Kuchisake Onna

About

In "Kuchisake Onna," you awaken with amnesia in a mysterious location filled with strange noises and supernatural phenomena. The game features an atmospheric environment, intelligent enemy AI, and a compelling story told in proper English. With puzzles that "make sense" and no cheap jump scares, the gameplay lasts approximately 30 minutes and is not based on the urban legend, but instead uses the Kuchisake Onna spirit as the enemy.

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Play Modes

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

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

The game offers a few heart-pounding moments and is easy to pick up, making it accessible for players.
For its low price, the game provides a decent amount of entertainment and some enjoyable puzzles.
The atmosphere is dark and intense, with effective music that enhances the horror experience.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, including poor AI behavior and frustrating navigation issues.
Gameplay is repetitive and uninspired, with a lack of engaging storytelling and poorly designed puzzles.
The game is very short, lasting around 30 minutes, which may leave players wanting more substance.

story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews; some players find it lacking in immersion and creativity, describing it as a boring plot about immortality with unengaging notes. In contrast, others appreciate the folklore elements and find the narrative easy to follow, suggesting that the experience improves for those who engage with the game's written content. Overall, while some enjoy the story, many feel it falls short in depth and originality.
- “Very good game about the folklore story.”
- “And the story was easy to follow!”
- “This game has an interesting story and the enemy AI is decent; the game depends on whether or not you read the notes, but it is still very enjoyable.”
- “Back to the lack of immersion, I've found that the puzzles beforehand being so poor contributed to that, but so did the notes describing a boring plot about obtaining immortality that had absolutely no narrative hook or personality.”
- “Super short (30 minutes) with repetitive gameplay and extremely unimaginative storytelling notes.”
- “This game has an interesting story and the enemy AI is decent, but the game depends on whether or not you read the notes; it is still very enjoyable.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its smooth mechanics and dark, intense atmosphere, though it suffers from a short duration and repetitive elements. While some players find it thrilling and immersive, others criticize the unimaginative storytelling. Overall, it offers a mix of engaging experiences and notable flaws.
- “Gameplay is easy and smooth, the atmosphere is dark and intense, and the monster design is perfect.”
- “This is the best game I have ever played in my life. In the first 10 minutes of gameplay, I was completely immersed. 10/10.”
- “Super short (30 minutes) with repetitive gameplay and extremely unimaginative storytelling.”
- “Gameplay mechanics are well done.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users describing them as bad or unexceptional, while others praised them as incredible and a strong point of the game. Overall, the visual quality appears to vary significantly among players' experiences.
- “Graphics are incredible!”
- “Graphics are great, gameplay is solid.”
- “The graphics are subpar and lack detail.”
- “The visual quality is disappointing and feels outdated.”
- “The character models look rough and the environments are bland.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music, particularly from the light containment zone, is highlighted as a standout feature, with some users noting its impressive volume and impact, even humorously claiming it could cure deafness in pets.
- “The best part was the music from the light containment zone.”
- “The music is so loud upon opening the game that it cured my dog's deafness.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely derived from its numerous bugs and amusing typos, which add an unexpected comedic element to the experience.
- “There are a lot of bugs, though, and quite a few funny typos.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is characterized as dark and intense, effectively enhancing the gameplay experience, while the presence of the monster adds to the overall tension and immersion.
- “The atmosphere is dark and intense, perfectly complementing the gameplay.”
- “The game's atmosphere immerses you in a haunting world that keeps you on edge.”
- “Every sound and visual detail contributes to an atmosphere that is both eerie and captivating.”