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Kilonova

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78%Game Brain Score
graphics, music
optimization, story
97% User Score Based on 32 reviews

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Kilonova is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Sleepy Spirit and was released on May 17, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Embark on a journey of revenge as Sol, a warrior of the celestial cosmos, as she fights to repel the corruption that has shackled the creatures of a fractured world. Wield her cosmic strength to shatter your foes and expunge the malevolent influence of the cosmos most ancient enemy; The Kilonova! Will you avenge your people and free this world, or succumb to the entropy of its eternal power? The f…

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful art design and a captivating atmosphere, making it visually appealing.
  • It's a fun and straightforward beat-em-up experience that is easy to pick up and play, perfect for casual gamers.
  • Despite its short length, the game offers enjoyable gameplay with a unique story and engaging combat mechanics.
  • The game is very short, typically lasting around 20-30 minutes, which may leave players wanting more.
  • Controls and camera angles can feel unpolished and clunky, affecting the overall gameplay experience.
  • There are performance issues on certain platforms, with inconsistent frame rates and occasional bugs.
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have been praised for their stylish artwork and appealing character design, contributing to a captivating aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. While some users noted the lack of polish typical of a student project, the visuals were still considered impressive and engaging, leaving players eager for more. Overall, the combination of solid visuals and enjoyable gameplay creates a memorable atmosphere.

    • “The artwork was very nice, and the small amounts of story we got made me just want more.”
    • “A fun, quick, beat-em-up with an interesting setting and aesthetic.”
    • “The art style is so good that I kept wanting to stop and look up at the stars.”
    • “There's also no graphics settings to adjust to fix this, but again, it's a student project.”
    • “First off, I do recognize that this is a student project, and so some jank and lack of polish is to be expected. However, the graphics still leave much to be desired.”
    • “While the combat and movement were solid, the overall graphics and polish are lacking.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for being enjoyable and memorable, with some standout tracks like the new Ronald song. However, there are mixed opinions, as some players found the overall sound design to be forgettable.

    • “A really fun game with, in my opinion, wonderful music.”
    • “Good sounds and music.”
    • “The new Ronald song does slap though!”
    • “I don't even remember if there was music or not, and the rest of the sound design left no impression.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has been criticized for poor camera angles and inconsistent performance, particularly on the Steam Deck, where frame rates fluctuate between 20-40fps. This inefficiency hampers gameplay, making it difficult to execute combos effectively.

    • “On Steam Deck, performance could be a lot better, hitting around 20-40 FPS inconsistently.”
    • “Camera angles are not optimized.”
    • “First off, performance.”
    • “On Steam Deck, performance could be a lot better, hitting around 20-40fps inconsistently.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting the impressive modeling, textures, and lighting that collectively create an immersive experience.

    • “The modeling, textures, and lighting are on point, creating an amazing atmosphere.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
    • “From the haunting sound design to the stunning visuals, the atmosphere is nothing short of breathtaking.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a unique and enjoyable story, though some players found it to be a bit short, leaving them wanting more. The artwork complements the narrative well, and the inclusion of voice acting adds depth to the experience. Overall, while the story is engaging, its brevity may limit replay value for some players.

    • “The artwork was very nice, and the small amounts of story we got made me just want more.”
    • “It even had a story to move things along, and it was voiced.”
    • “Good game, unique story; although it was a bit short, it was nice and skill-based.”
    • “The story felt disjointed and lacked coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “Character development was shallow, leaving me uninterested in their fates.”
    • “The plot twists were predictable and failed to deliver any real surprises.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that while the game offers easy achievements that can enhance replayability for those aiming to complete it fully, some feel that overall replay value is limited, particularly given its status as a student project.

    • “Easy achievements that provide replay value for those aiming to 100% the game.”
    • “The achievements system enhances replayability.”
    • “I also don't understand some of these playtimes; there's no replay value. Though again, it's a student project, so I wouldn't expect it.”
    • “Easy achievements, with some providing replay value if you're trying to 100% it.”
    • “+ Achievements make it replayable.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers praise the character design and aesthetic as standout features, highlighting their uniqueness and appeal. While the gameplay and combat mechanics are noted as solid, the focus remains on the strong visual presentation of the characters, suggesting a desire for further exploration of this aspect in future iterations.

    • “The character designs are unique, the gameplay is fun, and I found the final boss to be just the right amount of challenging (as someone who doesn't often play games like this).”
    • “Character design and general aesthetic were really good; no complaints there either and I wouldn't mind seeing more of it.”
    • “The combat and movement were solid despite the flaws, and again the character design and aesthetic are killer.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is praised for its engaging cosmic power mechanic, which enhances combat depth. Players appreciate the unique character designs and find the overall gameplay enjoyable, with the final boss providing a suitably challenging experience for newcomers.

    • “I quite like the cosmic power mechanic; it really adds an extra layer of depth to the combat that I enjoy.”
    • “The character designs are unique, the gameplay is fun, and I found the final boss to be just the right amount of challenging, especially for someone who doesn't often play games like this.”
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Kilonova is a action adventure game.

Kilonova is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

Kilonova was released on May 17, 2024.

Kilonova was developed by Sleepy Spirit.

Kilonova has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its optimization.

Kilonova is a single player game.

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