Nakawak

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Nakawak is a handheld style Metroidvania. Explore! Power Up! Escape! This is a retro game displaced in time.

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Play Modes

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

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game offers a charming retro aesthetic reminiscent of classic Metroid titles, with good controls and a moody soundtrack.
It's a short but enjoyable experience, making it a great option for quick gaming sessions between larger titles.
The game is considered a good value for its price, providing fun gameplay and nostalgic vibes for fans of the Metroidvania genre.

The backtracking mechanics can be frustrating, as players may need to return to previous areas for upgrades with limited shortcuts.
Boss fights often feel simplistic and can be tedious, lacking the dynamic challenge found in other games of the genre.
The game may be too easy for veteran players, and the lack of a tutorial can leave newcomers feeling lost at the start.

music
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The music is characterized as metroid-like, featuring atonal and dissonant elements that create a moody atmosphere, effectively enhancing the game's setting. Overall, it is well-received alongside the game's controls and graphics.
- “Good controls, graphics, and music.”
- “The soundtrack is very Metroid-like, in that it's atonal, dissonant, and yet very moody, helping to enhance the setting.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the overall music composition is forgettable and doesn't add much to the experience.”
graphics
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The graphics are noted for their unique charm, appealing to some players despite not being universally praised. Overall, they are considered decent and complement the good controls and music of the game.
- “The graphics have their own kind of charm.”
- “Good controls, graphics, and music.”
- “The graphics have their own kind of charm; I'm not a fan, but they are not bad.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its thoughtful design, which enhances the overall experience and keeps players engaged, complemented by responsive and well-implemented controls.
- “They have been well thought out and really energize the gameplay.”
- “This is continued with the gameplay controls.”
grinding
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Players find the grinding aspect of boss fights to be tedious and frustrating, often requiring more patience than they possess, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “That’s not a fun boss fight… that’s just a tedious obstacle that I have to get through with patience… I’m not patient.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
replayability
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Reviewers highlight that the game offers significant replayability, providing players with opportunities to revisit and experience different outcomes or strategies.
- “The final positive that I would like to touch on is that the game has great room for replayability.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”