Kandidatos
- September 1, 2020
- Shaikonina Games
Get on Steam"Kandidatos" is a comedic fighting game featuring local and online multi-player modes for up to 2 players. Choose from over 10 fictional characters based on Brazilian politicians and battle in 3D environments with unique animations and audio. With artificial intelligence that adapts to player skill and regular updates, "Kandidatos" offers a challenging and fun experience.
PC
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- The game is a humorous take on Brazilian politics, providing a fun way to engage with political figures through fighting.
- Players find the game entertaining and nostalgic, reminiscent of classic fighting games, and appreciate its low price.
- The concept of fighting political candidates is seen as creative and memorable, making it a unique experience for those familiar with Brazilian politics.
- The game suffers from poor graphics and clunky gameplay, with many players noting that the controls are difficult to configure and often buggy.
- There is a lack of content, with many characters having similar movesets and limited dialogue, leading to a repetitive experience.
- The game is criticized for being an asset flip, lacking originality and depth, which detracts from its overall quality.
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story mode is brief, taking only about 20 minutes to complete, and revolves around a political election where players choose between two candidates and engage in combat to secure victory. While some players appreciate the concept, many feel it lacks depth and dialogue, leading to a perception that the story is minimal or even non-existent. Overall, the narrative is seen as an interesting idea that could benefit from further development.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“In the story mode, you get to either choose the right-wing or the left-wing candidate, and then you have to literally fight against the competition in order to be eventually elected.”
“Epic story.”
“It took me 20 minutes to beat the story mode.”
“A great idea with too low effort; the game needed more dialogue and maybe even a story. There is plenty of room for improvement, but for $1, the game is perfectly fine.”
“This game has no story.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely dependent on the player's familiarity with the candidates and the Portuguese language, as it elicits laughter through its satirical take on political figures. While some find the humor nostalgic and reminiscent of classic fighting games, others criticize it as amateurish and lacking depth. Overall, the comedic elements resonate well with certain audiences but may not appeal universally.
“The game made me laugh a lot while I kicked all the candidates' asses.”
“Voices cut from real interviews, and it's really funny.”
“Very funny and nostalgic, because I remember the fighting games I used to play on ancient consoles.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered simple yet effective, serving their purpose without being a standout feature. However, some users feel that the overall playability is lacking, and graphics are not a priority for the game's experience.
“Playability is really bad, graphics and sounds too.”
“The graphics are simple, but they do their job well.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its relaxing quality, contributing to a soothing atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Users appreciate the sound effects and voice work, noting that they complement the music effectively.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The sound effects, music, and even the voices are nice.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users highlight the game's "infinitely replayable" nature, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs without losing its appeal.
“The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
“I love how every run feels different, making it a game I can come back to time and time again.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
“Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again. The side quests feel repetitive and lack depth.”
“The game offers a linear experience with no real choices that affect the outcome, making multiple playthroughs feel pointless.”
“While the graphics are stunning, the lack of varied gameplay mechanics means I don't feel motivated to replay it.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game's optimization is heavily influenced by the integration of original content alongside licensed assets, ensuring that these assets do not dominate the overall experience. This approach aims to enhance performance and functionality while adhering to licensing restrictions.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is perceived as somewhat clunky, with players noting that it can be easily exploited through repetitive tactics, such as trapping opponents in an infinite loop of strong attacks, leading to predictable outcomes.
“As for the gameplay, I thought that it was a bit clunky and it can also be easily exploited by trapping your opponent in an infinite loop of strong kick and strong punch until they're knocked out.”
