Khaba
- January 12, 2015
- Hello There Games
- 6h median play time
Get on SteamIn Khaba, you follow the explorer Michael on his quest for a treasure in a forgotten pyramid. Through chambers filled with puzzles, he descends deeper into the mysteries of the buried Pharaoh. Each chamber becomes a further test of patience and reason, revealing the true nature of Michael’s past.
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Reviews
- The game features interesting and unusual puzzles that involve manipulating light with mirrors and prisms, providing a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic 90's puzzle games.
- It offers a good price-quality balance, with a reasonable difficulty curve and the potential for two different endings based on player choices.
- The game is enjoyable as a casual experience, with many levels that are challenging yet not overly difficult, making it accessible for a wide range of players.
- The story is considered bland and poorly integrated, with disjointed dialogue that fails to create a cohesive narrative experience.
- Controls can be imprecise, leading to frustration when trying to manipulate puzzle elements, and the inability to zoom out fully makes it difficult to view the entire puzzle chamber.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive, as many puzzles follow a similar pattern, which may lead to boredom for some players.
- story18 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered bland and thin, with a cheesy narrative that unfolds in disjointed segments as players progress through chambers. While the main character's backstory and the voice acting receive some praise, the overall plot is not the primary draw of the game, with many players finding it unintentionally amusing rather than engaging. Completing all objectives unlocks a second ending, which some believe to be the "real" conclusion, but the journey to get there is marked by predictability and a lack of depth.
“If only my wife hadn't left me and taken the kids with her. After a few chambers, you uncover a god who likes to dole out bits of the pharaoh's story in an ominous voice.”
“Despite the flaws, it's a fun game that most people should find challenging with a story that is unintentionally amusing.”
“The story is pretty bland though, not the main reason to play the game.”
“I appreciate that the writers gave the main character a backstory, but the information comes up in jagged bits as he enters each new chamber.”
“Story is pretty thin, you can see the regular ending coming for most of the game.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally enjoyable but suffers from poorly explained mechanics, leading to confusion. Players report a limited playtime of around 5 to 6 hours with little to no replayability, suggesting it may be better to wait for a sale before purchasing.
“The game mechanics aren't well explained.”
“The game is fun for the most part; however, it only offers about 5 or 6 hours of gameplay at most, and there is no replayability. I would recommend waiting for a sale.”
“The game mechanics aren't well explained.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers a fun experience but is limited to about 5 to 6 hours of gameplay, with little to no replayability, leading many reviewers to suggest waiting for a sale before purchasing.
“The game is fun for the most part, but it only offers about 5 or 6 hours of gameplay at most, with no replayability. I would recommend waiting for a sale.”
“The game is enjoyable, but it lacks replayability and can be completed in just 5 or 6 hours. It's better to wait for a discount.”
