Ika's Odyssey

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Ika's Odyssey is a single player action game. It was developed by Dongle Duck and was released on November 15, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Ika's Odyssey is a colorful puzzle-platformer following Ika, a flightless woodpecker, and a mysterious magical Creature on a challenging migration through a post-post-apocalyptic countryside. Players navigate 60 cleverly designed puzzle-box levels that blend wit and platforming skill. Together, they face a serene yet forgotten world while forging an unlikely bond.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

music7 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Ika's Odyssey features engaging puzzles and a charming storyline that keeps players invested throughout the game.
The game has a beautiful aesthetic with rich colors, a soothing soundtrack, and a cozy atmosphere, making it a relaxing experience.
As a free game, it offers a surprising amount of quality content and replay value, encouraging players to improve their performance on levels.

The controls can be convoluted and difficult to master, leading to frustration, especially for new players.
Some levels have design issues, such as small platforms and poor visibility, which can hinder gameplay.
The game may not appeal to everyone due to its retro pixel art style, which some players find unappealing compared to modern graphics.

music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its creativity and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, providing a tranquil and calming experience that complements the gameplay. While some users noted that the content duration is short, leading to repetitive listening, the soundtrack is described as soothing and fitting well with the game's aesthetic, making it enjoyable enough to listen to outside of gameplay. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's charm and immersive quality.
- “The creativity behind it, the soundtrack, the gameplay - it's all really well put together.”
- “The aesthetic fall vibes mixed with the relaxing music create such a calming atmosphere.”
- “Honestly, I'd listen to the music while doing dishes.”
- “The music brings a very mellow vibe to the game!”
- “The music matches the vibe; very naturesque and calm.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its innovative combo mechanics, dual inventory system, and item combination features, which enhance the puzzle-solving experience and encourage replayability through a star grading system. Players appreciate the creativity, engaging soundtrack, and overall quality, noting that it offers a rich and enjoyable experience, especially for a free game. The unique management of objects adds a distinctive gameplay hook that further elevates the overall enjoyment.
- “Love the combo mechanics that add an extra layer to the puzzle system tied together with a star grading system that allows me to challenge myself to do better each time I play.”
- “I found the way you have to manage your objects with the creature and ika to be really unique, and a great gameplay hook.”
- “The colors, animations, music, and gameplay are stellar.”
- “This, alone, would improve the quality of the gameplay experience more than anything else.”
- “The creativity behind it, the soundtrack, the gameplay - it's all really well put together.”
- “Overall: a great first game, far more detailed and nuanced than my first attempt, and with some clever mechanics and challenges.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for being engaging and enjoyable, with a captivating narrative that grips players from the start. Reviewers appreciate the combination of tranquil music and charming characters, highlighting the storytelling as one of the game's standout features. Overall, the storyline is described as simple yet heartfelt, keeping players invested throughout their experience.
- “The story is fantastic.”
- “One of the highlights of this game is its storytelling.”
- “I found myself truly engaged in the story and wondering what stage/abilities/obstacles would come next.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some praise the good graphical effects, particularly the god rays, others criticize the overall quality, describing it as "godawful pixelcrap" and lacking in real 3D visuals. Despite the graphical shortcomings, the game's aesthetic and calming atmosphere are appreciated, drawing comparisons to successful titles like Terraria and Stardew Valley that thrive on their unique art styles.
- “Graphical effects are good, especially the god rays.”
- “The aesthetic fall vibes mixed with the relaxing music create such a calming atmosphere.”
- “This features really godawful pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “Games like Terraria and Stardew Valley succeeded despite the bad graphics, not because of them.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's strong replay value, indicating that it offers enough variety and engaging content to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The replay value is incredible! Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
- “I love how every decision I make leads to different outcomes, making me want to replay the game multiple times.”
- “The variety of paths and choices keeps me coming back for more; I discover something new with each playthrough.”
- “The game lacks any significant replay value, making it feel like a one-time experience.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited choices and outcomes mean that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an adventure.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its blend of amusing bird antics and clever puzzles, creating an entertaining experience that invites players to engage with the quirky narrative.
- “If you're in the mood for a game that combines hilarious bird antics with head-scratching puzzles, grab your controller and help Ika on his quest.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with witty dialogue and absurd situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “Every character has a unique sense of humor that adds to the overall charm and makes the gameplay experience even more enjoyable.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game effectively establishes an emotional connection through an excellent intro cutscene that sets the stage and provides clear goals. Players report that the journey is rich with reflective moments, enhancing emotional investment throughout the experience.
- “The intro cutscene is excellent, establishes everything you need to know, forms an emotional connection with the character, explains the limits of the movement system, and gives the player a good and concrete goal.”
- “The journey is filled with moments of reflection, making it easy to get emotionally invested.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by charming aesthetics, featuring fall vibes and relaxing music that together create a calming and immersive experience.
- “The aesthetic fall vibes mixed with the relaxing music create such a calming atmosphere.”
- “I felt that the atmosphere of the game was very charming, from the music to the art.”