One Eyed Kutkh

About

"One Eyed Kutkh" is a captivating space adventure game inspired by Northern folklore, where a castaway must deceive the Sun and Moon to continue his journey. With its unique art style and immersive atmosphere, the game features exploration, simple puzzles, and two playable characters. The narrative is conveyed through action, offering a distinct blend of video game, theatrical performance, and animated film. The true challenge lies in experiencing the world through the eyes of the heroes.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

72%

Audience ScoreBased on 57 reviews

story11 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features a charming visual style and soothing music, creating a relaxing atmosphere.
It's a simple and child-friendly story that can be enjoyed by younger audiences, making it suitable for family play.
The game is easy to complete, allowing players to achieve 100% in a short amount of time.

The gameplay is extremely short and slow-paced, with many animations dragging on, which can test players' patience.
There are no real puzzles or meaningful choices, making the experience feel linear and unengaging.
The lack of dialogue or written instructions can lead to confusion, making the game less intuitive for some players.

story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally described as simple, straightforward, and child-friendly, lacking significant plot twists or depth, which may appeal to younger audiences but leaves some adult players wanting more. While the game features charming visuals and a soothing soundtrack, the narrative is often seen as bland and short, with some players appreciating its folklore roots but others finding the gameplay frustratingly slow. Overall, it offers a calming, interactive experience that may be enjoyable for those seeking a light, aesthetic story rather than a complex narrative.
- “A delightful little game with an appealing visual style that tells a story rooted in folklore.”
- “The game has an interesting graphical style and tells the story of a culture hero saving his society from the imminent danger of the sun and the moon's disappearance.”
- “This is a beautiful, unique sensory experience which will make you familiar with a complete alien mythology, and a craving for knowing more, with an amazingly soothing soundtrack and great storytelling sensibility.”
- “The story is extremely simple and childish; there are no plot twists, no options, everything is super straightforward.”
- “However, there isn't much in the story, especially since the game is very short.”
- “It's not a bad game, but the story is very bland and the gameplay is just too slow.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its soothing and beautiful qualities, enhancing the overall ambiance and experience. While some players found the soundtrack memorable and charming, others felt it was overshadowed by the game's shortcomings. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's aesthetic, making it suitable for a wide audience, including children.
- “The visual style is lovely, the animations and sounds are charming, the soundtrack is soothing and beautiful, and the simple story unfolds with character.”
- “This is a beautiful, unique sensory experience which will make you familiar with a complete alien mythology, and a craving for knowing more, with an amazingly soothing soundtrack and a great storytelling sensibility.”
- “The vivid colors, soothing background music, and cute voice acting add up to a beautiful game suitable for children.”
- “While the game has an appealing visual style and alright space-themed music, the wordless aspect of it and the shortness of the game doesn't make it all that interesting.”
- “The music is relaxing, but it lacks variety and depth.”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the overall experience of the game.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
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The graphics of the game are generally described as cute and interesting, featuring a unique and ethnographic art style that some players find charming, while others feel it lacks depth. While the visuals are often praised for their aesthetic appeal and ability to convey the story, opinions are mixed regarding their overall impact on the gameplay experience. Despite the appealing graphics, some reviewers express disappointment that they do not elevate the game beyond its simplistic mechanics and narrative.
- “The graphics are lovely.”
- “The game has an interesting graphical style and tells the story of a culture hero saving his society from an imminent danger of the sun and the moon's disappearance.”
- “Features a striking ethnographic art style, nice music, and simple puzzles to solve.”
- “A 100% defanged walking simulator that poses as a short adventure for little children and doesn't realize that children and primitive abstract art style don't get along.”
- “Their art style is unique, but I wasn't charmed by it nor by the characters of the game.”
- “The art style is mostly just the paintbrush tool in Photoshop, but there's just something so cute about it!”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and slow pacing, often described as frustratingly unintuitive and lacking polish. While the art style and music are praised, many players find the mechanics basic and the overall experience not engaging enough to sustain interest. Despite its charming elements, the gameplay tends to feel limited and can detract from the enjoyment of the story.
- “The game launches right into gameplay with no main menu.”
- “The art style of this game is cute, the gameplay is simple, and I enjoyed the story very much.”
- “Nice game with a simple storyline and simple gameplay.”
- “Great music, art, and sound direction, but the gameplay is basically nothing and didn't make me want to keep going.”
- “'One Eyed Kutkh' is a charming enough game, but mechanically it's not exactly polished and it can suffer from slow pacing that you can't speed up or skip.”
- “It's not a bad game, but the story is very bland and the gameplay is just too slow.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and exasperating, with some specifically noting that it does not contribute to meaningful achievements.
- “I found it tedious and exasperating.”
- “[b]Grindy achievement:[/b] no.”