Kochu's Dream
- June 10, 2021
- Sokpop Collective
In "Kochu's Dream," players transform into a beetle and explore a macro world filled with giant plants and animals. The game features 5+ characters, multiple items to find, 10+ collectibles, and 3 boss fights, with a runtime of 1-2 hours. The goal is to find a way to turn back into a human. Sokpop releases a new game every month, and this one includes sfx and music by @bbtombo.
Reviews
- Charming art style and cute characters enhance the overall experience.
- Fun and intuitive controls, making platforming enjoyable despite some minor quirks.
- Short but complete adventure with a whimsical story and enjoyable soundtrack.
- Climbing mechanics can be frustrating due to unclear visual cues and slow movement.
- Limited enemy variety and respawning can lead to repetitive encounters.
- Physics and hitbox issues can disrupt gameplay, making some jumps feel unpredictable.
- graphics7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a charming low-poly art style with a unique wavy texture, which some players find visually appealing yet occasionally "buggy." While the visuals contribute to the game's overall aesthetic, they can also complicate gameplay, particularly in precise movements. Overall, the graphics are well-received, complementing the game's cute design and sound.
“The story, graphics, and soundtrack are good for a small game of 1 hour or less.”
“The controls are fun, intuitive, and the art style is adorable.”
“I initially bought this game because it was a 3D platformer with nice graphics.”
“The visuals are low-poly and have sokpop's signature wavy, jagged texture warping, which can make climbing some plants quite difficult.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as cozy and enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience despite the limited quantity. The well-composed soundtrack, particularly praised for its charm, complements the game's visuals and mechanics, contributing to a delightful atmosphere.
“The soundtrack makes the experience even cozier and fun.”
“Beautiful game, lovely soundtrack by the amazing bbtombo, and really fun mechanics.”
“The music is well-composed, the dialogue and characters are cute.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as a fun and engaging experience, featuring cool mechanics and a retro-inspired adventure style. While some players may find it not to their taste, the game is praised for its beautiful aesthetics, excellent sound design, and overall value for a short playtime of about an hour.
“Not super long, took me about an hour to complete, but it's a really fun little game with some cool mechanics and definitely worth the price.”
“Awesome sound design, aesthetic, and gameplay.”
“Beautiful game, lovely soundtrack by the amazing bbtombo, and really fun mechanics.”
“Even though stylistically and in terms of gameplay it isn't for me, if you want a 1-hour simple retro-inspired adventure game, this is worth the money.”
- story3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story features three bosses and various quests that enhance the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable despite its short duration of under an hour. Players appreciate the combination of engaging narrative, graphics, and soundtrack, contributing to an overall fun experience.
“The game is pretty fun in terms of the story and playing through it.”
“The story, graphics, and soundtrack are impressive for a small game lasting 1 hour or less.”
“There are three bosses, including the final boss, and multiple rooms and quests to explore in order to progress to the end.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving the players with little emotional investment in the outcome.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users have noted that while the game features an interesting art style, it can appear visually "buggy" at times, indicating some stability issues that may affect the overall experience.
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
“There are numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustrating moments.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and endearing portrayal of the protagonist, a bug boy, which resonates with players and evokes feelings of warmth and affection.
“The story made me feel a deep connection to the characters, leaving me emotionally invested in their journey.”
“I was moved to tears by the heartfelt moments and the struggles the characters faced.”
“The game beautifully captures the essence of love and loss, resonating with my own experiences.”