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Ichima-san

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61%Game Brain Score
humor, emotional
graphics, story
100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

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Ichima-san is a single player action adventure game with horror and historical themes. It was developed by sewohayami and was released on August 8, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A stealth action adventure in which you play as a Japanese traditional doll and explore the house without anyone finding you.

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews
humor2 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Ichima-san offers a charming and engaging gameplay experience with a unique concept that combines stealth and collectathon elements.
  • The game features strong level design, enjoyable mini-games, and a relaxing atmosphere that keeps players entertained throughout its duration.
  • Players appreciate the heart and effort put into the game, making it a delightful experience for those who enjoy cute characters and exploration.
  • The game suffers from some technical jank and minor bugs that can disrupt the experience.
  • Many players noted the aesthetic repetition of environments, which can make exploration feel less rewarding.
  • The game is relatively short, leaving some players wishing for more content and depth.
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are described as having a minimalistic and somewhat repetitive aesthetic, which can be disappointing when exploring new locations. However, the visuals and audio contribute positively to the overall atmosphere, making it a worthwhile experience despite some jankiness.

    • “Overall, those who are thinking about trying this game should go ahead; even the asking price of the game is worth it. Despite some jank and aesthetic repetition of its areas, it still holds up as a very fun little game!”
    • “Visuals and audio are good enough for a (not actually so) small indie game, and they give the game a very palpable atmosphere.”
    • “I get the point that it's all part of one house, but still, it was sort of disappointing to go to a new location and find nothing new about it aesthetically.”
    • “Overall, those who are thinking about trying this game should go ahead. Even with the jank and aesthetic repetition of its areas, it still holds up as a very fun little game!”
    • “So if you’re thinking about having an artsy, minimalistic title graphic for storefronts, stop and consider using the most eye-catching character you have instead.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story presents a unique blend of Japanese influences, combining elements of "Home Alone" and "Toy Story," where players control a traditional doll attempting to thwart burglars through clever traps. While the narrative is minimal, it focuses on the doll's stealthy quest to reclaim its stolen body, all set against a relaxed atmosphere enhanced by a soothing soundtrack.

    • “Essentially an incredibly Japanese take on Home Alone meets Toy Story, you play as a traditional doll trying to get rid of burglars by setting off alarms, knocking vases on their heads, and... well, mostly it's that.”
    • “While the game is primarily about you sneaking stealthily to your objective in your quest to regain your stolen body, the game overall had a very relaxed feel to it (and the mostly calm, soothing soundtrack helped too).”
    • “No story.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is straightforward and uncomplicated, aligning with the game's overall design. While it may lack complexity, it is accessible and easy to understand for players.

    • “Gameplay is simple, but that comes with the type of territory. To sum it up, it's short and easy.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's music is described as calm and soothing, contributing to a relaxed atmosphere that complements the stealth gameplay. However, while the soundtrack enhances the experience, some players feel that the visual environments lack variety, despite the music's ability to adapt to different atmospheres.

    • “While the game is primarily about you sneaking stealthily to your objective in your quest to regain your stolen body, the game overall had a very relaxed feel to it, and the mostly calm, soothing soundtrack helped too.”
    • “The atmosphere changes here and there with the fittingly great music, enhancing the overall experience of the game.”
    • “The music in the game is forgettable and fails to enhance the overall experience.”
    • “I found the soundtrack to be repetitive and uninspired, which detracted from the immersion.”
    • “While the game has a relaxed feel, the music often feels out of place and doesn't match the intensity of the gameplay.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is described as charming yet eerie, blending a relaxing monotone with engaging interactions among the dolls. While the visuals may lack variety across different areas, the effective use of music enhances the overall ambiance, creating a palpable experience that balances creepiness with charm.

    • “Visuals and audio are good enough for a (not actually so) small indie game, and they give the game a very palpable atmosphere.”
    • “Though I do have one objective complaint, and it's not the jank of the game having me fall off ledges I try to climb or whatever, for it's hardly in the way at all and is just a mild inconvenience. However, just the look of the areas of the game, while the atmosphere does change here and there with the fittingly great music, all the areas for the most part look exactly alike.”
    • “It's also just a very charming game with the interactions you get from the dolls around the house despite its mainly meek, creepy yet relaxing and monotone atmosphere (especially with the minigames), never being overly quirky but never dull either, while never taking too long.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is well-balanced with its emotional depth, avoiding forced expressions often found in dialogue-heavy titles. Players find it genuinely funny, contributing to an enjoyable experience.

    • “It's equally as funny as it is emotional; it doesn't try too hard to express itself to its audience, which can be very rare with heavy dialogue games like this.”
    • “A pretty funny little game.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game strikes a balance between humor and emotional depth, effectively conveying its themes without overwhelming the player with heavy dialogue, a refreshing rarity in the genre.

    • “It's equally as funny as it is emotional; it doesn't try too hard to express itself to its audience, which can be very rare with heavy dialogue games like this.”
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Ichima-san is a action adventure game with horror and historical themes.

Ichima-san is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Ichima-san was released on August 8, 2024.

Ichima-san was developed by sewohayami.

Ichima-san has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its graphics.

Ichima-san is a single player game.

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