Kanji Training Game
- September 23, 2015
- Targhen Games
- 40h median play time
Get on Steam"Kanji Training Game" is an educational title that helps players memorize Japanese characters through gameplay. It features the full Kyōiku kanji list of 1,006 symbols, as well as Hiragana and Katakana game modes. The game includes Steam trading cards and a Kanji Adventure mode to keep learning engaging. The goal is to master the beautiful and complex writing system of Japanese.
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Reviews
- A great study tool for practicing Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji, especially for those who already have some knowledge of the language.
- Simple and fun gameplay that helps reinforce memory and recognition of Japanese characters.
- Affordable price and frequent updates show potential for improvement and added features.
- Not suitable for beginners as it lacks teaching elements and proper instruction on the characters.
- Contains errors in kanji meanings and transliterations, which can lead to confusion.
- More of a memory game than a comprehensive learning tool, making it less effective for actual language acquisition.
- music12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the nice background tracks and find them immersive, others find the lack of volume control frustrating and the music can become annoying over time. Overall, the soundtrack is generally well-liked, but players often choose to mute it after a while to enhance their experience.
“It has two background songs which are nice and you can turn it off if you want, so most things are provided and thought about.”
“That being said, I enjoy the music that accompanies the game and would recommend it as a quick (but not comprehensive) review of katakana and hiragana.”
“I loved the music and all the art; it was really pretty and immersive.”
“Music gets annoying; there's no volume control in-game, just on or off.”
“Do yourself a favor: toss on a movie or some music and play this a bit without worrying about the score too much, the same way you might mess around with a game of solitaire or a mobile game.”
“I muted it 20 minutes in because of the music.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and enjoyable, providing a fun experience while also aiding in learning kanji, particularly on the Steam Deck where it runs smoothly.
“Playing this currently on Steam Deck; it runs smoothly, has a fun story, and helps with learning kanji.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While the game's music and art are praised for their beauty and immersive quality, many users feel that the actual gameplay is lacking and does not meet expectations.
“I loved the music and all the art; it was really pretty and immersive, but the game itself is lacking in actual gameplay.”
“The controls feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to enjoy the experience.”
“There are too many bugs that disrupt the flow of the game, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's monetization strategy is heavily reliant on advertising, leading some users to feel that it resembles an early access title rather than a fully polished product.
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
“The constant ads disrupt the gameplay experience and make it feel more like a cash grab than a fun game.”
“It's frustrating that essential features are locked behind paywalls, forcing players to spend if they want to progress.”
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