KallaX
- September 18, 2023
- Unexpected
"Kallax is a simulation game where 2-6 players cooperate to build furniture in a spaceship, with the twist that only one player can read the instructions at a time. Miscommunication, mistakes, and laughs are inevitable as you work together to complete orders and become the fastest furniture builders in surprising environments. Experience over 60 levels and 25 pieces of furniture, with the option to throw unbearable friends out the window into the infinity of space."
Reviews
- The game is chaotic and fun, providing a great opportunity for laughter and teamwork among friends.
- It features a unique concept of building IKEA furniture in a multiplayer setting, which can lead to memorable and hilarious moments.
- The game improves as players progress, offering complexity and challenges that keep the gameplay engaging.
- The controls are frustratingly unresponsive and unintuitive, making it difficult to interact with objects and leading to unnecessary confusion.
- The game lacks a drop button, forcing players to throw items instead of placing them down, which adds to the frustration.
- Many players find the difficulty spikes and poorly explained mechanics lead to a frustrating experience rather than enjoyable gameplay.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay is marked by poorly explained mechanics that lead to frustration and a trial-and-error approach. While the furniture building aspect is satisfying, the core mechanics of grabbing friends, spinning, and placing items are perceived as underwhelming, detracting from the overall fun potential of the game.
“I also feel like the furniture building mechanics are very satisfying.”
“Poorly explained mechanics result in a lot of frustration and trial and error.”
“You probably already know some games like Kallax; those cute, charming little games with a core gameplay loop primarily built around getting players to yell at each other.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is widely praised for its humor, providing a hilarious experience that is especially enjoyable when played with friends. Players report that it generates uncontrollable laughter and chaotic fun, making it a memorable and entertaining choice for group play.
“An amazing game, so funny!”
“Funny game to play with friends.”
“We only played with 3 people and it was still hectic enough to leave us crying, wheezing, and yelling—an ab workout from laughing.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's optimization prioritizes mechanical efficiency over creativity and social interaction, leading to a rigid experience. Additionally, there are significant issues with cross-play functionality across different regions, hindering a seamless multiplayer experience.
“There is no room for creativity and social interaction, only for machine-like optimization.”
“However, this is not optimized for cross-play across different regions or countries.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite challenging, particularly noting the difficulty in achieving a three-star rating. This has led to a perception that the game requires significant effort and time investment to progress.
“It's super hard to get 3 stars! The grinding is excessive.”
“The game feels overly grindy, making it frustrating to progress.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is frequently praised for its fiery and dynamic soundtrack, which enhances the overall gaming experience and immerses players in the action.
“The soundtrack is absolutely fire!”
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive experience.”
“I can't get enough of the catchy tunes; they really enhance the overall vibe of the game.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a blend of mischievous cuteness that provides a counterbalance to moments of frustration, creating an engaging and dynamic experience.
“You might experience some serious blood pressure spikes, but I found the whole atmosphere of mildly mischievous cuteness helped bring me back down from intermittent rages at the lack of a drop button.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the game's concept and aesthetic are appreciated, the graphics are overshadowed by control issues, particularly with the mechanics of picking up friends, which detracts from the overall experience.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report that the game exhibits significant stability issues, often describing it as feeling buggy.
“It just felt buggy.”