Kujlevka
- April 6, 2023
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Get on SteamIn "Kujlevka," set in 1992 Russia, a flying saucer crashes into the local chairman's house, making the village a hub for science, exploration, and the supernatural. As the headmaster of the collective farm, you must screen visitors to the UFO, as the aliens observe humanity. This game offers a unique take on alien encounters, requiring you to learn about the extraterrestrial beings before they study you.
PC
Linux
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and engaging story with rich themes and interesting mechanics, making it a hidden gem in the indie scene.
- It features a captivating atmosphere and a top-notch soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Players appreciate the choice-consequence system, allowing for multiple endings and encouraging replayability.
- The game suffers from technical issues, particularly with the Linux version crashing and save-sharing problems on Windows under Proton.
- Some players find the writing to be overly philosophical and repetitive, with certain themes being too on-the-nose.
- The game may not resonate with those unfamiliar with post-Soviet history, leading to a lack of understanding of some references.
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with reviewers noting that the soundtrack is exceptional and enhances the overall experience. Many express a desire for the soundtrack to be available as a premium item, highlighting its quality and appeal.
“And that soundtrack is top notch.”
“The music slaps.”
“Great visual and sound design, and I really want to have a soundtrack as a premium item!”
- story3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its rich and original story, focusing on player choices and their consequences, rather than action elements. Many users consider it a hidden gem, highlighting its interesting mechanics that enhance the narrative experience.
“The game has no action component, focusing solely on the story and the consequences of the player's decisions.”
“A hidden gem with a rich story and interesting mechanics.”
“A good, original story-rich game that emphasizes player choices.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone in the game.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive post-Soviet depression style, creating an enjoyable environment that players find perfect for extended play sessions.
“Very nice atmosphere to play for an evening or two.”
“It has a very atmospheric post-Soviet depression style and is just enjoyable to walk through.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a unique blend of abstract and philosophical themes interspersed with memes, creating a juxtaposition that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. Reviewers find this combination to be very funny, despite the serious undertones.
“It's a weird mixture of abstract, philosophical topics, combined with some memes and humor while at the same time trying to be serious.”
“Very funny!”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay features limited traditional mechanics but offers a wealth of decision-making opportunities that significantly impact the story's outcome, enhancing its replayability. Players appreciate the rich narrative and unique mechanics, labeling it a hidden gem.
“Not much gameplay, but there seems to be quite a lot of decisions you can make to alter the ending, which is cool.”
“Hidden gem with a rich story and interesting mechanics.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“There are too many bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience, leading to frustration.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which makes the gameplay frustrating.”
