KOBOLOK

45%
Game Brain Score Based on 20 reviews
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  • graphics
  • gameplay
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"KOBOLOK is an ethnic horror game based on the fairytale of round bread "Kolobok." Players navigate a boy lost in dark woods, joining a mysterious pack that demands participation in a brutal contest every 3 years. With nostalgic PS1 graphics and atmospheric sound, this game promises chilling mystery and intrigue."

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  • Windows
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45%
Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews
graphics2 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique visual style and an interesting nightmarish atmosphere that can be engaging.
  • There are multiple endings that add some replay value, allowing players to explore different outcomes.
  • Some players found the bizarre and abstract nature of the game to be fun and reminiscent of a fever dream.
  • The script is poorly translated and confusing, making it hard to follow the plot and objectives.
  • The game is very short and lacks substantial gameplay, leading to feelings of being underwhelmed for the price.
  • Many players experienced bugs and issues that hindered their ability to progress, resulting in a frustrating experience.
  • story10 mentions

    The game's story is described as confusing and lacking depth, with elements like a missing person and a cult obsessed with bread that fail to coalesce into a coherent narrative. Players note that while the atmosphere is intriguing, the plot feels disjointed and poorly translated, leaving many feeling disconnected and frustrated rather than emotionally engaged. Overall, the story is seen as a surreal experience that may amuse some but ultimately lacks clarity and substance.

    • “A story of children and your brother going missing, in which giant animals stare down upon you.”
    • “Great atmosphere, interestingly perplexing short story with little secrets to discover and different endings.”
    • “Don’t go into the game expecting a deep story, it is more of a lucid crazy dreamscape that may make you laugh.”
    • “It's hard to say exactly what the plot is; I think there's a missing person in there and there's some cult that's really into bread?”
    • “The story confused me more than provided emotional connection to the thing, the scene sequence and transitions felt janky and random, as well as the selection of most of the visual iconography.”
    • “For those of us that don't speak Russian, the story is incomprehensible as the translation to English is an awful, convoluted mess.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    The game features a cool art style with impressive crispy, lo-fi graphics that create an unsettling visual aesthetic. However, some users feel that it lacks authenticity as it uses a pixel filter on fully rendered graphics, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “The crispy, lo-fi graphics and at times unsettling visual aesthetic come off as impressive.”
    • “This is also not an authentic retro experience, and instead the developer chose to slap a pixel filter on fully rendered graphics.”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    The gameplay has been criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, with users noting that it primarily consists of simply moving forward, overshadowed by a cool art style.

    • “Barely any gameplay aside from going forward.”
    • “The mechanics feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “There is a lack of variety in gameplay, leading to repetitive and dull experiences.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users found the emotional aspect lacking, citing confusion in the story and disjointed scene transitions that hindered their connection to the narrative. The visual iconography was also criticized for not effectively supporting the emotional experience.

  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized as shallow and campy, evoking a delightfully weird and spooky atmosphere reminiscent of a haunted house experience. Players find it amusing and entertaining, contributing to the overall charm of the game.

    • “The overall feeling I had after playing this game was similar to visiting a haunted house in an old amusement park: shallow and campy, but delightfully weird, funny, and spooky.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere is praised for its intriguing and perplexing short story, enriched with hidden secrets and multiple endings that enhance the overall experience.

    • “Great atmosphere, interestingly perplexing short story with little secrets to discover and different endings.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game has been criticized for its poor stability, with users reporting significant bugs that render it unplayable despite its appealing style.

    • “I like the style of the game, but it's just unplayable due to the numerous bugs.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it impossible to enjoy any gameplay.”
    • “I was excited to play, but constant glitches and instability ruined the experience.”
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