Kandidatos Kart

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Kandidatos Kart is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by Shaikonina Games and was released on October 20, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

"Kandidatos Kart" is a racing game featuring Brazilian political figures. Compete in championships, unlock new tracks, and overcome the intelligent AI system for a rewarding challenge. Choose from 10 fictional characters based on real-life candidates and experience humor-filled races with various traps.

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Single-Player

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 88 reviews

humor8 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

The game features unique track designs and political satire that can be entertaining for those familiar with Brazilian politics.
Visually, the game looks decent and has some funny design choices that can trick players.
It's relatively cheap, making it accessible for players who want to try a different kind of kart racing experience.

The gameplay is plagued by horrible controls, glitchy mechanics, and broken collision detection.
The game lacks depth and feels like a poorly made asset flip with generic power-ups and repetitive music.
Non-Portuguese speakers may find the game incomprehensible, as the interface and political commentary are entirely in Portuguese.

humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a mix of visual humor and clever track design that can trick players, contributing to its overall comedic appeal. While some players may not grasp the political humor due to language barriers, many still find it entertaining and recommend it for its affordability and humor.
- “Given how cheap the game is, I do recommend it even if you do not know the language and cannot understand the political humor behind the game.”
- “It's a funny game!”
- “Lol funny AI boom”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews are polarized, with some praising it as exquisite and action-packed, while others criticize it for having horrible controls, dumb AI, and significant glitches. Despite the high-quality graphics and attention to detail, the negative aspects of gameplay, such as broken collision detection, detract from the overall experience.
- “Every fine detail is perfected, the graphics are amazing, and the gameplay is expressive.”
- “Hours of gameplay, all action packed.”
- “Exquisite gameplay, 10/10.”
- “Horrible controls, dumb AI, glitchy gameplay, broken collision detection.”
- “Horrible controls, dumb AI, glitchy gameplay, broken collision detection.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are highly praised for their beauty and attention to detail, effectively capturing the nuances of modern society within the racing genre. Reviewers highlight the impressive quality of the visuals, which enhance the overall gameplay experience.
- “It really brings out the ups and downs of modern society in a wonderful racing game with beautiful graphics.”
- “Every fine detail is perfected, the graphics are amazing and the gameplay is expressive.”
- “The graphics look fine for 0.21 cents.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as bland and repetitive, failing to leave a strong impression on players. While it may provide a relaxing background, it lacks the engaging quality that enhances the overall experience. However, the visual design and track layout are appreciated for their creativity and humor.
- “Power ups are generic and the music is rather bland and repetitive, but visually the game looks fairly decent; I like the track design - including design choices made to be funny and/or trick the player.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for being a cash grab, with accusations of plagiarism due to the developers' failure to credit the original artists and game creators whose assets were used. This has led to concerns about the ethical implications of the game's financial model.
- “The developers didn't credit any of the artists and real game developers who created the assets, which feels like plagiarism and a cash grab.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, prioritizing profit over player experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see a game that could be great marred by aggressive monetization tactics.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”