Khimera: Destroy all Monster Girls

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Khimera: Destroy All Monster Girls is a DRM-free beat-em-up platformer, originally released on Steam in 2016, where you play as Chelshia, a synthetic chimera with parts of oni, golem, and harpy, protecting your monster-inhabited island home from looting pirates using GIANT STONE FIST technology. This itch.io version has identical features to the Steam version and can transfer saves between the two.

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Play Modes

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

Khimera: Destroy all Monster Girls screenshot

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

The game features charming pixel art and a delightful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is dynamic and fun, with a variety of powers and collectibles that keep players engaged.
Khimera: Destroy All Monster Girls is free to play, offering a high-quality experience that rivals paid titles.

Some platforming sections can be frustratingly difficult, with sparse checkpoints leading to repeated attempts.
Certain collectibles are nearly impossible to obtain without external help, which can detract from the experience.
The game is relatively short, leaving some players wanting more content after completion.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
44%
11%
The gameplay is praised for its dynamic and solid mechanics, featuring quality retro platforming across challenging levels. Reviewers highlight the smart level design, charming art style, and engaging dialogue, although some minor issues are noted. Overall, the gameplay is considered fantastic and well-crafted, appealing to fans of the platforming genre.
- “Luckily the gameplay is able to keep up with the content, featuring some quality retro platforming across plenty of challenging levels.”
- “The art is great, the music is fun, the gameplay is solid, the level design is smart and everything fits a charming tongue-in-cheek vibe.”
- “Tight gameplay mechanics, good level design, a very authentic retro look.”
- “It is not without issues I could comment on, but the core gameplay is solid.”
- “The graphics, the character design, the stages, the mechanics, etc. there is no reason to not play it unless you do not like platforming games.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
36%
7%
The game's story is praised for its simplicity and charm, enhanced by a colorful cast of characters and humorous dialogue. Reviewers find the narrative cute and engaging, complementing the overall gameplay experience with its lighthearted tone and fun interactions. Overall, the story is seen as a delightful addition that complements the platforming elements without being overly complex.
- “To start, the game’s story is good and made even better with a colorful cast of characters bringing it to life.”
- “The game is absolutely adorable, from the dialogue, to the humor, to the looks of the characters; even the story is cute.”
- “A lot of work must have gone into this because the gameplay is fantastic, the plot is fairly simple, and the dialogue is fun and nice.”
- “A basic plot that doesn't seem to be overbearing or ridiculous.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its cuteness and charm, with characters and dialogue reminiscent of titles like Undertale. While some internet humor may age poorly, the overall comedic writing is engaging and keeps players invested in the story and characters. The combination of adorable visuals, funny interactions, and a lighthearted narrative contributes to a delightful gaming experience.
- “The characters are really good, cute, with funny and charming dialogue. Even the NPCs' dialogue is enjoyable, reminding me of games like Undertale.”
- “The game is absolutely adorable, from the dialogue to the humor, to the looks of the characters. Even the story is cute.”
- “While there's a bit of internet humor that may date it in a few years, most of the text in Khimera is plenty funny and keeps me engaged to meet more of the cast.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The game's pixel art style is praised for its detailed design and charming retro aesthetic, contributing to an overall pleasant atmosphere. However, some levels suffer from repetitive tile patterns, which can detract from the visual experience. Overall, if the art style resonates with players, it enhances the enjoyment of the platforming gameplay.
- “The pixel art and graphics style is very good with little touches throughout the game.”
- “The whole atmosphere of the game is really nice overall and has a cute retro aesthetic.”
- “The graphics are finely detailed in their pixel style, though levels tend to have kind of bland tile repetition.”
- “The graphics, the character design, the stages, the mechanics, etc. there is no reason to not play it unless you don't like platforming games.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is widely praised for its upbeat chiptune soundtrack, which complements the charming and fun atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, enhancing the overall retro vibe and enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “The art is great, the music is fun, the gameplay is solid, the level design is smart, and everything fits a charming tongue-in-cheek vibe.”
- “It has one of the best composed upbeat chiptune soundtracks.”
- “Hilarious, cute, great music, feels like a retro game.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The reviews highlight strong character design as a standout feature, contributing positively to the overall experience of the game. However, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of narrative or growth, suggesting that while the characters are visually appealing, their depth may not be a focal point.
- “Great character design.”
- “The character development is engaging and adds depth to the gameplay.”
- “The characters evolve throughout the game, making the story more immersive.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers excellent replayability, allowing players to complete it without utilizing power-ups or upgrades, which encourages different playstyles and strategies.
- “Great replayability due to how you can complete the entire game without using your power-ups or upgrades at all.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its charming retro aesthetic, creating an overall pleasant experience. However, some users noted that certain elements, like the dialog box icons, closely resemble standard sprites, which may detract from the unique feel.
- “The whole atmosphere of the game is really nice overall and has a cute retro aesthetic.”