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Kanji Training Game

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73%Game Brain Score
music, story
gameplay, monetization
73% User Score Based on 71 reviews

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Kanji Training Game is a single player action game. It was developed by Targhen Games and was released on September 23, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"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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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews
music9 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • A great study tool for practicing recognition of kanji, hiragana, and katakana, especially for those who already have some knowledge of the language.
  • The game is simple, fun, and effective for reinforcing what you've already learned, making it a good supplement to other learning resources.
  • The music and overall design create a pleasant atmosphere, enhancing the learning experience.
  • Not suitable for beginners as it lacks instructional content and does not teach the characters, making it ineffective for those starting to learn Japanese.
  • The game is essentially a flashcard program with limited features, and many users report issues with inaccuracies in kanji translations and meanings.
  • There are technical flaws, such as poor full-screen support and a lack of customization options for practice, which detract from the overall experience.
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while many players appreciate its beauty and relaxing qualities, some find it repetitive and annoying, leading them to mute it. There is no in-game volume control, which has frustrated users who wish to adjust the sound levels. Overall, the soundtrack is generally well-liked, but its lack of customization options detracts from the experience for some players.

    • “The music itself is really beautiful and the first screen alone is very pleasing to look at.”
    • “I loved the music and all the art; it was really pretty and immersive.”
    • “Good choice of music as well.”
    • “Music gets annoying, no volume control in-game, just on or off.”
    • “But I muted it 20 minutes in because of the music.”
    • “Sadly, I could not find an option to turn down the music as, reading previous reviews, they stated it was really enjoyable.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 navigate through the levels.”
    • “There are too many bugs that disrupt the flow of the game, leading to a disjointed experience.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for its heavy reliance on advertising, leading some users to suggest that it feels more like an early access title rather than a fully released product.

    • “The monetization model feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “The constant ads disrupt the gameplay experience, making 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.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is effective, as it successfully blends various tests for recognizing symbols while providing a scoring system that reflects player performance.

    • “The game is really a series of tests for recognizing the symbols, and it does a good job of mixing things up and scoring the player on their performance.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with players expressing a strong emotional connection that motivates them to engage further, even if it means overcoming language barriers.

    • “I loved this game; sadly, I don't know any moonspeak, but I loved the atmosphere, so I guess I'll learn it!”
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Kanji Training Game is a action game.

Kanji Training Game is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 40 hours playing Kanji Training Game.

Kanji Training Game was released on September 23, 2015.

Kanji Training Game was developed by Targhen Games.

Kanji Training Game has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Kanji Training Game is a single player game.

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