Koltera
- December 8, 2023
- King Otter Games
- 37h median play time
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Reviews
- Cute and simple game that appeals to fans of monster collecting and achievements.
- The developer is very responsive and actively works on improving the game based on player feedback.
- Offers a unique blend of idle mechanics and creature collection, providing a satisfying experience for those who enjoy grinding and strategy.
- Progression is extremely slow, making the game feel tedious and grindy.
- The game lacks offline progression, requiring players to keep it open for any meaningful advancement.
- Many mechanics feel underdeveloped or unclear, leading to confusion and a lack of engagement.
- gameplay17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its repetitive and simplistic mechanics, primarily revolving around mining and breeding, which can feel tedious and lacking depth. While some players appreciate the unique creature designs and the charm of discovering mechanics over time, many find the overall experience to be barebones and unengaging, with a significant reliance on grinding and minimal interactive content. Recent updates have altered core mechanics and pacing, but the game still struggles to provide a rewarding and dynamic gameplay loop.
“I've grown attached to all of the designs in the game, and thoroughly enjoyed each and every mechanic the game had to offer, even if I only figured out how to use them most efficiently late in the end game.”
“It's not the best idler out there, but the creature mechanics feel unique in the genre.”
“While the mining is fine overall, adding a co-miner or buddy mechanic could be interesting, allowing the mines to be sped up further.”
“Starting the game over again basically from scratch with new mechanics and removing old ones should never be done.”
“Gameplay loop is basically reduced to a few clicks per hour as you just set up your creature to mine, wait till you get enough ores to either sell and get like 2% faster stamina regen or augment/mutate your creature so you can hope (literally hope) for some good stat RNG.”
“At the current state of the game, I just cannot recommend it; there's close to zero gameplay, just keep the app open as there's no offline progress (could be a bug).”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game is heavily grind-focused, particularly in its breeding and combining mechanics, which can feel tedious and time-consuming, especially for players aiming for 100% completion. However, some users appreciate the idle nature of the game, finding it enjoyable for those who like collecting and are willing to engage in grinding while multitasking. Overall, the grinding aspect is a defining feature, appealing to some while potentially deterring others.
“Sadly, it just lacks interactions and feels too grindy.”
“The game gets a bit more interesting once you can actually use the breeding mechanic (you unlock it relatively early, but it's useless for most of the game as you can't afford the coin cost or the fable storage space). However, this quickly turns into another grinding simulator of breeding and combining to get as close to a perfect 100% fable as possible.”
“It's really grindy, and I really mean it.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their aesthetic appeal and impressive artwork, particularly in relation to the monster collecting aspect. However, some users express dissatisfaction with the limited rewards for offline play.
“The artwork is the best part about the game, in my opinion.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its calming and relaxing qualities, providing a soothing backdrop that enhances the overall experience. However, some users feel that additional music options or UI scaling could improve the auditory experience further.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
“Could use some music or UI scaling, but decent grab so far.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. However, players express a desire for more content, such as additional quests and equipable items, to enhance the narrative experience.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life holds in store for you. If I had given up when all the odds were stacked against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, and I found it difficult to connect with any of the protagonists.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or emotional impact.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report a high level of stability, with no glitches or issues encountered during gameplay.
