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KIDS

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82%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
82% User Score Based on 1,033 reviews
Critic Score 82%Based on 1 reviews

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KIDS is a single player casual puzzle game with horror, kids and erotic themes. It was developed by Playables and was released on May 27, 2019. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.

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82%Audience ScoreBased on 1,033 reviews
gameplay16 positive mentions
replayability4 negative mentions
  • Unique and surreal interactive art piece with minimalistic and visually striking black-and-white animation.
  • Thought-provoking themes exploring conformity, group dynamics, peer pressure, and individuality through symbolic and abstract scenarios.
  • Engaging and intuitive gameplay with satisfying crowd manipulation mechanics and immersive sound design enhancing the atmosphere.
  • Very short experience, with playtime around 15-30 minutes, limiting depth and replayability.
  • Lack of meaningful choices or impact on outcomes, leading to repetitive gameplay with similar scenes reused multiple times.
  • Some players find it confusing, boring, and more like a non-interactive art installation or animated short film than a traditional game.

  • gameplay

    57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    28% positive mentions, 67% neutral mentions, 5% negative mentions

    The gameplay is minimalist, simple, and largely experimental, focusing more on artistic expression and thought-provoking mechanics than traditional challenges or depth. It offers a smooth, immersive experience with tactile, swarm-like interactions but is very short—typically around 15-30 minutes—and may feel sparse, repetitive, or lacking clear objectives for players expecting conventional gameplay. While unique and visually captivating, it may not satisfy those seeking longer or more complex gameplay.

    • “The mechanics are simple enough to grasp instantly, yet the emotions they evoke are complex.”
    • “A highly polished art piece which has so many satisfying boid-like mechanics which feel tactile and fun.”
    • “[i]kids[/i] takes that fundamental concept, which has long been something players have found as a sort of side-effect to an existing gameplay system, and makes it the front and center core of the experience.”
    • “Better than plug & play but still 4€ for 17 minutes of gameplay and for a nothing burger game is far too much.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, it was very boring, repetitive, unintuitive.”
    • “The minimalist mechanics and lack of instructions seem to be 'by design' but occasionally made for some frustrating levels.”

  • graphics

    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    35% positive mentions, 59% neutral mentions, 6% negative mentions

    The game's graphics are characterized by a minimalist, black-and-white aesthetic that is both visually striking and thematically rich, effectively reinforcing its thought-provoking themes. While simple and sometimes repetitive, the art style is praised for its elegance, fluid animation, and ability to evoke strong emotions, making the visuals a central and memorable aspect of the experience. However, some users note technical issues like low frame rates that can cause eye strain during crowded scenes.

    • “The game's visuals are mesmerizing, with stark black and white graphics that emphasize the contrast between order and chaos.”
    • “The minimalist aesthetic of kids is both visually striking and thematically rich, serving as the perfect backdrop for the game's exploration of identity, conformity, and the human condition.”
    • “From its minimalist aesthetics to its thought-provoking gameplay, every aspect of this game is crafted with care and precision, resulting in an experience that is as intellectually stimulating as it is visually striking.”
    • “All white graphics, large monitor, and 20 fps cause severe eye strain and headaches.”
    • “The art style and low frame rate animations are brutal on the eyes when big crowds show up, making it slow, repetitive, and painfully boring.”
    • “The visual aesthetics of the game are simple, minimalistic, and of a decent but recognizable quality.”

  • story

    37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    16% positive mentions, 76% neutral mentions, 8% negative mentions

    The story in this game is minimal and loosely defined, often serving more as a backdrop for gameplay or interactive vignettes rather than a fully developed narrative. While some players appreciate its subtle, interpretive themes and artistic design, many find the storyline lacking depth, cohesion, and clear purpose, leading to mixed impressions regarding its meaningfulness and engagement.

    • “Kids is a masterpiece of interactive storytelling, a captivating exploration of the human condition that challenges players to rethink their understanding of the world around them.”
    • “The art presented is very highly thought out and presents several ideas for the players to consider throughout their short yet incredible journey through the plot of kids.”
    • “You get small pieces of narrative, but it’s delivered in small vignettes rather than an overarching storyline.”
    • “This could have easily been a short film and nothing would have changed, since the very few options you have in the game have zero impact on the story, like near the end, which of the three paths you want to send your kids down, since they end up in the same place either way.”
    • “The game’s story is loosely defined and undeveloped.”
    • “I spent these 20 minutes searching what the game was trying to offer, what were its points, and then its end arrived; I honestly thought it was a cinematic presenting the end of the introduction, or some kind of story development, and then it just rolled the credits to my unpleasant surprise.”

  • music

    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    36% positive mentions, 53% neutral mentions, 11% negative mentions

    The game's music is widely praised for its hauntingly beautiful, angelic, and ethereal choral compositions that deeply enhance the eerie and surreal atmosphere. Minimalistic yet captivating, the soundtrack effectively complements the visuals and narrative, creating a unique emotional and immersive experience. Some note the music as a standout feature that elevates the game's artistic and unsettling tone.

    • “The soundtrack and sound design of the game are excellent and create a unique atmosphere.”
    • “From the eerie silence of an empty room to the cacophony of voices in a crowded space, the music in Kids is as much a part of the narrative as the visuals themselves, creating a sense of atmosphere and mood that is unmatched in the world of gaming.”
    • “And then there's the soundtrack—a hauntingly beautiful score that underscores the game's themes and enhances the overall experience.”
    • “☐ no music”
    • “•• soundtrack ••”
    • “If you are into a weird arty game with nice animation and strange children's choir music, this is it!”

  • humor

    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's humor is characterized by quirky, surreal, and often random moments that many players find genuinely funny and entertaining, especially when interacting with large crowds of AI characters. While some appreciate its weird and sometimes poignant comedy, others find the humor sporadic amid slow or repetitive gameplay. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that adds charm and amusement despite mixed opinions on other aspects.

    • “Some moments are humorous, as when figures comically bump into one another or dive headfirst into a void, while others are quietly haunting, as when the crowd dissolves into emptiness.”
    • “It's a bit like WarioWare in that each scene is very short and weird, but with a more singular thematic focus and messing with the crowd is frequently very funny.”
    • “Hilarious and poignant.”

  • replayability

    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    25% positive mentions, 42% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The game offers minimal replayability, with a short, fixed experience that doesn't change on subsequent playthroughs. While it may provide a novel, emotionally resonant experience once, it lacks depth, interactivity, and incentives for repeated plays. Overall, it is more of a brief artistic diversion than a game with lasting replay value.

    • “☐ infinitely replayable (or almost)”
    • “Not as entertaining or replayable as their other game, Plug and Play, but (at half price) worth a try if you really liked Plug and Play.”
    • “•• replayability ••”
    • “There is not much replayability (tasks, achievements, goals), but for a single playthrough it is worth a couple of bucks.”
    • “It only takes about twenty minutes to complete in whole, and there isn't really much in the way of replayability as it is the exact same experience each time... an interesting diversion if nothing else, but not necessarily a must-play.”
    • “No plot, no characters, no message (unless you insert your own), no combat, no diplomacy, no replayability, no customization, about as much playtime as a bowl of ice cream on a summer day, but far more boring.”

  • optimization

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    43% positive mentions, 14% neutral mentions, 43% negative mentions

    The game's optimization is generally poor, with significant performance issues causing low frame rates on high-end PCs, especially in scenes with white backgrounds. However, animation runs smoothly in darker scenes, and overall performance is described as just acceptable, potentially due to the game being optimized more for mobile touchscreen devices.

    • “Game has major performance issues on 95% of the scenes with white background, animation is completely smooth during the black scenes.”
    • “The game crashed only once and its performance is okay.”
    • “This game seems optimized for a mobile device with a touchscreen.”
    • “The worst part of all is the performance.”
    • “I don't know who optimized this game, but it ran at sub 20 FPS at times for me, and I have a beast of a computer.”
    • “Game has major performance issues in 95% of the scenes with a white background; animation is completely smooth during the black scenes.”

  • emotional

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game delivers a powerful emotional experience, combining stunning visuals and thought-provoking gameplay that leaves a lasting impact. Players often describe it as deeply moving and thought-provoking, evoking strong feelings and meaningful life lessons despite limited replay value.

    • “With its stunning visuals, thought-provoking gameplay, and emotional depth, it's a game that will linger in your mind long after you've finished playing.”
    • “A great game with such deep and emotional lessons about life.”
    • “This game made me want to cry.”

  • atmosphere

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game’s atmosphere is richly crafted through excellent sound design and a unique soundtrack that blend eerie silences with immersive audio layers, enhancing the narrative and mood. Its operatic and unsettling ambiance creates a distinctive, uncanny experience that stands out in gaming.

    • “From the eerie silence of an empty room to the cacophony of voices in a crowded space, the music in kids is as much a part of the narrative as the visuals themselves, creating a sense of atmosphere and mood that is unmatched in the world of gaming.”
    • “If you liked that one, you'll like kids too, as you'll find in it the same oddly familiar strangeness, the mild discomfort of knowing you're somehow dealing with something else than what's being shown, the simple controls and fluid animations (even better than before), the excellent sound design, the whole unheimlich atmosphere.”
    • “The soundtrack and sound design of the game are excellent, and create a unique atmosphere.”

  • grinding

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions

    Grinding in the game is generally seen as tedious and somewhat repetitive, with limited meaningful interactivity that makes the experience feel more like a chore than engaging gameplay.

    • “One long, tedious grind.”
    • “Unlike plug & play, Kids was mostly tedious to play through, even if it was only 15 minutes to complete.”
    • “There's not enough meaningful interactivity, some of the scenes feel tedious and the overall tone feels not as much thought provoking as pretentious.”

  • monetization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Users feel that the game's monetization feels excessive and gives the impression of a cash grab, especially when compared to the developer's previous, higher-quality title.

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82%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews
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KIDS is a casual puzzle game with horror, kids and erotic themes. Common tags for KIDS include indie, surreal, psychological, psychological horror, minimalist and others.

KIDS is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

KIDS was released on May 27, 2019.

KIDS was developed by Playables.

KIDS has received positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked KIDS for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

KIDS is a single player game.

Similar games include Plug & Play, Thirty Flights of Loving, Indecision., Windosill, The Old Tree and others.