May 16, 2025
Galla

Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo

Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo stands out with its papercraft-inspired art, looping time mechanic, and inventive quiz-style boss fights. Paired with heartfelt storytelling, it delivers a unique and emotional experience that’s definitely worth playing.

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99% User Score Based on 164 reviews

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Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Galla and was released on May 16, 2025. It received positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo follows Kulebra, a snake who wakes in the afterlife with no memory, exploring a vibrant Latin American-inspired world stuck in a repeating day. As Kulebra unravels Limbo's mystery, they encounter quirky characters, solve puzzles, and uncover their forgotten past in a heartfelt, colorful adventure blending humor and darkness.

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Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo features a charming papercraft art style and a vibrant world that enhances the emotional storytelling.
The game explores deep themes of grief and healing through well-crafted narratives, making players genuinely care for the characters and their journeys.
Innovative gameplay mechanics, such as quiz-style boss fights and a time loop system, keep the experience engaging and fresh.

Some puzzles can feel obtuse or frustrating, potentially disrupting the flow of the game.
The emotional storytelling, while impactful, may lead to a sense of repetitiveness in the gameplay loop over time.
The final chapter's gameplay shift to more stealth mechanics can feel out of place compared to the rest of the game.

story
137 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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56%
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The story of "Kulebra & the Souls of Limbo" is widely praised for its emotional depth, charming characters, and whimsical yet poignant exploration of themes like death and healing. Players appreciate the engaging narrative that combines humor with serious moments, although some feel certain story beats could have been more impactful or that the pacing suffers towards the end. Overall, the game is recommended for those who value rich storytelling and character development, with many noting its unique art style and clever writing as standout features.
- “A lovely game with a great story about death and existence.”
- “The dialogues in the full game continue to be clever and you genuinely care for the characters, which is incredible given how little time you have spent with them and how little they had to explain themselves to you to understand their whole life story.”
- “The story is so incredibly, utterly charming.”
- “But the story feels unfinished.”
- “There's a very pervasive feeling of rush at the last chapter, which affects the pacing of the story itself - you learn a lot of things that would be worthy exploring, but then the game just ends, like it was cut short.”
- “While the emotional storytelling is strong, the core gameplay loop (gathering clues, solving puzzles, boss dialogues) may feel repetitive after a while, especially without more mechanical evolution.”
graphics
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
37%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming, paper Mario-inspired art style, which features vibrant colors and unique character designs that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the lovingly crafted visuals and sound, noting that the aesthetics contribute significantly to the game's emotional storytelling and cozy atmosphere. Overall, the game's graphics are described as gorgeous and engaging, making it a standout in the indie game scene.
- “In terms of aesthetics, the visuals and sound are lovingly crafted and look amazing!”
- “The game is just so full of color: in its visuals, in its dialogue, in its characters, Kulebra is bursting with so much color that it makes the real world feel dim when you put it down.”
- “Not only is it one of the most beautiful games I've ever played (seriously, the visuals are drop-dead gorgeous, vibrant and fun, and the character designs are so unique and creative), but it is shockingly emotional.”
- “Despite what the game's art style might suggest (which strongly resembles Paper Mario), this is not an RPG.”
- “Kulabra visuals might make you think the storyline would be more simplistic than it seems.”
- “It's got all the hallmarks of that papercraft art style, right down to the corrugated texture on the edges of certain objects as if the whole world was made of cardboard.”
emotional
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its deeply emotional storytelling, featuring memorable characters and impactful themes of death, trauma, and healing. Many players report being moved to tears multiple times, highlighting the balance of heartfelt moments with whimsical dialogue and engaging gameplay. While some story beats may not resonate as strongly, the overall experience is described as a charming and cathartic emotional journey that is both touching and thought-provoking.
- “The characters were memorable and several story beats made me very emotional.”
- “It's emotionally affecting all the way through, not just in its main theme and plot but in the small interactions with a myriad of side characters and the implications of their lives and what your impact on them means.”
- “Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo is a deeply emotional and touching adventure.”
gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo" combines elements reminiscent of classic titles like "Paper Mario" and "Majora's Mask," featuring a mix of point-and-click mechanics, time-based puzzles, and engaging boss battles. While the gameplay is generally fun and accessible, some players find it simplistic and occasionally repetitive, particularly in its reliance on text and straightforward puzzles. Overall, the charming narrative and artistic visuals enhance the experience, making it appealing for those who appreciate story-driven games.
- “The gameplay is a blast!”
- “The side missions are fun to solve, the bosses all have different and fun mechanics (I especially love chapter 4’s), and without revealing too much, your last challenge will be quite thrilling, to say the least.”
- “The gameplay loop is simple but effective, rife with cute puzzles and tense encounters that will make you prove yourself as one of Limbo's bright souls.”
- “Having mentioned what I liked about the game, I want to make one thing clear: the first chapter can feel a bit tedious due to the day/afternoon/night cycle mechanic.”
- “As much as I love the game, it's definitely not without issues: the gameplay itself isn't the most complicated, being mostly comprised of pretty simple puzzles and game show-esque boss battles, amongst a couple other things.”
- “Some of the puzzles feel well-integrated and logical, while others seem obtuse or frustrating, potentially slowing down the pace and flow of the game. While the emotional storytelling is strong, the core gameplay loop (gathering clues, solving puzzles, boss dialogues) may feel repetitive after a while, especially without more mechanical evolution.”
music
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in this game is widely praised for its outstanding quality and emotional depth, enhancing the overall experience with a unique blend of cultural influences. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to capture the game's atmosphere, balancing moments of tension and tranquility, while also complementing the charming visuals and storytelling. Many consider the music a standout feature, making the game a must-buy for fans of immersive soundtracks.
- “The writing, art style, and soundtrack are all outstanding.”
- “Such a genuine mix of music from another culture that blends in so much to make each part of it stand out.”
- “The art style is so eye-catching and beautiful, the music captures the feelings of the setting masterfully, and the writing is incredible as well.”
- “Even times where the game is bold enough to not include any music/sound and letting the moments (or some light visuals) say everything.”
- “The music and the general storytelling is fantastic, and the game was a lot of fun to play!”
- “It has great characters, personally I really liked Krow; they always made me smile. The storytelling will take you on a journey through an emotional rollercoaster, and the colorful papercraft art style is an excellent fit for the mood of the game, as was the music with a few solid tracks that enhance the moment just right.”
humor
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The humor in "Kulebra" is widely praised for its witty dialogue and charming characters, effectively balancing heartfelt moments with genuine hilarity. Reviewers appreciate the game's ability to weave humor into the narrative, making the experience both engaging and enjoyable. However, some note that the timing of the humor can be inconsistent, though it generally contributes positively to the overall charm of the game.
- “I'm glad for this, because it makes the experience a charming, funny, heartfelt story.”
- “The dialogue is witty and humorous.”
- “From the moment you dive into the story, Kulebra pulls you in with its masterful balance of heartfelt, serious moments and genuinely hilarious dialogue.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development in the game is praised for its stunning visual design and emotional depth, particularly highlighting the unique and creative designs of characters like Kulebra, who stands out with his vibrant features and charming personality.
- “Not only is it one of the most beautiful games I've ever played (seriously, the visuals are drop-dead gorgeous, vibrant and fun, and the character designs are so unique and creative), but it is shockingly emotional.”
- “Kulebra himself is one of my favorite main character designs I've seen in a while: the glowing blue eyes, that big grin, and the colorful tail (which waggles adorably when he's eavesdropping on people).”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game somewhat tedious in the first chapter, primarily due to the day/afternoon/night cycle mechanic. However, they note that the experience improves significantly from chapter two onward, with puzzles providing helpful hints that encourage exploration rather than feeling monotonous.
- “The first chapter can feel a bit tedious due to the day/afternoon/night cycle mechanic.”
- “First chapter can feel a bit tedious, but it gets better from chapter two.”
- “The grinding aspect of the game can become repetitive and tiresome over time.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its stability, featuring polished mechanics that allow for smooth movements in a 2.5D environment, and it is reported to be nearly bug-free.
- “The game is polished with easy movements in a 2.5D world and is nearly bug-free.”
- “The stability of the game allows for seamless gameplay without interruptions.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game feels; it runs smoothly without any noticeable glitches.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its strong emotional impact, skillfully blending music and visuals to evoke tension and sadness. While the tone leans towards the dark, the beautiful art enhances the overall experience, creating a balanced and immersive environment.
- “I could talk about this game's art forever - the atmosphere and feeling of just the game alone is incredibly strong, and the developers are skilled at creating tension or sadness through music and visuals!”
- “The tone may seem dark, but the mixture of wonderful art and atmosphere really helps balance things out.”
optimization
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The game is praised for its excellent optimization, featuring quick environment loading and near flawless performance, particularly in its 2.5D design.
- “The game rarely struggled to load environments and is surprisingly one of the few games I’ve played with near flawless performance, especially within a 2.5D plane.”

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Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo is a action adventure game.

Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Steam Deck and others.

Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo was released on May 16, 2025.

Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo was developed by Galla.

Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo is a single player game.

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