Karma Miwa

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Karma Miwa is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by Space Fractal from Denmark and was released on August 12, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

You play a strange fragile flightless bird, who has been gone for too long and now wants to go home to its mate, which is far away. However for unknown reasons, enemies are being lured and attracted the bird. The flightless bird needs to run and jump over many enemies and obstacles on its journey home to your mate. The bird trek is long and full of danger. Can you help the bird to get home to yo…

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Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals and an immersive atmosphere that captures the essence of Eastern Germany in the 80s.
The storyline is engaging, presenting moral dilemmas that provoke thought about the nature of good and evil.
The sound design complements the visuals well, enhancing the overall experience and immersion in the game's dark world.

Some players may find the game slow-paced and lacking in dynamic action, leading to feelings of boredom.
Dialogue can feel overly lengthy and drawn out, which may detract from the overall pacing of the game.
Optimization issues exist, particularly on lower-end PCs, which can hinder the gameplay experience.

graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing them as basic or bad, while others praise the cute, minimalistic, and stylish design. Many appreciate the soothing visuals and fitting aesthetic, suggesting that the graphics contribute positively to the game's charm, particularly for younger audiences.
- “A nice little arcade game, the graphics are lovingly designed, and the sound is beautiful too.”
- “It has so much going for it — absurdly cute graphics, fun level design, and great music.”
- “The graphics are extremely soothing, and the in-game background music sounds like it's straight from a SNES game by Jaleco.”
- “It has cute graphics and I see that this game could have had potential, but it just isn't working for me in its current state.”
- “I don't know why this game reminds me of my student days, maybe because of the minimalistic graphics.”
- “The graphics are basic but very stylish.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it magical and fitting, while others describe it as tedious or grating. Many appreciate the cheerful and calming tunes that complement the game's visuals, particularly for younger audiences, but there are also criticisms regarding the overall quality and repetitiveness of the soundtrack.
- “This game, the music, the little green bug that spins... it's so magical and yet so mysterious and a little freaky.”
- “It has so much going for it — absurdly cute graphics, fun level design, great music.”
- “The music is cheerful and calming (because of the SNES tunes) and goes great with the soothing sunset backdrop and mind-clearing game.”
- “Controls are bad, music is bad, graphics are bad.”
- “Music gets tedious very fast.”
- “The music is particularly grating, and I have only been able to 'play' for 8 minutes.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this minimalistic indie game has been criticized for its poor controls and broken jumping mechanics, leading to frustrating experiences for players. Many felt that the game lacked variety in maps and level difficulty, resulting in a disappointing overall playability that prompted some to seek refunds shortly after starting.
- “A fair bit of skill with the key presses until you get used to the gameplay.”
- “The jumping mechanic is broken, and there were times when I thought a jump was impossible without taking damage.”
- “A fair bit of skill with the key presses is required until you get used to the gameplay.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find that the grinding aspect of the game can become tedious quickly, particularly due to repetitive music that contributes to the overall monotony of the experience.
- “The grinding becomes monotonous and feels like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which made the experience feel tedious.”
- “The constant need to grind for resources takes away from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized as both intentionally and unintentionally amusing, with players finding it "hilariously bad" yet enjoyable. Many appreciate its comedic elements, suggesting it offers a lighthearted experience that can enhance gameplay skills while providing laughs.
- “This game is hilariously bad.”
- “And very funny.”
- “Voted you should play this game to improve your jumping skills; it's a funny and nice game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for its stability, with users reporting significant bugs and lag that detract from the overall experience.
- “I wanted to like this game, but I find the game itself to be buggy and laggy.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story revolves around two birds on a quest to reunite, highlighting themes of connection and perseverance.
- “The story is about two birds that need to meet again.”