Kotodama Diary: Cute Pet Game

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"Kotodama Diary: Cute Pet Game" is a single-player Simulation game with excellent gameplay and wonderful visuals. The wholesome story follows players as they feed words to grow their unique virtual pets, questioning if they are animals or something more. However, the game is plagued with excessive advertisements and plenty of humor. The goal is to discover and care for your mysterious Kotodama pets.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Kotodama Diary: Cute Pet Game screenshot

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,955 reviews

humor71 positive mentions

monetization272 negative mentions

The characters are interesting and the gameplay is simple, making it enjoyable.
The dialogue and interactions with the Kotodummies are fun and humorous.
The game is cute and colorful, providing a relaxing experience.

There are frequent ads that can disrupt gameplay, making it frustrating at times.
Connection errors and bugs can lead to loss of progress and gifts.
The game can become repetitive and grindy as you progress, with increasing heart requirements.

monetization
290 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a high frequency of ads that can disrupt gameplay, particularly after upgrades or events. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for in-game rewards and the ability to remove ads for a fee, others feel the cost is too steep given the game's simplicity. Overall, while the ads are often described as bearable or well-integrated, they remain a significant point of frustration for many users.
- “Kotodamadiary is the cutest; it is accessible without the consumer needing to make any in-app purchases. I have spent no money on this game but have been playing every day for 20 minutes for the last 4 months.”
- “The in-app purchases aren't shoved down your throat and the ads are never more than 30 seconds, while the mandatory ones take even less than that.”
- “There are in-game purchases, but you can get by fine without them, which is a plus.”
- “The game cleverly disguises a good amount of ads for you to watch in order for you to progress.”
- “You literally cannot play for 30 uninterrupted seconds without several ads.”
- “The amount of ads is annoying, but other than that a solid game.”
humor
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its quirky and charming dialogue, with players enjoying the absurdity of word combinations and the funny responses from the creatures. Many reviews highlight the game's cute art style and the amusing interactions, making it a delightful experience that combines humor with engaging gameplay. Overall, the humor adds a unique and enjoyable layer to the game, appealing to those who appreciate a lighthearted and whimsical approach.
- “The words that you can feed the creatures don't always make sense (for example, one I was asked 'how do you feel?' and one of the options was 'tunnel'!) but I personally find this funny and I really enjoy this game!!”
- “It's oddly satisfying seeing what the words you pick turn the kotodummy into and their responses to the words you pick are pretty funny.”
- “The game is smart, funny, and cute with just a hint of oddness to really make it shine.”
graphics
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and charming pixel art style, reminiscent of classic games like Tamagotchi and Pokémon. Players appreciate the adorable character designs and engaging visuals, which contribute to the overall fun and aesthetic appeal of the game. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as glitches that hinder gameplay, despite the graphics being generally well-received.
- “Amazing graphics, cute characters, awesome gameplay, absolutely love it!”
- “I love the old-school pixelated art style, the super-cute characters, the quirky sense of humor... seriously, I can't possibly recommend this game enough.”
- “The pixel graphics are wonderful and so are the pets you create and collect.”
- “I honestly found this game to be aesthetic, it was everything I wanted, but now I can't even access it; everything is locked and nothing works.”
- “I wish the accessories, furniture, etc. were also done in pixel art style.”
- “Well, I'm not the cute aesthetic type of person, but that kind of changed.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as simple, smooth, and enjoyable, with a charming art style and cute characters that enhance the experience. While many players appreciate the relaxing and addictive nature of the mechanics, some express frustration with the frequency of ads disrupting gameplay and note that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the game is seen as fun and unique, with a balance of challenge and ease that keeps players engaged.
- “Adorable and funny, calming gameplay, just the right amount of sweetness.”
- “The gameplay is relaxing but somehow makes you so excited whenever you unlock a new character.”
- “Gameplay is simple and smooth, yet challenging enough to keep me interested.”
- “However, very repetitive gameplay with no change up whatsoever.”
- “I do understand the need for ads, but with such static gameplay this app is not for me.”
- “A bit disruptive with the ads randomly popping up throughout gameplay.”
emotional
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players describing it as heartwarming, cute, and wholesome. Many users express a deep emotional attachment to the creatures they raise, highlighting the game's ability to evoke feelings of joy and comfort through its charming dialogue and uplifting messages. Overall, it is seen as a healing experience that brings smiles and emotional fulfillment.
- “So heartwarming! I love this game so much. My kotodama make me happy by saying positive stuff, and I cried when one of my kotodama said, 'I love someone as resilient as you,' and the other said, 'You're amazing; I don't understand why people can't notice that.' That was the first time someone has said that to me in a while. I love this game and would highly recommend it.”
- “It's healing and heartwarming at the same time.”
- “I had no idea this game could be so emotional! Ahhh, my babies!”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the cheerful and warm soundtracks, although some express a desire for longer music tracks and improved sound balance. Overall, the combination of cute graphics and enjoyable music contributes to a delightful atmosphere.
- “The music soundtrack is really cool!”
- “So relaxing and cute, I love the concept, music, and art.”
- “The background music is really pleasant and the whole process of playing is quite enjoyable.”
- “My hand keeps on getting tired of tapping and swiping, and I was tired of the music.”
- “Wish that they made the game have longer music and easier ways to gain experience.”
- “Great app, I give it 5 stars; there's no problem detected yet. It's great to play with, but please try updating the sound and music; it's a bit too high-pitched.”
character development
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highlighted by its unique and cute character designs, which players find appealing and enjoyable. However, some users express frustration with the slow evolution process of characters, making it difficult to track their development over time. Overall, the dialogue and artistic style contribute positively to the game's charm, though the mechanics of character progression could be improved for better engagement.
- “I really enjoy the character designs and appreciate the number of choices you can make!”
- “I love the style, the cute character design, and just how everything in this game works in general like the evolving!”
- “The dialogue is cute and the character design is adorable.”
- “It takes forever to evolve one Koto dummy, and I forget what words I fed them four days ago, so it's impossible to follow the character development.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent bugs, screen freezes, and crashes that hinder gameplay. Users report constant lag and the need to repeatedly exit and re-enter the app, making it frustrating despite its appealing visuals and fun concept. Overall, the stability problems detract heavily from the gaming experience.
- “It's buggy and sometimes I can't even play for more than a few seconds before the screen freezes, and then I have to keep entering and exiting the app until it works again.”
- “The concept is fun and the visuals are cute and artsy; aside from that, I have an issue: I quit the game, and tried to open it again but it doesn't open on my room, instead it opens on a glitched screen that I'm unable to play from.”
- “Constantly lags and freezes up, phone-stopping ads every single time you accomplish anything, and expansion/progression relies very heavily on premium paid currency.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, especially at higher levels where evolving and collecting items becomes time-consuming. While some enjoy the challenge and continue to play despite the grind, others express frustration over the repetitive nature of farming for rare items and the slow progression. Overall, the grinding can detract from the experience, but it doesn't completely overshadow the enjoyment of the game.
- “It sucks because it takes very long to evolve once past rank 20, all of that farming to get the same kotokodummies again.”
- “Makes it tedious to use.”
- “Overall - a silly game, gets a bit tedious to collect hearts in higher levels, but I'm enjoying it so far.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant optimization issues, particularly due to poorly implemented ads that disrupt gameplay and include a mandatory ad break, leading to frustration with the overall performance of the game.
- “However, it's packed with poorly optimized ads that have numerous issues, including a forced ad break.”
- “I'm tired of optimization issues.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability due to its extensive variety of furniture options and accessories, allowing players to create diverse experiences in each playthrough.
- “The game has a lot of replayability with numerous furniture options and accessories.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices available.”
- “The different strategies and paths you can take make you want to dive back in for more.”