Pricolage: Idolized

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Pricolage: Idolized is a single player puzzle game with drama, mystery and anime themes. It was developed by HIJIKI and was released on February 19, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

story12 positive mentions

The game features a unique premise and interesting mechanics, particularly in its exploration of the idol industry and cyberstalking.
The art style and design are appealing, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience.
Despite its short length, the game offers a fun and casual gameplay experience with multiple endings that can be intriguing.

The game suffers from significant playability issues, including soft locks and vague hints that can lead to frustrating gameplay.
Many players found the story rushed and lacking depth, with plot twists that felt unearned or out of place.
The game is considered overpriced for its short duration and limited content, leading to recommendations to purchase it only during sales.

story
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The story has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its intriguing premise and plot twists, particularly in the context of the cutthroat world of Korean idol singers. However, several critiques highlight that the narrative feels rushed, lacking depth and sufficient exploration of key elements, leading to a disappointing conclusion for some. Overall, while the art and aesthetic are praised, the execution of the story leaves room for improvement, with many feeling it doesn't fully utilize its potential.
- “I liked the setting and story; it left me wondering why there aren't more stories set in the cutthroat world of Korean idol singers!”
- “Enthralling story and charming characters.”
- “Super interesting story, got me hooked in the demo!”
- “The plot twists and explanations kind of came out of nowhere, nor was the premise explored enough.”
- “Story was short and sweet, but there were a lot of elements that seemed to fall short on what it could have been.”
- “However, in my opinion, the game doesn't really use its entire potential: it has great production and concept, but the execution is rather lacking in terms of story depth and the resulting length, because once the mystery starts getting revealed, the rest of the game becomes quite rushed and plenty of important background information doesn't even get addressed.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is described as simplistic yet enjoyable, featuring a casual detective theme centered around cyberstalking and doxxing, which some players found interesting. While the mechanics have potential and the point-and-click style is appreciated, many reviewers noted a lack of variety and depth, suggesting that the game is better suited for purchase on sale due to its short duration and limited gameplay options. Overall, it offers a fun experience with a charming aesthetic, but could benefit from additional features.
- “Overall it's really fun, I love the cute art and aesthetic, the story is interesting, the gameplay is fun too and there's a nice amount of endings.”
- “It's a neat little game with interesting mechanics; you probably want to pick it up on sale.”
- “Very point-and-click style gameplay (which I love, personally), and it's not super long but that makes it easier to get all the endings in my opinion.”
- “The gameplay is about cyberstalking the idol, doxxing her and some internet users thanks to the digital footprint of everyone.”
- “I also believe that there could've been more variety in the gameplay, such as being able to use more digital functions.”
- “And I think that the game is just missing some mechanics like maybe hacking and such stuff.”
music
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The music in the game received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its ability to enhance the mood, while others found it unremarkable and lacking memorability. Overall, the soundtrack is described as calming yet effective in building tension, earning an average rating of around 6/10.
- “The soundtrack was really nice, nothing exceptional but it helped me feel more the mood.”
- “Kinda a gamble, music slaps though.”
- “I like the soundtrack, too – calming at times but puts you on edge at the right points.”
- “5/10 for the soundtrack”
- “Graphics were pretty, the soundtrack was meh, and most of the endings were satisfying; however, 2 of the endings felt like they came somewhat out of nowhere and could have been better if given more depth.”
- “Music/soundtrack: 6/10”
graphics
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The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with users praising the cute art style and overall aesthetic, rating it around 7 to 9 out of 10. The visuals contribute significantly to the game's charm, making it an appealing choice for those who prioritize graphics in their gaming experience.
- “Overall it's really fun, I love the cute art and aesthetic. The story is interesting, the gameplay is fun too, and there's a nice amount of endings.”
- “It's a nice little game with a neat art style, super easy to navigate and figure out the tasks and the plot.”
- “The price is entirely reasonable, as I believe this game is made with honest work and by passionate devs. If you're looking for a short, easy, interesting point-and-click game and visuals are important to you, then this game is the right pick.”
- “The graphics were pretty, but the overall visual experience felt lacking in detail and polish.”
- “While the graphics had potential, they often felt outdated and uninspired compared to other games in the genre.”
- “The art style was inconsistent, leading to a disjointed visual experience that detracted from immersion.”
humor
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The humor in the game is highlighted by a particularly hilarious twist that resonates well with players.
- “I found the twist quite hilarious.”