KarmaZoo

85%
Game Brain Score Based on 640 reviews
  • gameplay
  • emotional
  • music
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KarmaZoo is such a fun approach to online multiplayer games, that rewards you for being a good teammate. With great characters, the KarmaPass, and gameplay, you must play this!
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"KarmaZoo is a Kids Platformer game with local multi-player capabilities for up to 2 players. It features co-op and PvP gameplay with split screen, showcasing outstanding game mechanics and good graphics/soundtrack. The game emphasizes teamwork, connection, and Karma-earning challenges, where helping others leads to unlocking new characters and abilities."

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 5
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

85%
Audience ScoreBased on 640 reviews
gameplay39 positive mentions
grinding10 negative mentions
  • KarmaZoo offers a unique cooperative platforming experience that encourages teamwork and altruism, making it a refreshing change from competitive multiplayer games.
  • The game features a charming art style with adorable characters, and the gameplay mechanics are engaging, allowing for a fun and rewarding experience when playing with others.
  • Players report a wholesome community atmosphere, where cooperation is prioritized, and many enjoy the lighthearted nature of the game.
  • The game suffers from a lack of player base, making it difficult to find matches, especially in public lobbies, which can lead to long wait times.
  • Many players find the grind for unlocking characters and abilities to be excessive, leading to repetitive gameplay and frustration.
  • The inability to play with friends in public matches and the lack of a robust communication system can hinder the cooperative experience.
  • gameplay76 mentions

    The gameplay in Karmazoo is characterized by its simplicity and efficiency, promoting teamwork through innovative mechanics that reward cooperation. While the vibrant 2D pixel art and charming characters enhance the experience, some players find the lack of in-game communication tools and occasional competitive elements detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game offers a satisfying core loop with a focus on collaboration, making it a delightful multiplayer experience.

    • “Various game mechanics encourage and reward you and your team to work together and make it to the finish line.”
    • “Karmazoo has an incredible mechanic to motivate people to work together since working together is the only way to earn karma to unlock more characters or abilities.”
    • “The core gameplay loop is very satisfying.”
    • “Also, the sherpas are so out of place; they are annoying and interfere with the gameplay in an unpleasant way.”
    • “There is also no in-game chat, which, while a benefit to remove both the language barrier for crossplay and toxic/foul language, makes communicating game mechanics very hard.”
    • “It's disheartening to see individuals attempting to dominate the gameplay, dictating the pace for everyone else and discouraging exploration and enjoyment.”
  • emotional69 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players highlighting its wholesome nature and the supportive community it fosters. Many reviews emphasize the joy of cooperative gameplay, where players help each other solve puzzles in a relaxed environment, creating a feel-good experience that restores trust in online gaming. Overall, the game is celebrated for its charming design and the emotional connections it encourages among players.

    • “A lovely game that helped me to trust online gaming again, by actively rewarding supportive and affirming behavior, but also by being a cozy and wholesome game.”
    • “You made me cry, you made me laugh, thank you for wholesomeness.”
    • “The cohesion in this game is so strong that it actually is very touching to me.”
  • music30 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, described as charming and enjoyable, complementing the vibrant art style and whimsical gameplay. While some reviewers found it to be merely "okay" or "nothing to ride home about," many appreciated its ability to create a tranquil and fun atmosphere, with standout moments like saxophone music and playful soundtracks. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's appeal, enhancing the experience for players.

    • “The idea behind it, the art style, the music tracks - they're all great.”
    • “Very polished, beautiful music and visuals, unique abilities and extremely cute tiny animals who dance!”
    • “Karmazoo offers a tranquil gaming experience, blending serene gameplay with soothing music.”
    • “The music is nothing to write home about.”
    • “It is a fine little puzzle game with charming pixel art, a somehow annoying narrator, and okay music.”
    • “These cards range from every player having boosted jump to soundtrack changing to a kazoo nightmare back from the 2010 South Africa FIFA World Cup.”
  • story29 mentions

    The game's story revolves around cooperative quests where players embody unique animal characters to collect karma and revive magical trees, creating a whimsical and engaging narrative. While the storytelling is praised for its creativity and emotional impact, some players find the character-specific missions challenging and the competitive nature of completing quests can detract from the cooperative experience. Overall, the narrative is seen as enjoyable, though there are concerns about mission resets and difficulty balancing.

    • “I cannot begin to even comprehend such amazing storytelling and rich gameplay. I will describe every single aspect of this game as if my life depended on it. I would risk my own life for Karmazoo; believe me, the gods must've blessed me with fortune to notice this divine piece of entertainment. This experience is one of the highlights of my life, and I think I will fall into a great depression from here on out only because of the meaningless and numbness of every other aspect of my life. If God is the maker of all things, then Pastagames is above God to craft such perfection.”
    • “You join random animals in a quest to collect karma and resurrect magical trees of happiness and love, scream your lungs out at walls, and throw Cupid arrows at others. It's a whimsical and engaging story that keeps you invested.”
    • “Unclear if there is more story to play beyond the three goals per character as I’m only ten hours in, but it’s a fairly enjoyable game for me.”
    • “Some statue missions are near impossible to do with others rushing to get things ahead of you; for a co-op game, this is an oversight.”
    • “Also, the mission progress resets every time you finish a loop, not to mention some of them are bugged.”
    • “My main issue with the game is that the missions for individual characters are kind of hard to do when they require certain level gimmicks and you just won't get the level you need.”
  • graphics19 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant 2D pixel art style, featuring cute characters and smooth animations that enhance the whimsical gameplay. The visuals are complemented by a beautiful soundtrack, creating an engaging and polished experience that appeals to players seeking both charm and cooperative fun. Overall, the game's colorful graphics and unique art style contribute significantly to its replayability and enjoyment.

    • “Very polished, beautiful music and visuals, unique abilities, and extremely cute tiny animals who dance!”
    • “It has a really sick 2D pixel art style with vibrant colors, cute characters, nice music, and whimsically fun gameplay.”
    • “Its colorful graphics and original game mechanics are incredibly charming, and the variety of levels and character forms means no two runs ever look the same.”
  • grinding10 mentions

    Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some find it manageable and not overly tedious, others highlight the significant time investment required for character unlocks, with some taking up to 40 hours of grinding. The game includes a mini-game mode that offers a break from the main grind, but the reliance on luck-based progression and the developers' efforts to limit efficient farming have led to a somewhat frustrating experience for many. Overall, the grind can feel excessive, particularly for those aiming for complete unlocks.

    • “However, the pricing on characters ranges from what could be achieved in a normal round to almost 40 hours worth of grinding and hoping you average over 1.5k karma to obtain 100k for a single unlock.”
    • “An 'interesting' rather creepy terms of service, questionable extensions to lifetime, and tedious luck-based progression make this hard to recommend at best.”
    • “The developers went to great lengths to nerf groups efficiently farming karma earlier in the game's life.”
  • humor10 mentions

    Players find "Karmazoo" to be a uniquely humorous and heartwarming co-operative game, filled with funny-sounding animals and engaging puzzles that evoke laughter and relaxation. The diverse cast of over 50 characters and a humorous card system add charm and replayability, making it a delightful experience that resonates emotionally with players. Overall, the game is praised for its wholesome humor and ability to create memorable moments.

    • “I kindly recommend Karmazoo as a unique, funny, co-operative game with strangers that will melt your heart and make you smile.”
    • “I don't remember laughing and being so relaxed while playing a game in recent memory, awesome stuff!”
    • “With funny sounding animals, you collect karma together and complete fun and challenging puzzles.”
  • replayability6 mentions

    The game boasts high replayability, featuring over 50 unique characters that enhance gameplay dynamics and ensure no two runs are alike. Its multiplayer puzzle platformer format, combined with a humorous card system and a meaningful underlying message, encourages players to return for new experiences. Overall, the blend of diverse characters and engaging mechanics contributes to its strong replay value.

    • “Beautifully detailed and colorful graphics, huge replayability value with over fifty forms to unlock, no two runs are the same, original gameplay premise and a meaningful underlying message.”
    • “The game features over 50 distinct characters, each contributing uniquely to the challenges, with the humorous card system enhancing replayability and altering game dynamics.”
    • “Reminds me a bit of Journey but with more focus on gameplay and replayability.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game is praised for its charm and fun gameplay, but it suffers from frequent random crashes and freezes, impacting overall stability.

    • “The game itself is really charming and fun, but it is very prone to random crashes and freezes in my experience.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game is characterized by a calm and cheerful atmosphere that maintains a lighthearted tone, even during intense moments, ensuring that players do not experience significant stress.

    • “The game has an overall calm and cheerful atmosphere, and while it can get intense, it never becomes really stressful.”
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Critic Reviews

80% average critic score

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Play time

41hMedian play time
45hAverage play time
15-100hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 8 analyzed playthroughs

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