nekowater

About nekowater

nekowater is a single player casual platformer game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Lu and was released on November 21, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

◆ Story You are a cat. Once, you lived in a place where small houses lined the shore, facing the advancing sea level rise. One day, a big wave swept away various things, and many were lost. This place may be just a memory, a place of memories. The witch, looking bored, waits for the cat's return. ◆ Game Introduction "Nekowater" is an adventure game where you explore the map, interact wi…

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83%Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Unique concept of playing as a cat in a flooded post-apocalyptic world with a cozy and wholesome atmosphere.
Cute art style and charming aesthetic paired with vibey music and neat camera work in cutscenes.
Unusual storytelling technique and a minimalist, quick-play experience appealing to fans of the developer's style.

Controls are often described as rough, awkward, or horrendous, making navigation and camera handling frustrating.
Exploration can be confusing due to messy map layout, disorienting camera jumps, and unclear event triggers.
The game is very short with minimal dialogue and content, ending abruptly and leaving the story vague and unsatisfying.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions
The story is unusual and minimalist, featuring a unique storytelling technique that can be intriguing but also confusing and fragmented, with key details difficult to piece together. Despite the rough translation and some obscured elements, it offers a cozy atmosphere and invites players to explore further through unlockable scenes.
- “This cozy minimalist title boasts an unusual storytelling technique—definitely lu's forte in the medium.”
- “It's a cozy minimalist game with an unusual storytelling technique, which is lu's forte in the medium.”
- “The storyline seems to obscure itself even further because there are still scenes and dialogue to unlock once you've unlocked all achievements.”
- “If you can accept that the game is a little unoptimized (it stuttered for me at times), the graphics are poor, the story is strange and confusing, and the game is short - you might just find something interesting enough to make you check out the developer's other games.”
- “There's some sort of story though it's nearly impossible to piece together beyond 'the world is now flooded in most places.'”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The atmosphere is generally well-crafted and immersive, creating a compelling sense of unease through subtle references and minimalistic elements. Despite its simplicity, the game effectively builds a tense and intriguing mood.
- “Overall, the atmosphere can be pretty nice in this one, although it can feel a bit uneasy as everyone keeps referring to something that happened.”
- “I'm always impressed by how little something has to have in order to have atmosphere.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The graphics feature an adorable art style, though the game suffers from occasional stuttering due to optimization issues. Despite some performance drawbacks, the visuals are generally well-received.
- “If you can accept that the game is a little unoptimized (it stuttered for me at times), the graphics are beautiful, the story is strange and confusing, and the game is short - you might just find something interesting enough to make you check out the developer's other games.”
- “The art and aesthetic are adorable.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be wholesome, highlighting its heartfelt and positive impact.
- “This is one of the more wholesome LGBTQ+ games.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The gameplay offers a fresh change of pace and style compared to other Lu games, featuring a less straightforward and more engaging experience.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game suffers from occasional stuttering and overall poor optimization, which may affect the experience for some players. However, those tolerant of these issues might still find it worth exploring.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The music is praised for its strong, immersive vibe that enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.