Odium

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Odium is a single player action game. It was developed by Odium team and was released on October 21, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Odium is a fast paced Action Roguelike where you follow Chris's life as a bullied child, in a subtle and parodic interpretation of his subconscious release of anger and frustration from his life inside his dreams.

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Single-Player

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

story3 positive mentions

The game features smooth gameplay mechanics and visually appealing graphics with a vibrant art style.
There is a good balance between story and gameplay, providing replayability through varied and fun abilities.
The sound design, including music and sound effects, enhances the overall experience, making it enjoyable and engaging.

The game has paywalled achievements, which many players find frustrating and gamer-hostile.
Graphics are considered mediocre by some, which may deter potential players despite the game being free.
The story lacks immersion and could benefit from voice acting to enhance the narrative experience.

story
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The story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its presence and balance with gameplay mechanics, though some feel it lacks immersion and could benefit from voice acting to enhance the experience.
- “I truly enjoyed the story; even though it wasn't very immersive, it is there, and the gameplay and mechanics are nicely executed and very smooth!”
- “There's a nice balance between the story and the theme of the gameplay.”
- “The story is present but could be more immersive with voice acting.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics and art style of the game are described as polished and complete, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some users find the visuals mediocre, which may deter potential players and impact the game's appeal despite its free-to-play model.
- “The art style and graphics feel polished, and the selection of abilities is very comprehensive!”
- “The art style and graphics feel polished, and the selection of abilities is very comprehensive!”
- “This has some really mediocre looking graphics that will understandably be a turn off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract gamers despite having no up-front cost.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received positive feedback for its awesome sound design and effective ambiance, particularly highlighting a memorable solo at the end. However, some players find it slightly distracting, although it can be turned off to suit personal preferences.
- “Music and sound design is awesome, loved the ambience and the solo at the end!”
- “Love the music”
- “My only criticism is that, while the music can be turned off, I find it a bit distracting.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of relatable references, such as the portrayal of "Karens," and clever integration of psychological elements, which adds depth to the comedic experience. Players find the varied abilities not only entertaining but also amusing, contributing to an overall lighthearted tone.
- “Karens are kind of annoying to be honest, but it's a funny reference.”
- “Abilities are varied and cool/funny.”
- “Humor + psychology = :D”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Despite its short length, the game offers significant replayability thanks to its well-designed abilities, encouraging players to revisit and experiment with different strategies.
- “The game is quite short, but there is a lot of replayability value due to the design of the abilities.”
- “Each playthrough offers new strategies and experiences, making you want to dive back in.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the game fresh, encouraging multiple runs.”
- “The game is quite short, and while it has some replayability value due to the design of the abilities, it ultimately feels lacking.”
- “After completing the game once, I found little incentive to play again; the lack of meaningful choices really diminishes replayability.”
- “Despite the initial fun, the game quickly loses its charm on subsequent playthroughs, making replayability a major issue.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received, with smooth mechanics and enjoyable execution, though some players desire improvements in punch movement and hit box size for a more impactful experience.
- “I truly enjoyed the story (even though not very immersive, but it is there) and the gameplay and mechanics are nicely executed and very smooth!”
- “The game feels very nice; the mechanics are mostly on point. I would wish the punches had a little bit more forward movement and slightly bigger hitboxes, maybe?”