Saint Kotar

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In "Saint Kotar," you play as two devout monks who investigate a series of grisly murders in a small, religiously divided town. As you uncover dark secrets and supernatural forces, you must navigate the town's tense political climate and decide how far you're willing to go to uphold your moral beliefs. Your choices will determine the fate of the town and its inhabitants, as well as your own soul.

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Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

story12 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The artwork is stunning, featuring a painterly style that enhances the dark and atmospheric storytelling.
The sound design effectively complements the visuals, creating an immersive experience that heightens the tension and mood.
The comic provides intriguing backstory and lore for the character Mojse, enriching the overall narrative of the Saint Kotar universe.

The story can be confusing and lacks clear connections to the main game, leaving some players feeling lost.
The experience is very short, taking only about 15-30 minutes to complete, which may not justify the cost for some players.
There are no choices or branching paths, making the gameplay feel more like a passive reading experience rather than an interactive game.

story
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
55%
9%
The story aspect of "The Crawling Man" is presented as a short, interactive comic that delves into the backstory of a side character from the main game, Saint Kotar. While the artwork and sound design are praised for their quality, many players find the narrative confusing and disconnected from the main storyline, leaving them wanting more clarity on its significance. Overall, the experience is described as intriguing yet lacking a clear catalyst, making it a mixed bag for those familiar with the broader lore.
- “The artwork is fantastic, the sound effects handled extremely well, and the story is intriguing, leaving you wanting to know more about the world of Saint Kotar.”
- “The crawling man is an important piece of the puzzle for all who played the game, further exploring the backstory behind Moishe, his beliefs, struggles, and the event that finally turned him into what he is in the game.”
- “A short comic experience with great artwork and sound effects added, ties in the story lore of Saint Kotar (which you should check out).”
- “It's not a game, it's basically just a very quick comic book style story about Moishe.”
- “I'm going to say no, I don't recommend this, just because it could have been a lot better and fit into the story better.”
- “Not really my sort of thing, you follow a character from the main game and the story is just as confusing.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
30%
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their hand-drawn, comic book art style, featuring vibrant colors and high contrast that enhance the dramatic effect. The visuals are complemented by excellent sound design, creating an immersive experience that effectively ties into the dark narrative of Saint Kotar. Overall, the artwork and sound work together to deliver a polished and engaging visual experience.
- “The graphics are hand drawn and have a professional comic book art quality; the scenes with high contrast and bright colors are particularly impactful and give a great dramatic effect.”
- “Artwork and mood are fantastic, and it is really cool to see a comic with sound effects and music!”
- “On the technical side, the visuals are nice, continuing the hand drawn style of the game, and the accompanying sound backdrop bolsters the world immersion.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game features a minimalistic approach to music, lacking a continuous soundtrack but effectively using sound and music at key moments to enhance the narrative. Ambient sounds contribute to a sinister atmosphere, while the integration of sound effects and music adds a unique layer to the comic's artwork and mood. Overall, the audio elements are praised for their ability to elevate the storytelling experience.
- “Artwork and mood are fantastic, and it is really cool to see a comic with sound effects and music!”
- “There is no underlying soundtrack, but at the right moments, music or sounds will play to heighten parts of the story.”
- “The ambient sounds and music also work well in creating a sinister ambiance.”
- “Artwork and mood are fantastic, and it is really cool to see a comic with sound effects and music.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the comic is highly praised for its immersive visuals and sound design, which effectively enhance the storytelling and background lore of Saint Kotar. Reviewers appreciate the overall polish and the engaging ambiance that draws readers into the narrative.
- “Love the atmosphere in this comic.”
- “Great and atmospheric comic book that provides background lore to Saint Kotar.”
- “Great visuals and sound that enhance the atmosphere, making for an overall very polished comic book.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is often praised for its engaging mechanics and fluid controls, which enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the balance between challenge and accessibility, making it enjoyable for both newcomers and veterans. Additionally, the integration of visuals and sound complements the gameplay, creating an immersive atmosphere.