Kilcount

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Kilcount is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Beatrice and was released on June 15, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

Galactic war has ended in the complete annihilation of both sides. Orphans, old folks and animals hitch rides on ghost ships, bound for nowhere. Last night, you and a convoy of strangers boarded a scuttled Dominion warship. Home is far away.

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87%Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

humor9 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Charming and quirky writing with memorable, humorous characters that keep players engaged.
Simple, straightforward gameplay that offers a relaxing, short (1-3 hours) experience suitable for casual play.
Distinctive pixel art style and atmospheric soundtrack that complement the game's sci-fi setting and mood.

Gameplay can become repetitive and tedious due to fetch quest chains and limited movement (no diagonal movement).
Basic and minimalistic graphics and interface, including boring dialogue boxes and limited animation.
Abrupt or unsatisfying ending with little emotional payoff or deeper story resolution.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
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The story centers on a group aboard a derelict spaceship after a galactic war, unfolding through a series of fetch quests with charming, well-written dialogue and an original vibe. While the narrative is simple and brief, some players found it engaging and emotionally resonant, appreciating its quirky characters and multiple endings, though others felt it lacked depth. Overall, the story is praised for its unique style and fun execution rather than complexity or expansiveness.
- “If you should take this seriously (check the SteamDB player counts below, nobody did), the story centers around a group of individuals who have boarded a derelict spaceship after a galactic war.”
- “The game consists mostly of one fetch quest after another, but it doesn't feel like a chore at any moment thanks to its remarkable script; simple but fun, original and well-put together.”
- “Finished in about two hours and, from what I could experience, it is possible to end the storyline by different paths.”
- “The game is just a bunch of fetch quest chains, but the dialogue and vibe is charming.”
- “Some of the "quests" were more personal, like one particular character's search for dignity, but I just didn't feel anything upon completing this quest (or indeed the game at-large).”
- “Kilcount is a simple puzzle game based around quest chains, where you have to find items for the varied denizens of a spaceship.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is widely praised for its quirky, engaging, and charming writing, featuring well-developed, funny alien characters with unique personalities. Its sci-fi and dark humor elements add a delightful and surreal touch, making the dialogue a standout aspect even for those who appreciate multiple endings and straightforward gameplay.
- “Some of the most charming and delightful humorous writing I've ever encountered in a game.”
- “The gameplay and design are simple and straightforward, but where the game really shines is in its quirky writing; each alien has a unique personality and the dialogue is funny and engaging.”
- “Characters are funny and very well written: I can see a lot of untold background through the lines of dialogue.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay centers on conversation and exploration with diverse passengers, offering multiple endings and engaging, humorous dialogue. While the controls and design are simple and straightforward, some find the walking and repetitive interaction tedious, and the gameplay can feel limited or dry. Overall, the game's charm lies more in its quirky writing and characters than in complex or dynamic gameplay.
- “Gameplay involves conversation and exploration with the various passengers, leading to different outcomes.”
- “Great game with multiple endings, funny dialog, and good gameplay.”
- “The gameplay and design are simple and straightforward, but where the game really shines is in its quirky writing; each alien has a unique personality and the dialogue is funny and engaging.”
- “Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low quality 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
- “One is that the moment-to-moment gameplay can get a little tedious, walking back and forth from one NPC to another.”
- “There is no gameplay aside from text choices and walking around, so you could technically call it a 'walking simulator'.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The graphics are characterized by a simple, coherent art style reminiscent of Undertale, which many find creatively appealing and fitting for the game's atmosphere. However, the RPG Maker engine limits visual quality, lacking fullscreen optimization, full HD support, and graphic customization options, making it less suitable for modern PC gamers seeking high-fidelity visuals.
- “Art style caught my eye from the very beginning: simple, and yet coherent.”
- “I really enjoyed the simplistic art style and atmospheric soundtrack.”
- “Obviously the art style is very basic, but I kind of like the creativity behind it, and the ambient soundtrack was very immersive.”
- “As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
- “Obviously the art style is very basic, but I kind of like the creativity behind it.”
- “The art style caught my eye from the very beginning: simple, and yet coherent.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The music in the game is described as repetitive but varied enough across different sectors to avoid becoming annoying. The ambient soundtrack complements the simplistic art style well, creating an immersive atmosphere despite its simplicity.
- “I really enjoyed the simplistic art style and atmospheric soundtrack.”
- “Obviously the art style is very basic, but I kind of like the creativity behind it, and the ambient soundtrack was very immersive.”
- “Repetitive music.”
- “I absolutely recommend playing this game for the character, but in terms of music and gameplay, it's a bit dry.”
- “Soundtrack seems repetitive but doesn't get annoying because every sector or room has its own tune.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be minimal, expressing that it lacks a compelling or engaging emotional experience. They feel less invested in the characters' situations and do not anticipate strong emotional impact.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users appreciate the game's atmospheric soundtrack and simplistic art style, which create an engaging ambiance. While reminiscent of Yume Nikki's ambient atmosphere, it avoids abstract exploration, offering a distinct and refreshing experience.
- “I really enjoyed the simplistic art style and atmospheric soundtrack.”
- “The ambient atmosphere is very reminiscent of Yume Nikki, but it does not have any abstract exploration (and I am glad it is not another dreaming game).”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game is seen as somewhat tedious, involving repetitive back-and-forth tasks between NPCs that can diminish engagement during moment-to-moment gameplay.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is compromised by bugs that cause certain characters, like a hostile robot, to get stuck in endless restart loops, impacting the overall experience despite entertaining dialogue.