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Kowi Ishto: Battle of Akonoli

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22%Game Brain Score
humor
graphics, music
36% User Score Based on 11 reviews

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Kowi Ishto: Battle of Akonoli is a single player and multiplayer arcade shooter game with fantasy and science fiction themes. It was developed by Cenokga and was released on May 31, 2020. It received negative reviews from players.

Kowi Ishto: Battle of Akonoli is an 16-bit inspired, Action Packed, Arcade Style, Space Shooter.

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36%
Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews
humor2 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game has a simple retro aesthetic that some players find charming, reminiscent of classic titles like Galaga.
  • It features multiplayer options, adding to the fun and engagement for players looking for a nostalgic experience.
  • The developer has made efforts to update the game following initial negative feedback, showing a willingness to improve.
  • The graphics are poorly executed, with inconsistent sprite sizes and a lack of authenticity, leading to a visually unappealing experience.
  • Gameplay is riddled with issues, including broken achievements and frequent crashes, making it frustrating to play.
  • The developer has been reported to threaten critics with legal action, raising concerns about their professionalism and response to feedback.
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "kowi ishto: battle of akonoli" are widely criticized as amateurish and poorly executed, featuring inconsistent pixel sizes and subpar sprite art that detracts from the overall experience. Many reviewers feel that the lack of quality in the visuals undermines the game's potential, drawing unfavorable comparisons to other successful titles with similar styles.

    • “Kowi Ishto: Battle of Akonoli is a laughably bad, amateurish attempt to make a bullet hell/shoot 'em up, with pixel graphics so poor that they don't even look authentic. Some sprites are larger than others, which breaks the authenticity as the pixels aren't matched in size.”
    • “This features really godawful pixel art instead of real graphics.”
    • “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received criticism for being overly loud and difficult to adjust through the in-game options, leading some players to resort to external software to manage sound levels. Additionally, there are complaints about the developer's request for a donation for a soundtrack that is already included in the game, which some users perceive as exploitative. Overall, the music experience has been described as frustrating and poorly implemented.

    • “It's important to note that at least 15 of those minutes were spent just trying to get the game started and then turning down the outrageously loud default sounds and music.”
    • “In the end, I had to turn down the game sounds and music via my recording software as nothing I tried worked to actually turn the music and sound down from within the game options.”
    • “Furthermore, the developer has their hand out for an $8 USD 'donation' for this as you're expected to give them money for soundtrack DLC (that's already in the game) from Steam to 'support' the 'developer'... digital panhandling.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as simple and humorous, making it enjoyable, especially given its free price point; however, some players find it lackluster and repetitive, suggesting that it lacks depth and could benefit from a more engaging narrative. Overall, while the developer has invested significant effort into the story, it may not meet the expectations of all players.

    • “It has humor to it, which is nice; a simple story doesn't have to be overly complicated.”
    • “With the game being free, I definitely say that it's worth checking out. The dev clearly put lots and lots of time into development, and there's an actual story.”
    • “With the game being free, I definitely say that it's worth checking out, but otherwise, I don't know. It feels lackluster, so giving it a price point, I'd say $2.99 at most would have been okay as the dev clearly put lots and lots of time into development and there's an actual story.”
    • “Font is difficult to read, controls are not adjustable, F12/screenshot does not work, bland repetitive game without a decent story.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized as "hilariously bad," adding a charming quality to its simple storyline. Players appreciate the lightheartedness, suggesting that a straightforward narrative can still be enjoyable when infused with comedic elements.

    • “It has humor to it, which is nice; a simple story doesn't have to be overly complicated.”
    • “Hilariously bad.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is criticized for its poor controls and simplistic mechanics, leading to a monotonous experience that quickly becomes tedious and unenjoyable.

    • “Horrid controls, lackluster and brainless gameplay that turns incredibly boring within 60 seconds and would make this game a waste of time even if it were free to play.”
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Kowi Ishto: Battle of Akonoli is a arcade shooter game with fantasy and science fiction themes.

Kowi Ishto: Battle of Akonoli is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Kowi Ishto: Battle of Akonoli.

Kowi Ishto: Battle of Akonoli was released on May 31, 2020.

Kowi Ishto: Battle of Akonoli was developed by Cenokga.

Kowi Ishto: Battle of Akonoli has received negative reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its graphics.

Kowi Ishto: Battle of Akonoli is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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