Incubo

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"Incubo" is a horror-filled game where a boy navigates through a nightmarish world, filled with memory fragments and confusion. The game features intense and exciting gameplay, challenging puzzles, and a variety of famous ghosts from around the world that the player must evade. The game culminates in an unexpected ending, leaving players questioning if everything is truly over.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

story7 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful hand-drawn graphics and a creepy atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
The puzzles are unique and engaging, providing a satisfying challenge for players.
The story is interesting and well-crafted, with unexpected twists that keep players invested.

The controls can be unresponsive and require precise timing, leading to frustration during platforming sections.
The game has a steep learning curve, often requiring players to die multiple times to progress, which can detract from the enjoyment.
There are several bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with character interactions and level resets.

story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
47%
16%
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging narrative, emotional depth, and unique characters, with many players appreciating the atmospheric art and animation that enhance the experience. While some found the plot a bit confusing or obscured by translation issues, the overall consensus highlights a well-crafted storyline that effectively intertwines with puzzle-solving elements, making it a standout feature of the game. Players recommend it for those who enjoy immersive storytelling alongside gameplay.
- “A craftily-built story about his life and the emotional scars that can linger on one's soul.”
- “An elaborate story that some will find shocking and will leave you in awe at its conclusion.”
- “It was a fantastic twist on what I thought was going on with the story, and made for a wonderful climax.”
- “Even though the story was a bit confusing!”
- “Finally, the story and characters might be a bit obscure as I'm American and the game appears to be a translation, so I felt as though I'm missing the lore.”
- “All achievements are story-related; there is none which is 'hidden' or difficult to get.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
60%
20%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its well-designed mechanics, intricate puzzles, and engaging challenges, while others criticize it for being unenjoyable, simplistic, or plagued by sluggish movement and frustrating checkpoints. Despite some bugs, many players find the overall experience compelling, particularly in the context of its unique setting and story.
- “A brilliant and well-designed set of ever-changing mechanics and intricate puzzles whose design will challenge your ability to think outside the box.”
- “I honestly was astonished by the title; the mechanics' design and flow were exceptionally planned out.”
- “The gameplay is simplistic, but the game keeps giving you something new to keep you going for more.”
- “Although the setting of this game is interesting, I cannot recommend it to anyone, since the gameplay is not enjoyable.”
- “This trial and error gameplay is made all the worse by the sluggish movement and patchy checkpoints which require you to play sections of the game over and over.”
- “Next off, the platforming, which is the bulk of the gameplay, is incredibly easy.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's graphics are praised for their stunning visual art style, blending cute and creepy elements effectively, which enhances the overall atmosphere. However, some users report occasional graphical glitches and bugs that can disrupt gameplay, though many feel that the strong design and aesthetic compensate for these issues.
- “The art/graphics style is very good; it can be kind of cute but still messed up with some very good moments in it.”
- “It features a stunning visual art style and an eerie soundtrack that adds to the menacing flow of the game.”
- “First and foremost, the art style is absolutely gorgeous.”
- “There are a few graphical glitches, and you can sometimes find yourself trapped with no way to continue other than to reset the level.”
- “This is death to a horror game too, as the repetition kills any tension built by the visuals and sound effects.”
- “There are some bugs and glitches here and there, but the graphics, story, and gameplay compensate for that.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its effective blend of creepy elements and a charming art style, creating a unique tension that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the engaging storyline, character design, and background music, all of which contribute to a captivating and immersive environment.
- “The game has a good creepy atmosphere that helps put you on edge.”
- “And the creepy atmosphere is really on point, despite the 'cute' art style.”
- “I really enjoyed the mix of the horror atmosphere with the cartoon style.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is highlighted by its ability to evoke laughter, particularly during character deaths, which adds a comedic twist to the storyline. Players find the ghost character amusing, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.
- “Instead of horror, this made me laugh out loud every time the character died.”
- “I quite enjoy playing the game, and the storyline is quite interesting; the ghost is so funny.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music and sound effects significantly enhance the gaming experience, with many users recommending headphone use for optimal immersion. The eerie soundtrack complements the stunning visual art style, contributing to the game's menacing atmosphere.
- “The music and sound effects really do add to the experience, and as the game suggests, it is best to play while wearing headphones.”
- “It features a stunning visual art style and an eerie soundtrack that enhances the menacing flow of the game.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences occasional graphical glitches and bugs that can lead to players becoming stuck, requiring a level reset to progress. However, many users feel that the overall graphics, story, and gameplay elements make up for these stability issues.
- “There are a few graphical glitches, and you can sometimes find yourself trapped with no way to continue other than to reset the level.”
- “There are some bugs and glitches here and there, but the graphics, story, and gameplay compensate for that.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the initial boss fight to be somewhat tedious, suggesting that those who struggle may benefit from watching a walkthrough to overcome the challenge.
- “The first boss fight may turn out a bit tedious, though, so if you are stuck, watch a walkthrough :)”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features a thoughtfully constructed narrative that explores the protagonist's life and the lasting emotional scars that can affect one's soul, resonating deeply with players.
- “A craftily built story about his life and the emotional scars that can linger on one's soul.”
- “The game masterfully captures the essence of human emotions, making players feel deeply connected to the characters.”
- “Every choice I made felt weighty, as if it would impact not just the story, but the emotional journey of the characters.”