Inukari: Chase of Deception

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Inukari: Chase of Deception is a single player arcade platformer game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Einzelartig Games and was released on March 18, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Fast and smooth action jump & run game like in the good old days. With focus to the Speedrun community.

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Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

music4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The pixel art and visual design are charming and well-crafted, creating an engaging aesthetic.
The gameplay is smooth and easy to learn, making it accessible for both new and average platformer players.
The soundtrack is relaxing and enhances the overall experience, especially during boss fights.

The game is quite short, with a playtime of around 2 hours, which may leave some players wanting more content.
Boss fights can be inconsistent in difficulty, with some being too easy and others feeling frustratingly hard due to unclear mechanics.
Level design can feel empty and repetitive, lacking interesting terrain and variety, which detracts from the overall experience.

music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
37%
27%
The music in the game is generally praised for being relaxing and engaging, particularly during boss fights, with some players appreciating its nostalgic vibes reminiscent of classic SNES and NES soundtracks. However, there are mixed feelings about its suitability for the game's atmosphere, as some find it mismatched with the levels and repetitive over time. Overall, while the soundtrack enhances the experience for many, its repetitiveness and lack of variety in certain areas detract from the enjoyment for others.
- “The music and soundtracks were very relaxing, and during the boss fights, it was very engaging.”
- “Really nice soundtrack and fun platforming.”
- “The soundtrack is really nice and gives you vibes of the good SNES times.”
- “This badly wants to be a speedrun game, and it has the upbeat music to suit, but all that's 'fast-paced' about this game is that you've got a lot of ground to cover through huge, empty, same-y levels.”
- “The music does not match the map we are on nor the story's mood.”
- “Tastes will decide, but hearing the same music in an endless loop can kill brain cells.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
24%
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The gameplay is characterized as a fast-paced action platformer with tight controls and basic combat mechanics, though it suffers from a lack of depth and variety in level design. While the expansive levels can feel empty, the challenge presented by the three worlds and unique boss mechanics adds to the experience, making it enjoyable, especially if purchased at a discount. However, the simplicity of combat may benefit from modern quality-of-life improvements.
- “This is a fast-paced action platformer with tight controls and some basic combat mechanics.”
- “There's nice and smooth gameplay, and although the game has just three worlds, each world is quite challenging and takes a few tries to beat.”
- “Including some quality of life changes from present days would not ruin the retro gameplay.”
- “Levels are artificially big due to having wide open areas and long stretches without much going on, and little variety in stage mechanics and gimmicks.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The story in "Inukari - Chase of Deception" revolves around Inukari, the guardian of forests, who embarks on a quest to uncover the source of corruption affecting fellow guardians. In "Foxmania," players assume the role of an ancient fox goddess called upon by a human, with a storyline that is appreciated but not considered the game's strongest aspect, as some elements feel mismatched with the music and overall mood.
- “Inukari: Chase of Deception is a 2D action platformer about Inukari, the guardian of all forests, who ventures on a mission to find the source of corruption that has overtaken the other guardians.”
- “I like a good storyline (so far); I like the music, but I kind of wish it had a bit of 8-bit NES music or something like that!”
- “We have some story elements in the game, but it is not the virtue of the game.”
- “The music does not match the map we are on nor the story's mood.”
- “There's a story going on here, where you play as an ancient fox goddess, guardian of the forest, summoned by the desperate prayer of a human.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a charming furry art style that enhances its retro-themed pixel graphics, showcasing a level of care and detail that sets it apart from typical platformers. While it caters to speedrunners, it also offers an enjoyable visual experience for players focused on exploration and enjoyment.
- “A simple platformer with a charming furry art style.”
- “If you're not into speedrunning and are going to play for the experience, it's another pixel graphics 'retro' themed platformer, albeit with more care put into it than most others.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers praise the character development for its thoughtful and detailed design, highlighting the care and creativity put into the character models and avatars, which enhance the overall gaming experience.
- “My absolute favorite in the game is the design of models, worlds, and character designs (in the form of avatars for text boxes). They are created with a lot of love!”
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character as their stories unfold.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making choices that truly impact their growth and relationships.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
Reviewers note that while the sound effects contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, there is a desire for more variety to enhance the overall experience.
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
- “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the visuals, creating a chilling yet beautiful atmosphere.”
- “Each environment feels alive, with dynamic weather and ambient sounds that enhance the overall experience.”
- “Even the sound effects are not bad, but using different sound effects would make the game's atmosphere more varied.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight that the game's replayability is strong, with many players noting the variety of choices and outcomes that encourage multiple playthroughs. Additionally, the presence of unlockable content and different character paths adds to the overall replay value, making it an engaging experience each time.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the emotional aspect of the game is impacted by a deliberate pacing, as the inability to perform immediate wall-jumps after contact with the wall creates a sense of tension and anticipation, enhancing the overall emotional experience.