Nakawak

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Nakawak is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Anxious Neck Games and was released on October 11, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

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

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Single-Player

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

music2 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

Charming old-school retro Metroidvania with nostalgic 8-bit style and atmosphere.
Good controls and enjoyable boss fights that add energy to the gameplay.
Short and accessible game with regular save points, suitable as a gateway title for newcomers.

Very short game length that may feel too brief or condensed for some players.
Gameplay can feel tedious due to forced backtracking and wait-based difficulty rather than skill.
Lacks clear tutorial or guidance at the start, potentially confusing new players.

music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music is noted for its atonal and dissonant, Metroid-like style that effectively creates a moody atmosphere and enhances the game's setting.
- “The soundtrack is very Metroid-like, in that it's atonal, dissonant, and yet very moody, helping to enhance the setting.”
- “Good controls, graphics, and music.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have a unique charm that may not appeal to everyone but are generally well-received. Overall, users find the visuals satisfactory and complemented by good controls and music.
- “The graphics have their own kind of charm; I’m not a fan, but they are not bad.”
- “Good controls, graphics and music.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is thoughtfully designed and engaging, with well-executed controls that enhance the overall experience.
- “They have been well thought out and really energize the gameplay.”
- “This is continued with the gameplay controls.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is enhanced by effective beeps and bleeps that set the mood, but their repetitiveness can become annoying over time.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game is seen as tedious and unenjoyable, feeling more like an obstacle requiring patience rather than an engaging challenge.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users appreciate that the game offers opportunities for replayability, allowing them to enjoy multiple playthroughs.