INARI

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INARI is a single player hack and slash game with fantasy, anime and violence themes. It was developed by astro_cat and was released on December 6, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

INARI is a 2D hack-and-slash platformer created as a capstone project by game development students at Columbia College Chicago. This version of INARI is a legacy build, the full, updated version is available for free on Steam. --- Concept: Take control of a ninja kitsune who has descended from the heavens to slay the evil spirits plaguing Japan. Slash your way through demons as you run across ro…

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

gameplay1 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Enjoyable and fluid hack and slash action platformer with fast-paced movement and combo systems.
Nice art direction and atmosphere with unique visuals and sound design.
Free to play with a short, accessible experience suitable for casual and nostalgic players.

Lacks a compelling story or narrative depth, making the gameplay feel somewhat shallow.
Limited control customization and poor keyboard support, causing accessibility issues.
Short game length with little replay value and some questionable design choices like repetitive music and boss fights lacking challenge.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
The story mode is notably lacking in depth and narrative content, with many users finding it brief and unengaging. Players express a desire for a more developed storyline to complement the gameplay, as the current mode feels shallow and uninspired. Overall, the game is criticized for its minimal storytelling.
- “I've only played through the story mode so far, which was light on the actual story in-game.”
- “There's another game mode to check out as well, which looks like it might be the more in-depth one (as I can see items and stuff that aren't in the story mode in some of the screenshots).”
- “The "story mode" doesn't even have a story, and it's overall a poor game in general.”
- “Got through story mode and took the train in under an hour before getting bored.”
- “Honestly wish there was more, like a storyline to go with the mindless hacking and slashing.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The graphics received mixed feedback, with some viewing 2D visuals as outdated compared to modern 3D graphics supported by current hardware, while others appreciated the game's unique art style and visuals. Additional graphics options and improved refresh rate compatibility were also desired by some users.
- “The visuals and art style are unique.”
- “Mostly didn't give me trouble with my monitor's refresh rate, although some graphics options would have been nice.”
- “Even mobile phones and game consoles can do 3D graphics now.”
- “The 2D graphics were a major reason for this failing.”
- “Gamers don't spend thousands of dollars on gaming rigs and the latest 3D graphics cards to play 2D games.”
- “If I was a game development trainer, I guess one of the first things I'd teach students is that 2D gaming became obsolete in the mid 1990s when consumer 3D graphics cards like the Voodoo3 and ATI Rage became mainstream.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Users find the gameplay of Inari straightforward and accessible, highlighting its enjoyable nature and well-balanced length that keeps the experience engaging without overstaying its welcome.
- “Inari is a game that's easy to pick up, doesn't overstay its welcome, and has really enjoyable gameplay.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the music repetitive due to its short, 30-second looping, expressing a desire for more varied tracks.
- “Sadly, the music is looped every thirty seconds.”
- “There should be more music.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and well-crafted design, making progression through the map feel especially satisfying.
- “Atmosphere is very well done, and progressing through the map is extremely satisfying.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users indicate that grinding in the game requires multiple lives, suggesting it can be time-consuming or challenging without extra attempts.