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Kana Quest

67%Game Brain Score
story, music
gameplay
95% User Score Based on 21 reviews

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"Kana Quest" is a charming match-em-up game that teaches players how to read Hiragana and Katakana, two Japanese alphabets. By connecting Kana with shared sounds, players complete over 300 puzzle levels. With its beautiful pixel art and engaging gameplay, it's both an excellent learning tool for beginners and a fun challenge for those already familiar with Japanese.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews
story5 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful pixel art and a relaxing soundtrack, creating an aesthetically pleasing experience.
  • Kana Quest effectively combines puzzle mechanics with learning, making it a fun way to memorize Hiragana and Katakana.
  • The game introduces new mechanics as players progress, keeping the puzzles fresh and engaging.
  • The user interface is lacking, with no exit button and limited options for window resizing or resolution adjustments.
  • The game is more focused on puzzle-solving than actually teaching Japanese characters, which may mislead those looking to learn Kana.
  • Some puzzles can be frustratingly difficult, especially when aiming for gold ratings, and the mechanics can feel cumbersome at times.
  • story
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Kana Quest does not feature a traditional story mode, focusing instead on providing an engaging and visually stunning puzzle experience that aids beginners in learning the hiragana phonetic alphabet. The game successfully combines educational elements with enjoyable gameplay, making it a valuable tool for those looking to improve their kana recognition while having fun. Overall, it prioritizes learning and enjoyment over narrative depth.

    • “Kana Quest is a great puzzle game that also helps beginners learn Japanese!”
    • “Maybe lacks customized level mode; and no story mode.”
    • “From what I could tell from the developer’s comments and store page, Kana Quest set out to do two things: (1) be a helpful tool for beginners to learn/test their kana memorization and (2) have Kana Quest be fun and worthwhile no matter what level someone may be at.”
    • “I can safely say that Kana Quest succeeded at both.”
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for its relaxing and pleasant qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a variety of soundtracks that change with each world. While some players find the music repetitive during long sessions, many appreciate its calming nature and how well it complements the game's vibrant visuals. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing to the game's enjoyable atmosphere.

    • “Kana Quest is visually gorgeous, and the music never gets old. I knew I was actually learning something the moment I started copying down each puzzle and labeling kana in order to solve them.”
    • “I love the music and the artwork; it's very calming and chill to play.”
    • “Each world features a different background to the otherwise plain grid as well as different music for each world, so you won’t be listening to the same song each time.”
    • “Frustrating because you have to guess the exact combination to earn a gold rating, and some mechanics are just a pain (especially the glass tiles) and the music gets a bit repetitive after long sessions.”
    • “Each world features a different background to the otherwise plain grid as well as different music for each world, so you won’t be listening to the same song each world.”
    • “Each world features a different background to the otherwise plain grid as well as different music for each world, so you won’t be listening to the same song each world.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is characterized by a progressive introduction of new mechanics and worlds, which keeps the experience engaging. However, some players find certain mechanics, like the glass tiles, frustrating, and the requirement to guess exact combinations for gold ratings can be challenging. Overall, while the phonetic rhyming match and slide-puzzle controls offer a unique twist, the repetitive music and difficulty spikes may detract from longer play sessions.

    • “As you progress through the worlds, extra mechanics are revealed, keeping things fresh.”
    • “I was super lucky and got a chance to beta test the game, and I've been continuously excited by the ever-growing mechanics, new worlds, and the new kana you meet along the way.”
    • “Frustrating because you have to guess the exact combination to earn a gold rating, and some mechanics are just a pain (especially the glass tiles), and the music gets a bit repetitive after long sessions.”
    • “The game uses a phonetic rhyming match mechanic with slide-puzzle controls.”
    • “Each world, aside from the last, introduces a new mechanic.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are praised for their aesthetic appeal, featuring calming and kawaii artwork that enhances the overall experience. The visuals, combined with a pleasant soundtrack, contribute to a relaxing gameplay atmosphere.

    • “This is an aesthetically pleasing game, and a completely fine puzzle game.”
    • “I love the music and the artwork; it's very calming and chill to play.”
    • “The artwork is very kawaii, and the soundtrack is pleasant.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized as sweet and fun, with unexpected moments that add a surprising comedic element.

    • “Sweet, fun, and also surprisingly funny.”

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