Incubo

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Incubo is a single player action game. It was developed by inngamezstudio and was released on January 31, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

"Incubo" is a horror-filled game where a boy navigates through a nightmarish world, filled with memory fragments and confusion. The game features intense and exciting gameplay, challenging puzzles, and a variety of famous ghosts from around the world that the player must evade. The game culminates in an unexpected ending, leaving players questioning if everything is truly over.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews

story14 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features a unique and interesting story with a creepy atmosphere and good art style.
Puzzles are entertaining and provide a mix of challenge, with some moments that evoke a sense of surprise.
The game is relatively inexpensive and offers a decent experience for fans of horror puzzle platformers.

The platforming mechanics can be frustrating, requiring precise timing and often leading to repeated deaths.
Controls are reported to be unresponsive and can hinder gameplay, making certain sections nearly impossible to complete.
The game may feel short and lacks depth in some areas, leaving players wanting more content.

story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its engaging narrative, interesting characters, and unique twists, complemented by a captivating atmosphere and art style. Players appreciate the integration of puzzles within the storyline, although some find the plot a bit confusing, particularly due to cultural nuances in translation. Overall, it is recommended for those who enjoy well-crafted stories in puzzle-solving games.
- “The story is interesting, and you'll enjoy the art, the atmosphere, the animation, and not the main thing, that is, playing the game.”
- “It was a fantastic twist on what I thought was going on with the story, and made for a wonderful climax.”
- “I quite enjoy playing the game, and the storyline is quite interesting, and the ghost is so funny.”
- “Even though the story was a bit confusing!”
- “Finally, the story and characters might be a bit obscure as I'm American and the game appears to be a translation, so I felt as though I'm missing the lore.”
- “Sorry if this opening was not good, this game has a story that you have to see firsthand.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it simplistic and untested, leading to a lack of enjoyment. While there are elements of puzzle-solving and new experiences that keep some engaged, others criticize the sluggish movement, frustrating trial-and-error mechanics, and overly easy platforming. Overall, many recommend watching gameplay videos instead of playing.
- “The gameplay is simplistic, but the game keeps giving you something new to keep you going for more.”
- “Awesome gameplay with puzzles, get 3D for Incubo 2!”
- “Although the setting of this game is interesting, I cannot recommend the game to anyone, since the gameplay is not enjoyable.”
- “This trial and error gameplay is made all the worse by the sluggish movement and patchy checkpoints which require you to play sections of the game over and over.”
- “Next off, the platforming, which is the bulk of the gameplay, is incredibly easy.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its effective blend of creepy elements and a cute art style, creating a unique tension that keeps players on edge. Reviewers appreciate the engaging storyline, art, and background music, which collectively enhance the overall experience, even if gameplay itself may not be the main draw.
- “The game has a good creepy atmosphere that helps put you on edge.”
- “And the creepy atmosphere is really on point, despite the 'cute' art style.”
- “I really enjoyed the mix of the horror atmosphere with the cartoon style.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their gorgeous and interesting art style, which blends cute elements with a creepy atmosphere, effectively enhancing the game's horror aspects. However, some reviewers note that the repetition in visuals can diminish the tension that the graphics initially create. Overall, the art style is a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's aesthetic appeal.
- “The art/graphics style is very good; it can be kind of cute but still messed up with some very good moments in it.”
- “And the creepy atmosphere is really on point, despite the 'cute' art style.”
- “First and foremost, the art style is absolutely gorgeous.”
- “This is death to a horror game, as the repetition kills any tension built by the visuals and sound effects.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke laughter, particularly during character deaths, which adds a comedic twist to the horror theme. Players find the storyline engaging and appreciate the amusing portrayal of the ghost, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “Instead of horror, this made me laugh out loud every time the character died.”
- “I quite enjoy playing the game, and the storyline is quite interesting; the ghost is so funny.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game, particularly during the first boss fight, to be somewhat tedious, suggesting that those who struggle may benefit from watching a walkthrough for assistance.
- “The first boss fight may turn out a bit tedious, though, so if you are stuck, watch a walkthrough.”