Kami 2

Kami 2 is a single-player puzzle game with over 100 hand-crafted levels, known for its calming yet addictive gameplay that combines logic and problem-solving. The game features amazing visuals and beautiful music, but is let down by annoying ads and bugs. According to the game, it offers a mind-twisting journey that will put your skills to the test.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,673 reviews

graphics140 positive mentions

monetization405 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and calming music, creating a relaxing atmosphere.
Puzzles start off easy but progressively become more challenging, keeping players engaged.
The ability to create and share custom puzzles adds depth and variety to the gameplay.

The game frequently crashes, especially when trying to log in to Google Play or after watching ads for hints.
Many players report issues with the hint system, where watching ads does not always yield the promised hints.
The app does not fit well on certain screen sizes, causing some puzzles to be unsolvable due to hidden edges.

monetization
459 mentions
9 % positive mentions
2 % neutral mentions
88 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads, particularly unskippable ones that appear after nearly every level. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for hints, numerous users report that this feature often fails, leading to a poor experience. Despite the option to purchase hints or remove ads, many feel that the aggressive ad placement detracts significantly from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “No ads really.”
- “The puzzles are challenging and fun and there are literally no ads!”
- “Love it! It's interesting and has no ads, that makes it soooo much better.”
- “The game is great, but there are so many long ads that you can't skip; it really takes away from the 'relaxing' part of the game.”
- “I love the game, but the advertisements were a little too common.”
- “The ads are super intrusive, loud, and cannot be muted.”
graphics
186 mentions
75 % positive mentions
23 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty, simplicity, and calming aesthetic, often described as colorful and visually pleasing. Many users appreciate the smooth animations and the relaxing atmosphere created by the visuals and sound design, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. However, some players have noted issues with screen size compatibility and battery drain, suggesting that while the graphics are impressive, they may require optimization for better performance on certain devices.
- “The handmade artwork is beautiful and the sound effects and music match the game perfectly.”
- “Beautiful graphics, simple game mechanics, and a wide variety of puzzles/difficulty levels.”
- “Amazing game and beautiful graphics.”
- “I just wish there was a dark mode and some of the graphics look grainy.”
- “The only reason I gave the graphics 4 stars and not 5 is because there's no setting to lower the graphics quality, and even though the graphics are not godly, my phone is acting like they are.”
- “Overall I like the game; however, considering that the graphics are not overly complicated, it's an insane battery drainer.”
music
106 mentions
41 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing atmosphere of the gameplay. Many users appreciate the beautiful soundtrack that complements the game's aesthetics, although some express a desire for more control over the music volume and the ability to mute certain sound effects. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a pleasant experience for players.
- “The music is very serene.”
- “Relaxing music, visually stunning and clean.”
- “Amazing graphics, beautiful colors and soothing music.”
- “The only reason I'm rating 4 instead of 5 is to hopefully get dev attention for a minor QoL setting I would like to see: I love the music and play with my volume up so I can hear it, but the loud flute riff that plays when you beat a level is very jarring and disruptive at that volume.”
- “Fun game, but every time I turn off the sound on an ad, it somehow crashes the music I'm listening to on YouTube Music, and I can't get the music back until I restart my phone.”
- “Not a fan of the music, and 'settings' does not make it go away... just makes it quieter.”
gameplay
77 mentions
53 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its straightforward mechanics, beautiful visuals, and challenging puzzles, making it both relaxing and engaging. However, some users express frustration with intrusive ads, occasional technical issues, and a desire for more options to assist players when stuck. Despite these drawbacks, many find the gameplay satisfying and addictive, highlighting its unique mechanics and community content features.
- “Smooth mechanics, ability to make and play additional puzzles, and lack of ads are wonderful.”
- “Absolutely beautiful, satisfying animations, fun gameplay, and challenging puzzles!”
- “Great gameplay, beautiful patterns and overall great although I do wish.”
- “As a professional software engineer, I don't begrudge them some money, but when the game becomes 70% ads to 30% gameplay, my immediate reaction is to uninstall.”
- “Neat animation, but a slow gameplay loop due to long animations and a not-so-original idea made me uninstall at the first ad break.”
- “Relaxing gameplay ruined by obnoxious ads.”
stability
37 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes, particularly when attempting to watch ads for hints or access certain features. While some players have experienced smooth gameplay, the overall consensus indicates that technical issues significantly detract from the experience, leading to frustration and a loss of progress. Despite its engaging puzzles, the game's stability problems have prompted several users to lower their ratings.
- “8-6 update: the game has been glitchy the last few days, it takes forever to load and it freezes after you complete a game.”
- “Whenever I try to sign in, the app freezes and shuts down.”
- “Took a star away from my initial five-star review because the 'watch ad for a hint' feature simply freezes the game.”
optimization
9 mentions
22 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
56 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with users reporting issues such as stuttering, low frame rates, and poor battery performance, particularly following the latest update. Many players also noted that the game is not well-suited for certain screen ratios, further detracting from the experience. Despite its strong visuals and gameplay, the optimization problems remain a major concern for users across various devices.
- “Absolutely amazing in everything, but battery optimization.”
- “Great gimmick, great performance, great visuals, and overall great game!”
- “I love this game and have done for a while, but the latest update that supposedly fixes UI issues (which I never noticed on any of my devices) has caused lots of UI issues and stuttering on all my devices.”
- “Very bad optimization (low FPS animations, hot device).”
- “The problem that the game faces is its poor optimization.”
story
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game's story mode is criticized for becoming increasingly absurd and frustrating as players progress, often leading to reliance on hints. While the online features and puzzle creation aspects are enjoyable, the narrative lacks depth and is not the primary focus, making it more suitable for quick, casual play rather than a compelling storyline experience.
- “The quest is simple, but the puzzles bring your creative side out.”
- “I really liked the online features of the game; it's fun to watch people from all over the world make such nice puzzles. However, the storyline of the game becomes more frustrating the more levels you pass, which made it less enjoyable for some.”
- “A decent puzzle game, although the only unlocks are for making your own puzzles, and the story mode gets absurd near the end with many thousands of possible moves, all but coercing you into using hints.”
- “Makes it great for quick on-the-go gameplay that lacks a storyline.”
- “The quest is simple, but the puzzle brings your creative side out.”
humor
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it funny and engaging, particularly in relation to the puzzles and overall gameplay experience. However, some users have encountered technical issues that add an unintended layer of humor to their frustrations, such as glitches that prevent them from accessing hints after watching videos. Overall, the game combines amusing elements with enjoyable graphics and gameplay.
- “Funny puzzles, without ads, nice graphics”
- “Funny and fantastic game”
- “This game is really funny and interesting!”
replayability
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the game offers infinite replayability, significantly enhancing its value and making it a worthwhile download. However, some express frustration with playability issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “This gives the game infinite replayability and it makes it well worth the download.”
- “The game lacks any real incentive to replay, making it feel like a one-and-done experience.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little to draw you back for a second playthrough.”
- “The limited choices and outcomes make replaying the game feel tedious rather than enjoyable.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its relaxing quality, enhanced by soothing music and sound effects that contribute to an immersive experience.
- “I love the music and sound effects; they create a very relaxing atmosphere.”
- “Great atmosphere.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, describing it as an "emotional rollercoaster" with high ratings. However, some users experience frustration due to UI issues on certain devices, which can hinder gameplay and affect their overall enjoyment.
- “Emotional rollercoaster 10/10, 5/5.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find grinding in the game can become tedious and frustrating, especially after completing all achievements, while others appreciate that the game maintains simplicity without becoming overly repetitive.
- “Since I have already completed all achievements, it gets tedious and frustrating.”