Kitsune Tails

98%
Game Brain Score Based on 598 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Kitsune Tails is a really fun and varied 2D platformer, and for fans of the classics it'll provide a hell of a hit of sweet nostalgia.
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"Kitsune Tails" is a single-player game with an interesting plot, exploring the complex relationships between kitsune and humans in a Japanese mythology-inspired world. With stellar gameplay, amazing visuals, and a fantastic soundtrack, players run, jump, and dash through emotional highs and lows, making for a highly entertaining and immersive experience. This follow-up to Super Bernie World promises to be a must-play for any gaming enthusiast.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 5
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • Play​Station
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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 598 reviews
story54 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Excellent homage to classic 90s platformers like Super Mario Bros 3, with tight controls and engaging level design.
  • Charming story featuring a sapphic love narrative with cute characters and fully voice-acted cutscenes.
  • Offers a variety of difficulty settings and power-ups, making it accessible for both casual players and those seeking a challenge.
  • Some players find the controls a bit slippery, making precision platforming challenging at times.
  • The game requires replaying levels with a second character to fully experience the story, which some may find tedious.
  • The soundtrack can become repetitive, and some voice acting may not resonate with all players.
  • story154 mentions

    The story of "Kitsune Tails" is a charming and cute sapphic love tale featuring fox girls, blending elements of classic platformers with a modern narrative. While some players find the plot simple and occasionally campy, many appreciate its engaging characters and voice acting, which enhance the overall experience. The game successfully intertwines its narrative with gameplay, encouraging players to explore the story further, despite some critiques about the frequency of story scenes.

    • “It's a simple but sweet sapphic love story with fox girls.”
    • “The story is cute, fun, and just enough to keep you interested beyond the awesome levels you're working through.”
    • “The story is well written and thought out.”
    • “My biggest complaint is the sheer amount of story in this game.”
    • “However, it is littered with story scenes that aren't particularly long, but pop up at both the beginning and ending of each stage and take up almost as much time combined as the actual stage does.”
    • “The poor quality of the story scenes combined with how frequent they are make for an overall disappointing experience, even though the actual gameplay is good.”
  • gameplay106 mentions

    The gameplay of "Kitsune Tails" is generally well-received, praised for its solid mechanics and nostalgic homage to classic platformers like Super Mario Bros. 3, while also introducing unique twists and power-ups that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the game's accessibility options, varied level designs, and the gradual introduction of mechanics, making it enjoyable for both newcomers and veterans. However, some critiques mention that while the gameplay is fun, it occasionally feels derivative and could benefit from more originality in its mechanics and enemy designs.

    • “The gameplay is rock solid, the story is fully voice acted and the game comes with an optional CRT filter for bonus nostalgia.”
    • “The mechanics and power-ups are introduced gradually, so you always have something to look forward to.”
    • “Seriously, this game is charming as heck and a wonderful throwback to classic Mario while adding its own ideas and new spins on gameplay and a wonderfully cute story.”
    • “On a gameplay level, it's mostly nothing.”
    • “I honestly don’t care much for the story and maybe wish they had spent less time on it and more on tightening the gameplay.”
    • “Same mechanics, same gameplay.”
  • graphics63 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming, pixel art style that pays homage to classic platformers like Super Mario 3, featuring cute characters and vibrant environments. While many reviewers highlight the delightful aesthetics and attention to detail, some note inconsistencies in visual quality, with certain areas appearing less polished. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's nostalgic and engaging atmosphere, complemented by a catchy soundtrack and solid gameplay mechanics.

    • “A very charming and excellent love letter to classic Mario, with a fluffy aesthetic and cute characters.”
    • “The graphics are beautiful, especially if you enable the CRT mode on one of today's big screens.”
    • “The voice acting is superb; the art style and aesthetics are gorgeous; the soundtrack is catchy, upbeat, and fits the mood of whatever level you’re on.”
    • “Could've been a much better game and the artwork is pretty low effort.”
    • “While the vast majority of the game looks and sounds amazing, some of the art and sound assets are noticeably shoddy, leading to a sometimes inconsistent aesthetic experience that reminds you this was made by a very small indie team.”
    • “The music is decent enough but the instruments are way too high fidelity for a game with this art style, with the sound effects being a bizarre mix of bleep bloops and more realistic sounding ones.”
  • music52 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it catchy and enjoyable, while others describe it as repetitive and not particularly memorable. Many appreciate the charming retro aesthetic and how the soundtrack complements the game's cute art style and overall vibe. Overall, while the music may not stand out for everyone, it contributes positively to the game's atmosphere and is often described as pleasant and fitting for the gameplay experience.

    • “Mix adorable style and presentation, controls that feel familiar but also stand on their own merits, great sound design and soundtrack, cute supernatural lesbians, and you get a grand time that brings a smile to my face every time I play it ^_^”
    • “The music and general sound design are spot on, too.”
    • “Gorgeous pixel art and animation, excellent controls, catchy music, and a fun Japanese folklore theme.”
    • “The soundtrack is probably the weakest part here.”
    • “Other than that really good art style, the music is a little repetitive but rather relaxing and inoffensive, though I think it's a bit suspect that you literally just play the game again after finishing it for the first time.”
    • “In particular, the death music sounds like it could've been ripped from an RPG Maker sound library.”
  • humor15 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its charming and quirky dialogue, as well as its engaging narrative that features funny characters and relatable themes, particularly around queer representation. Players appreciate the blend of humor with gameplay, noting that it evokes both laughter and emotional responses, reminiscent of classic platformers like Mario. Overall, the game's lighthearted tone and comedic elements contribute significantly to its appeal, making it a delightful experience.

    • “It's a simple feel-good narrative, with a lot of humor and personality.”
    • “The queer themes are another highlight, adding to the humor and uniqueness of the game.”
    • “No but seriously, it plays like a classic Mario game (a la Mario 3), it's got voice acting (very unlike a classic Mario game I guess but still great voice work), it's got charming and funny dialogue, did I mention disaster lesbians?”
  • emotional9 mentions

    The game is praised for its emotional depth, combining cute and wholesome elements with a heartfelt homage to classic platformers. Players appreciate the strong character development and representation, particularly for LGBTQ+ identities, which adds to the game's charm and relatability. The blend of humor, poignant moments, and engaging gameplay creates a nostalgic yet fresh experience that resonates with many.

    • “It was freeing to have experienced the stages 'as intended' the first time around, then completely tear them apart with a character whose powerful and fun movement made me feel like I could do anything.”
    • “It's made me laugh and it's made me cry.”
    • “A cute and heartfelt love letter to the classic platformers of old, with all the rough edges sanded down and polished to a shine.”
  • stability5 mentions

    The game generally runs well on platforms like the Steam Deck and Linux, with users reporting a smooth experience. However, there are persistent bugs that, while not game-breaking, detract from the overall experience and raise questions about the game's development quality.

    • “Runs great on Steam Deck.”
    • “Linux version runs great.”
    • “It runs great on the Steam Deck too!”
    • “The most consistent aspect of the game is that there are constant bugs that pull you out of the experience. While they never ruin it, they're very pervasive, and it's bizarre that a game that took this long to make feels so buggy.”
    • “I frequently encounter crashes and glitches that disrupt gameplay, making it hard to stay immersed in the story.”
    • “The game suffers from stability issues, with frequent frame drops and unexpected freezes that detract from the overall experience.”
  • character development5 mentions

    The character development in the game is highlighted by its appealing and cute character designs, particularly the charming sprite work and the transformation of characters, such as the small fox form when hit. Players appreciate the combination of engaging visuals and a fun story, which enhances the overall experience of the platforming gameplay.

    • “I particularly liked the character designs and the fact that when you get hit, your small form is a regular fox, which is really cute.”
    • “Visually, I enjoy the sprite work and character designs quite a bit.”
    • “Very cute sound and character design, and I am enjoying the story.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find that while the option to revive in place helps mitigate excessive grinding and allows for story progression, certain levels remain frustratingly tedious, particularly due to poor pathfinding and repetitive encounters. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a mixed bag, with some relief from mechanics but persistent annoyances in specific areas.

    • “I stand by that room being terrible still; having a reliable method to beat it did not make it any less tedious and annoying.”
    • “The pathfinding for this encounter also seems to like going back and forth a lot, and it's a bit tedious when it keeps happening after every stage.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game's optimization is commendable, especially for an indie title, with crisp controls and smooth performance that enhance the precision required for platforming gameplay.

    • “Importantly, given it's an indie game, the controls and performance are crisp and smooth, which is crucial for a platformer that requires a lot of precision. The dev team here got it right.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players find the game's replayability to be engaging and worthwhile, suggesting that it offers enough variety and interest to encourage multiple playthroughs.

    • “The game offers interesting replayability.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
    • “There are so many different choices that make you want to replay the game.”
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