Kanji Training Game

About

"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.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews

music9 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Very useful for recognition practice of kanji, hiragana, and katakana, making it a great study tool for learners.
The game is simple, fun, and effective for reinforcing knowledge of Japanese characters, especially for those who already have some familiarity.
Affordable and provides a good way to practice and test knowledge of Japanese writing systems, with potential for improvement through updates.

Not suitable for beginners as it lacks teaching elements and assumes prior knowledge of Japanese characters.
The game is more of a flashcard tool than a comprehensive learning resource, with many users noting it doesn't effectively teach new material.
There are several localization and transliteration errors, and the game could benefit from additional features like customizable practice sets and a training mode.

music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 want to adjust the sound without altering their system settings. Overall, the soundtrack is generally well-regarded, 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, but the game itself is lacking in actual gameplay.”
- “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.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is well-executed, effectively balancing various tests of symbol recognition while providing a dynamic scoring system that enhances player engagement.
- “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
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with players expressing a strong emotional connection to it, even if they face language barriers. This immersive quality motivates some to learn the language to enhance their experience further.
- “I loved this game; sadly, I don't know any moonspeak, but I loved the atmosphere, so I guess I'll learn it!”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviews indicate that the game's monetization strategy is heavily reliant on advertising, leading some users to suggest it feels more like an early access title due to its intrusive ad presence.
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “The constant ads interrupt 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.”