Klepto

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"Klepto is a simulation game that allows both single-player and multiplayer modes, with a focus on burglary in open-world sandbox neighborhoods. The game offers a variety of features including lockpicking, safe cracking, and even residential hacking. With full VR support, players can choose to play as a burglar or a cop in the Cops & Robbers game mode."

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24%

Audience ScoreBased on 174 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

stability29 negative mentions

The game has a great concept and potential for fun gameplay.
Some players find it enjoyable to play with friends despite its issues.
There are occasional updates that show the developers are working on improvements.

The game is extremely buggy and often unplayable, with many technical issues.
It has been abandoned by the developers, with no significant updates since 2017.
Many players report that the game feels incomplete and lacks meaningful content.

stability
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The game's stability is widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and performance issues that render it nearly unplayable. Many describe it as an unfinished product that has remained in early access for years without significant updates, leading to frustration over its lack of optimization and frequent crashes. While a few players see potential for improvement, the overwhelming consensus is that the game is currently a buggy mess that should not be purchased.
- “The game is nearly bug-free, which is impressive considering they are still working on it.”
- “Loading times have significantly improved, and it runs smoothly on my Oculus with a GTX 980.”
- “This is literally the worst video game I have ever laid my eyes on. One hour in Unity with stolen assets could make something more competent than this sad excuse for a video game. It absolutely is not ready to be played, released, or otherwise used. It's completely buggy, doesn't work, was never updated, and is still in early access after 4 years of development with relatively no changes whatsoever. The co-op mode literally means nothing; you can steal all you want, but it doesn't do anything. There's no objective; it's practically an empty Unity project with a few scripts that's multiplayer and, for some godforsaken reason, costs money and isn't free. Shame on these developers for such an incompetent product.”
- “Believe the bad reviews, the game is a buggy mess of a concept and executed horribly.”
- “I really hope this game in the future can become something good, but at this point in time, the game is just too buggy to recommend.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The gameplay of the game is currently hindered by significant bugs and optimization issues, leading to a frustrating experience despite its promising mechanics and interesting features. While the map layout and graphics are appreciated, many players feel that the game is not worth its price in its current state, though they remain hopeful for future improvements due to the developer's dedication. Overall, the game shows potential but requires substantial refinement to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “Lots of cool mechanics; sadly, it's very buggy at the moment, but I can see this game being great in the future.”
- “Klepto is an interesting title. At $9.99, it's not worth it in its current state, but I'm still going to recommend it since the developer is so dedicated to making this game perfect. As of yesterday's dev log, he has actually put some research into the game's mechanics to ensure they are authentic. There are so many cool features in the game and those that will be implemented, such as hacking, picklocking, disabling alarms, and even a mission system.”
- “Great game! It is early access, so it needs work, but the concept and mechanics are great.”
- “The optimization is horrible, and the gameplay is very buggy.”
- “Honestly, this game has a nice map layout and somewhat okay graphics, but the actual gameplay is horrible.”
- “- The movements and animations hurt your gameplay efforts - try holding a painting in the tutorial.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players noting that while the map layout is nice, the visuals are underwhelming and plagued by performance issues such as lag and slow loading times. Many users report significant bugs, including clipping and poor animations, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, there is a sense of hope for future improvements.
- “The graphics are nice but weirdly demanding.”
- “Honestly, this game has a nice map layout and somewhat okay graphics.”
- “I look forward to seeing how it goes in the future as it looks promising.”
- “I don't understand why this is, considering how the graphics still look bad even on max settings.”
- “First VR game I don't get sick, and about the game, well it's unfinished deluxe... terrible graphics and a lot of bugs.”
- “Not really playable at this point (clipping, graphics slow to load in areas so you enter a house and suddenly everything loads and you're locked in, empty feel to map, poor animations, camera clipping inside characters' heads, can't carry large items without hitting the wall and dropping them over and over again). I look forward to seeing how it goes in the future as it looks promising.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game currently lacks a substantial story, offering players the option to either break into homes or complete repetitive missions with no rewards. While the gameplay can be entertaining, many users express a desire for more meaningful missions and narrative elements, such as targeted thefts or repo jobs. Despite its shortcomings, players appreciate the developer's commitment to improving the game and introducing new features.
- “Klepto is an interesting title. At $9.99, it's not worth it at its current state, but I'm still going to recommend it since the dev is so dedicated to making this game perfect. As of yesterday's dev log, he has actually put some research into the game's mechanics to ensure they are authentic. There are so many cool features in the game and those that will be implemented, such as hacking, pick locking, disabling alarms, and even a mission system.”
- “It would also be nice to have missions like stealing from someone who actually deserves it, like repo jobs or something.”
- “You start out by picking a neighborhood where you can either just go break into the homes or do an actual mission objective to earn coins.”
- “There is no story in this game.”
- “You complete one mission for no reward.”
- “As of right now, they only have a few missions you can keep redoing over and over with no payout.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting severe performance issues and numerous bugs that significantly hinder gameplay. Overall, it is described as a poorly-optimized and malfunctioning experience.
- “The optimization is horrible, and the gameplay is very buggy.”
- “Horrible performance.”
- “A bug-ridden, poorly-optimized, barely-functioning mess.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it hilariously entertaining, especially when playing with friends. However, many note that while the game is funny and features a lot of comedic elements, it is also plagued by bugs that can detract from the experience. Recent patches have improved stability, boosting players' confidence in the game's comedic potential.
- “Hilarious to play with friends.”
- “Overall, I think it is a really funny game with a lot of features, but sadly with a lot of bugs.”
- “Hilariously glitchy, but after the recent patches, I have more faith in this game now!”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
300%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy is perceived as exploitative, with users labeling it a "cash grab."
- “This game feels like a cash grab.”
- “The monetization is overly aggressive and ruins the experience.”
- “It's frustrating how much you have to spend to enjoy the game fully.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is noted for its intense and unsettling quality, with players reporting that it can be quite frightening upon first experience.
- “And when you run the game for the first time, be ready, the music will scare the hell out of you.”