KRAKEN

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KRAKEN is a single player action game. It was developed by NAKATOMI and was released on October 23, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Take control of the mighty Kraken and wreak havoc on the seven seas! Plunge to the depths of your humanity as you smash through history’s greatest nautical empires.

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Single-Player

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63%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

The game features great graphics and smooth performance, making it visually appealing.
It provides a fun and unique gameplay experience, especially for kids, with engaging mechanics like swimming and tentacle physics.
It's a good workout and offers a satisfying sense of power when smashing ships.

The gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, leading to boredom after a short time.
There are issues with movement controls that can be uncomfortable and may cause nausea.
The game is very short and lacks depth, making it feel like it should be free-to-play.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the satisfying whip mechanics and the engaging use of water, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth, leading to a short-lived fun experience.
- “The whip mechanics are satisfying and provide a good workout.”
- “I love how the use of water affects gameplay.”
- “Boring, repetitive gameplay and juvenile humor. Pass.”
- “Isn't satisfying to smash things and do anything. Good concept, good graphics, but bad gameplay. Fun for about 2 minutes.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised as nice and excellent, contributing positively to the overall aesthetic of the game. However, some users feel that despite the appealing visuals, the gameplay does not live up to expectations, leading to a mixed experience.
- “Great graphics with excellent music and audio.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game enjoyable and fun, contributing to its replayability, despite some concerns about its length.
- “It might be a bit short, but it's fun and highly replayable.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple paths and endings, I find myself coming back for more every time.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with users noting that it complements the excellent graphics and overall audio experience, enhancing the gameplay.
- “The music in this game is absolutely fantastic, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly well-composed and fits perfectly with the game's atmosphere.”
- “The audio design, including the music, is top-notch and really immerses you in the gameplay.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game is engaging and immersive, with players appreciating its depth and character development. Many users highlight the narrative's ability to draw them into the experience, making it a standout feature of the game. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a strong point that enhances the overall gameplay.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is praised for delivering excellent performance, particularly on a 1080 graphics card, while the tentacle physics add an enjoyable and engaging element to the gameplay.
- “The tentacle physics are fun to learn, and the performance was excellent on a 1080.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is often criticized as juvenile and fails to elevate the otherwise boring and repetitive gameplay, leading to a lack of engagement for players.