RB Axolotl

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RB Axolotl is a casual simulation game that lets players raise and care for their own axolotls. Customize your axolotl's environment, keep them healthy and happy, and discover various cute skins. Interact with your axolotls in fun ways, such as playing with toys and feeding them. However, be careful to avoid overfeeding and maintain clean water for their well-being.

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Play Modes

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

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

story16 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a deep and engaging story that explores themes of pain and mental health, with many unexpected twists and turns.
The characters, particularly the axolotls, are charming and well-developed, making it easy for players to connect with them emotionally.
The visuals are cute and colorful, enhancing the overall experience, while the soundtrack complements the narrative effectively.

The pacing can be slow at times, which may frustrate players looking for a more action-driven experience.
Some players may find the darker themes and graphic content unsettling, making it not suitable for everyone.
There are moments where the dialogue and writing quality falter, which can detract from the overall immersion.

story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is praised for its depth, engaging twists, and emotional resonance, exploring themes of pain and mental health through a unique narrative perspective. While it unfolds slowly, the character development and rich metaphors keep players invested, culminating in a satisfying conclusion that leaves a lasting impact. However, the darker tones and heavy themes may not appeal to everyone, making it a thoughtful yet potentially challenging experience for some players.
- “This game is a real masterpiece of literature, slow-paced with a very deep and interesting story about pain and mental health issues.”
- “It's one of those games with a story that grips you, hits you hard, and refuses to let you go.”
- “The story might not be for everyone, and personally I thought some scenes to be too edgy, but if you like the demo, I can say for sure it's worth reading the rest!”
- “The story might not be for everyone, and personally I thought some scenes were too edgy, but if you like the demo, I can say for sure it's worth reading the rest!”
- “I found myself going hours through a lot of character development events, and it takes a long time until the plot actually starts to pick up, although there is some progression available once in a while to not leave the reader hanging.”
- “But of course, that means that those who are only into it expecting a story-heavy game might get disappointed.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "rb: axolotl" are described as cute and colorful, offering a fresh aesthetic for the visual novel genre. While some players find the visuals can become tedious over the game's length, the overall art style is praised for its charm and quality, contrasting with the surprisingly dark themes presented in the dialogue.
- “The graphics are cute and colorful.”
- “Rb: axolotl is stunning when it comes to the graphics.”
- “Though the visuals can be a bit tedious for the game's considerable length, it's well worth a buy!”
- “The 'indie' part of it really shows, but the art is really cute, and the whole aesthetic is a very fresh take on the genre of visual novels.”
- “As a traditional-style point-and-click visual novel, the graphics in rb: axolotl aren't necessarily the focus.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is a standout feature, with users praising its depth and engagement throughout the story. The characters are well-designed, displaying a range of emotions that enhance the narrative, although some feel the plot takes time to gain momentum amidst the extensive character-focused events. Overall, the emphasis on character growth keeps players invested until the end.
- “I can't really comment on the story without spoiling the mystery and deep use of metaphors, but the character development was what had me hooked until the end.”
- “The character designs are adorable as well, and their expressions change based on what they're saying or the emotions present in the scene.”
- “I found myself going hours through a lot of character development events, and it takes a long time until the plot actually starts to pick up, although there is some progression available once in a while to not leave the reader hanging.”
- “So, the most important thing about a story is the character development for me.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is well-integrated into its dramatic narrative, featuring timely jokes that resonate with players and enhance the engaging story. While it diverges from a lighthearted tone, the humor effectively elicits laughter and adds depth to the overall experience.
- “There's a sense of humor that fits well (despite all the, let us say, drama of the game), with several jokes that landed at just the right time in just the right way.”
- “The story was very engaging with jokes that had me laughing every time they were told.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The gameplay is minimal, primarily involving clicking or pressing enter to advance text, which is typical for visual novels. However, the engaging story compensates for the lack of interactive elements, making it worth exploring.
- “All things considered, even if the gameplay is typical of other visual novels, the story that rb: axolotl tells is interesting enough to want to check out.”
- “Gameplay is relatively minor, and the most you usually do is click or press enter to advance text.”
- “Even if the gameplay is typical of other visual novels, the story that rb: axolotl tells is interesting enough to want to check out.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to complement the scenes effectively, evoking emotions of hope and tension as appropriate. Each track is well-crafted and aligns seamlessly with the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The soundtrack fits each scene nicely, inspiring hope and creating a sense of creepiness as needed.”
- “The game's music tracks are really well done and are used effectively; each track feels like it fits the situation perfectly.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that while the game's visuals may become tedious over its lengthy playtime, the overall experience is still worthwhile. However, the grinding aspect can be particularly challenging for those primarily interested in the plot, and the game's sensitive content may not appeal to all audiences.
- “It's important to mention that this game is not suitable for every audience due to the sensitive content and might get extremely tedious for those who are only in it for the plot.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players found the emotional aspect of the game to be unexpectedly wholesome and therapeutic, highlighting the heartwarming growth of relationships between characters rather than a darker narrative. This positive emotional experience contributed to a sense of comfort and connection throughout the gameplay.
- “I thought RB:A would be way darker later on (which I'm kind of glad it wasn't) and totally didn't expect it to be so wholesome and therapeutic.”
- “It was heartwarming for me to see them growing closer to each other.”