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 mostly 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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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic Metroid titles, with enjoyable controls and a charming retro aesthetic.
It's a short but entertaining Metroidvania that provides a decent amount of exploration and fun for its low price.
The boss fights are well-designed and add excitement to the gameplay, making the overall experience more engaging.

The game can feel overly simplistic and easy, which may disappoint veteran players looking for a challenge.
Backtracking can be tedious due to the lack of shortcuts and the need to revisit areas after acquiring upgrades.
The sound design, while atmospheric, can become repetitive and annoying over time.

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 leave a lasting impression.”
graphics
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The graphics are noted for their unique charm, with some users expressing mixed feelings; while not universally appealing, they are generally considered acceptable and complement the game's good controls and music.
- “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 significantly enhances the overall experience, and the controls are noted for their effectiveness in maintaining player engagement.
- “They have been well thought out and really energize the gameplay.”
- “This is continued with the gameplay controls.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its beeps and bleeps, which effectively contribute to the mood; however, many players find these sound effects to be repetitive and ultimately irritating.
- “The beeps and bleeps are good for creating a mood and atmosphere, but they are ultimately repetitive and annoying to endure.”
grinding
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Players find grinding to be a tedious and frustrating experience, often likening it to an obstacle that requires excessive patience rather than enjoyment.
- “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.”
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.”