Kit's Quest
- October 6, 2023
- Lone Fox Games
In "Kit's Quest," play as Kit, a determined fox on a mission to rescue his kidnapped sister from a dragon. Explore a vast, 3D platforming world filled with diverse environments, from underground mines to enchanted metalworks. Gather dragon teeth to break magical barriers and enlist the help of friendly birds to aid in your quest. Overcome challenges and confront the menacing dragon in this fun-filled adventure.
Reviews
- The game offers a charming atmosphere with cute characters and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic N64 platformers like Banjo-Kazooie.
- The level design is engaging, featuring clever environmental puzzles and a variety of collectibles that encourage exploration.
- The soundtrack is impressive and enhances the overall experience, with catchy tunes that adapt to different areas of the game.
- The platforming mechanics are often criticized for being imprecise and floaty, making it difficult to gauge jumps and navigate challenges effectively.
- The camera controls can be frustrating, leading to disorientation and difficulty in managing character movements during platforming sections.
- The graphics and character design feel basic and lack polish, which detracts from the overall visual appeal of the game.
- music34 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its phenomenal quality and nostalgic charm reminiscent of classic titles like *Banjo-Kazooie* and *Donkey Kong Country*. The soundtrack adapts beautifully to different levels, enhancing the gameplay experience and keeping it fresh, while the catchy tunes often linger in players' minds long after playing. Overall, the music is described as quirky, fun, and beautifully arranged, making it a standout feature of the game.
“The soundtrack is phenomenal for this type of game.”
“The music feels quirky, fun, encouraging, and very matching all the different areas.”
“Beautiful platformer and 10/10 incredible soundtrack.”
“There are only a few games where I won't immediately turn off the game noise to play my own music instead, and this is one of them.”
“There were times late in the game where I turned off the game music to play my own, thinking that I had heard it enough by this point.”
“The soundtrack of Cascade Ravine is stuck in my head.”
- graphics19 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 95 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as simple and basic, often resembling stock assets, yet they possess a certain charm that complements the cozy atmosphere and whimsical character designs. While some players find the visuals to be passable and even appealing in their own right, there is a consensus that a more polished aesthetic could significantly enhance the overall experience. Despite the graphical limitations, the game's distinct worlds and engaging mechanics help to redeem its visual shortcomings.
“Kudos on the art style and game mechanics!”
“Each world has a distinct feel and theme, between the graphics, the music, and the types of platforming challenges, and keeps it fresh throughout.”
“Personally, I think the qualities of Kit's Quest redeem its flaws by a landslide, and I'd even go as far as saying that the graphics, albeit simple, have a certain charm to them.”
“A bit more polished visuals and gameplay would have really elevated it.”
“It's certainly passable, and some of the zones are actually quite pretty in spite of the generic assets, but there's a level of slight jank in the visuals that can be a little hard to overlook.”
“The visuals/art style feel solid but somewhat flat.”
- story15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story in "Kit's Quest" is simple and reminiscent of classic platformers, focusing more on character interactions than a complex narrative. While it may not appeal to those seeking a strong storyline or visual design, the charm and engaging NPC interactions provide a satisfying experience for fans of the genre. Overall, the game successfully captures the essence of old-school platforming with its lighthearted storytelling.
“The story itself isn't particularly complex (well, I mean, it's an old-school platformer, what did you expect?), but the way the characters interact with each other is what sold me.”
“The character models aren't as distinctively stylistic as Banjo-Kazooie or Donkey Kong Country, but the writing and emoting makes them feel alive and unique.”
“I could honestly play a version of this game that was just all storyline, but I’m enjoying the challenge that this is.”
“The story itself isn't particularly complex (well, I mean, it's an old-school platformer, what did you expect?), but the way the characters interact with each other is what sold me.”
“There's not a lot to the story, but I'm pretty sure you can say that about basically every game in this genre.”
“Less recommended for people who are impatient, or those looking primarily for strong visual design or story.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with solid mechanics and engaging level design, particularly in the late-game area "enchanted metalworks," which showcases unique platforming elements. However, some players noted that the visuals and polish could be improved, and challenges can become frustrating due to camera and control issues. The straightforward mechanics allow for rewarding exploration and secret collection, though the character design and world-building may not leave a lasting impression.
“The game really hits its stride in the late-game area called 'Enchanted Metalworks,' which beautifully nails the mood, difficulty, puzzle design, and intrigue of gameplay elements in all the right ways, while also introducing some awesome platforming elements I've rarely seen in other games.”
“You can tell it was made with passion for the genre, and even if it doesn't look like much at first glance, the gameplay and level design absolutely make up for it.”
“There is also a secret collectible that I think there is one in every level, and you have to do some crazy stuff to get to them... you feel like you are breaking the game or exploiting its mechanics... but no... you are supposed to do this stuff to get to these secrets, and they feel super rewarding when you finally find a way to get to them.”
“A bit more polished visuals and gameplay would have really elevated it.”
“Plus, I found that completing challenges on speedrun/extreme really requires you to play at the edges of the mechanics, where you know exactly what to do but spend the majority of the time fighting the camera and controls to make it work.”
“You can tell it was made with passion for the genre, and even if it doesn't look like much at first glance, the gameplay and level design absolutely make up for it.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by charming and occasionally funny dialogue from animal characters, though the silent protagonist, Kit, lacks depth. While some players find the humor cute and enjoyable, others feel that the overall character and world design do not elevate the comedic elements significantly.
“The limited dialogue is funny and cute at times.”
“Graphics are meh, but the atmosphere is cozy and the characters are funny - it’s not at all bad and I hope the devs will improve on the formula!”
“The other oddly realistic animal models sometimes say funny things in between gameplay hints, which can certainly be charming.”
- character development4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game initially suffers from poor design and awkward controls, leading to a lackluster first impression. However, players who persevere through these challenges find that the experience improves significantly, suggesting that deeper engagement with the game reveals more rewarding character growth and development.
“But now, after playing through most of what the game has to offer, I’m happy to report that if you decide to commit to the game, get used to the awkward controls, learn to skillfully control Kit's floaty jumps, endure the often-godawful camera, and accept the off-putting character design, the game gets way better.”
“It's a bumpy ride, but it’s a journey worth taking if you can push past the janky platforming and the awkward character design.”
“I’ll be blunt: this game made an awful first impression on me with its flat, barebones hub worlds, janky jumping physics which didn’t seem to match well with the character animations, and baffling character design.”
“With all that being said, I'm happy to report that if you decide to commit to the game, get used to the awkward controls, learn to skillfully control Kit's floaty jumps, endure the often-godawful camera, and accept the off-putting character design, the game gets way better.”
“It's a bumpy ride, but it’s a journey worth taking if you can push past the janky platforming and the awkward character design.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game engaging, as collecting various objects remains enjoyable throughout. However, as they progress, boss battles become increasingly lengthy and tedious, with the need to restart upon death adding to the frustration.
“The further into the game I got, the longer and more tedious bosses became, and while death is largely inconsequential, it does mean starting them over from the beginning.”
“Grinding feels like a never-ending chore, with little reward for the time invested.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is described as cozy and enhanced by humorous characters, despite the graphics being considered mediocre. Overall, the experience is viewed positively, with hope for future improvements from the developers.
“The atmosphere is cozy and the characters are funny - it's not all bad, and I hope the devs will improve on the formula!”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be a wholesome and relaxing experience, evoking positive emotions and a sense of tranquility.