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"KAMiBAKO - Mythology of Cube -" is a mapcrafting RPG where players repair a fragmented land through puzzles and defeat monsters to restore peace. With a sprawling overworld, players will discover new encounters and battles while customizing the world with resources obtained. Restoration puzzles are the key to repairing the world, making for a unique blend of genres accessible to all types of players.

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Play Modes

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

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Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

The game offers a unique blend of JRPG, city building, and exploration mechanics that keep players engaged and entertained.
The crafting and battle systems are enjoyable, providing a rewarding experience as players explore dungeons and build villages.
There is a constant sense of progression with multiple layers, including uncovering land, completing quests, and leveling companions.

The game starts off slowly, taking too long to unlock important quality of life systems, which can be frustrating for new players.
Some gameplay elements, like the puzzles, can become redundant and may wear out their welcome over time.
The control scheme is non-traditional for a JRPG, and navigating multiple menus can lead to long loading times.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Kamibako is characterized by a unique blend of mechanics that, while not particularly challenging, offers a variety of engaging activities for players. Although the storytelling is somewhat shallow and concerns about the longevity of puzzle elements exist, the overall synergy of gameplay systems keeps players invested, especially for fans of the Atelier series. As players progress, new mechanics are introduced, enhancing the experience and encouraging exploration in a fun world.
- “Very unique and a very compelling blend of mechanics.”
- “I highly recommend trying it and picking up the game if the demo remotely appeals to you because gameplay additions and loops only build after the end of the demo.”
- “Varied mechanics, a number of systems to invest time into, and a pretty fun world to explore.”
- “None of these aspects of the game offer a ton of depth (aside from maybe the building of townships), but they are fairly engaging when you put them all together and they are certainly more fleshed out than similar mechanics in other lower budget titles.”
- “I am also worried that the puzzle aspect of the gameplay might wear out its welcome, although it does seem like more mechanics will be introduced over time; this is particularly concerning because I just opened up the second section of the map, and it is covered with puzzles.”
- “There are also no discussions about this game's mechanics on forums, and it's weird because there is a system which should spawn at least several questions early.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as somewhat shallow but intriguing, with players expressing curiosity about its progression. The game features a unique blend of JRPG elements, city building, and exploration, where players uncover quests and secrets as they restore the land and interact with various NPCs. While the storytelling may not be deeply complex, the engaging gameplay mechanics ensure there is always something to do.
- “Very unique blend of JRPG, city building, magic terraforming, and a satisfying method of exploration where map tiles come to life as you move through them, uncovering quests or secrets.”
- “The quest dialog and story so far feels somewhat interesting, and I'm curious to see where it goes.”
- “For example, you uncover and restore the land; you can build and expand townships that produce various resources for you and trade goods that are exchanged with other towns; there are several NPCs that offer quests throughout the game; and you can level your companions through combat.”
- “None of the gameplay elements are particularly difficult and the storytelling is kind of shallow.”
- “The quest dialog and story so far feels somewhat interesting, but lacks depth.”
- “While the gameplay is engaging, the overall narrative feels underdeveloped and fails to leave a lasting impression.”