Super Kiwi 64
- December 2, 2022
- Siactro
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Super Kiwi 64" is a 3D-platformer game with low poly, retro 90s aesthetics. Players control a kiwi bird with abilities to jump, glide, corkscrew-attack, and stick to walls. The levels can be completed in any order, and the game features a unique bird protagonist with a long beak.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Charming and nostalgic visuals reminiscent of classic N64 platformers.
- Smooth and responsive controls that make movement enjoyable.
- Short but fun gameplay experience, perfect for a quick playthrough.
- Extremely short, with most players completing it in under an hour.
- Lacks depth and challenge, with very few enemies and minimal gameplay variety.
- No tutorial or story elements, leaving players without context or engagement.
- music206 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its catchy and nostalgic quality, effectively complementing the vibrant visuals and gameplay. While many tracks evoke a sense of charm reminiscent of classic N64 titles, some players noted a lack of variety and occasional mismatches with the game's themes. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, enhancing the overall experience and immersing players in the game's whimsical atmosphere.
“The soundtrack is a banger, the gameplay is banger, and it just feels kinda happy to play.”
“With tight controls, vibrant visuals, and a catchy soundtrack, it's a delightful and surprisingly polished adventure that will resonate with fans of the genre.”
“The music elevated my experience immensely, it has so much character and it really makes me want so much more.”
“Many of the songs don't really fit the game's themes, but are just a mishmash of N64 game styles, and there are a lot of sound effects missing in the game that would have been in an N64 game.”
“The music for each level was so bland and boring that the only track I can vaguely remember was the last track as it was somewhat enjoyable.”
“However, the in-game menu is quite lacking and the music might get repetitive after a while.”
- gameplay182 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Super Kiwi 64" is characterized by tight controls, intuitive mechanics, and a nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of classic N64 platformers. While the levels are well-designed and encourage exploration, many players note that the experience is quite short, typically lasting around an hour, and some mechanics can feel repetitive or underutilized. Overall, the game offers a fun and accessible collect-a-thon experience, though it leaves players wanting more depth and variety in its gameplay.
“The vibrant, pixelated world is a nostalgic love letter to the N64 era, with tight platforming mechanics and clever level design that feel both fresh and familiar.”
“With its low-poly graphics, playful aesthetic, and tight gameplay, it’s a delightful love letter to the era of collect-a-thons like Banjo-Kazooie and Super Mario 64.”
“While the gameplay leans heavily on exploration and collecting, it avoids feeling repetitive due to its compact level design and cleverly hidden collectibles.”
“This game doesn't seem to fully grasp the gameplay style of N64 games.”
“A lack of sound design and the bare bones simple gameplay just makes this game feel kind of unfinished.”
“The gameplay is very repetitive, with almost every level being the exact same as the last with nothing to make it more interesting outside of aesthetics.”
- graphics167 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Super Kiwi 64" are widely praised for their nostalgic low-poly aesthetic, effectively capturing the charm of classic Nintendo 64 games. Many reviewers appreciate the playful and polished visuals, which evoke a sense of mid-to-late '90s gaming, although some note that the graphics may feel dated or simplistic by modern standards. Overall, the game's art style and atmosphere resonate well with fans of retro platformers, despite some criticisms regarding graphical options and occasional disjointedness in gameplay.
“With its low-poly graphics, playful aesthetic, and tight gameplay, it’s a delightful love letter to the era of collect-a-thons like Banjo-Kazooie and Super Mario 64.”
“The visuals are nostalgically pixelated yet polished, evoking a sense of mid-to-late '90s gaming.”
“The graphics are a perfect homage to the collectathons of my childhood and in the same way it strikes me as something I’m going to want to play through every few years.”
“This is an attempt at emulating the aesthetic of sometimes unsettling 90s platformers, with none of the depth or charm, the sort of game you'll complete in less than an hour and entirely forget by the next day.”
“Well, this game has no story, no stakes, no real challenge, graphics that are decades outdated, and painfully simple game mechanics.”
“The tone and visuals are so different from the rest of the game that it is seriously offputting.”
- story86 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story in "Super Kiwi 64" is generally perceived as minimal and lacking depth, with many players noting that it feels incomplete or underdeveloped. While the game features whimsical and absurdist elements, particularly in the later "Doomsday" content, the narrative often takes a backseat to gameplay, leaving players wanting more context and character development. Environmental storytelling is present, but the overall plot is simple and sometimes confusing, leading to a mixed reception regarding its effectiveness in engaging players.
“The story is absolutely phenomenal and a master-class in writing and voice acting.”
“The plot involves a robot watermelon king clone attempting to dethrone the guardian angel of death so that he can separate the barrier between the afterlife and kiwi land.”
“The story in the base game is simple and effective: with the raft built with Beeny's help, Kiwi decides to embark on an expedition to a strange floating island, where a friend of the pirate parrot has been trapped in for years!”
“Very ... well, I'm going to be honest, I have no idea what happened with the story.”
“The result feels like entering a story that was already halfway finished.”
“I cannot recommend this game because with no intro, no story, and so many lackluster and inconsequential executions of otherwise strong concepts, this game feels like a work in progress.”
- atmosphere37 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its nostalgic and immersive qualities, effectively capturing the essence of 90s platformers with vibrant visuals, catchy retro music, and a mix of cozy and eerie elements. Reviewers highlight the distinct environments and the attention to detail that evoke a sense of discovery and mystery, while also appreciating the balance between whimsical and unsettling themes. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a standout feature that enhances the gameplay experience, making it a delightful homage to classic titles.
“It is both cozy and reflects the mysterious atmosphere of those 90s games very well.”
“The atmosphere is great and the game has an odd, dreamlike feel at points - there's a strange contrast between the highly stylized, living characters and the realistic corpses strewn about everywhere, and what seems to be a bit of environmental storytelling.”
“Loved the melancholy/eerie atmosphere created by that classic N64-style vivid colors with very dark shading and shadows and the stellar synth soundtrack.”
“Very loyal to N64 aesthetics, but what takes the cake is the creepy, unnerving atmosphere with environmental storytelling that creates a whole heap of worrying implications and uncomfortable questions, none of which are answered.”
“This is a simple yet really good feeling game with a strange and fascinating atmosphere, almost like the game is haunted but not in a scary way.”
“But it doesn't stop at that, it nails the sort of ominous atmosphere of 'what's beyond the invisible walls?' It's a fun, comfy game to just explore cute locales while still having this sort of tense atmosphere through the short journey you embark on, the strange robot enemies and the alien/Aztec levels really sell it.”
- replayability29 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while many players appreciate the fun platforming mechanics and variety in environments, they note that the game is relatively short and lacks substantial content to encourage repeated play. Some users suggest that additional features like achievements, time trials, or competitive modes could enhance replay value, but others feel it falls short compared to similar titles. Ultimately, it offers decent replayability for casual play, especially for fans of retro-style platformers, but may not satisfy those seeking a more robust experience.
“I love the variety in environments, and the time-trial mode for each level is a fun challenge that adds replayability.”
“The level designs are great, and I'd say it has great replayability considering how short it is.”
“Secret rune code mechanic which offers unlimited replayability as you're able to make changes to the game that are impossible otherwise.”
“At first, I was kind of disappointed with the fact that the game was that short, with little to no replayability, but I am so glad that I waited for the doomsday update.”
“The game is also really easy and lacks replayability.”
“This game sadly isn't really replayable and can be finished really fast.”
- humor28 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its absurdist and quirky elements, often eliciting strong reactions—players either love it or find it off-putting. Many reviews highlight the game's funny writing, memorable characters, and engaging voice acting, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere. Overall, the humor is a significant draw, with players appreciating the comedic moments and whimsical nature of the gameplay.
“Very memorable game, controls are silky smooth, great atmosphere, funny, and original.”
“The narrative and characters are silly and funny; I was really surprised when I found out there was voice acting in the game too!”
“Platforming that feels great, appealing retro graphics, and genuinely funny writing and voice acting.”
- emotional14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of "Super Kiwi 64" is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating its nostalgic charm and wholesome fun, while others express disappointment over technical issues that detract from the overall experience. The game evokes feelings of joy and relaxation, but some players feel that its rushed execution undermines its potential for a more meaningful emotional impact. Overall, it offers a lighthearted experience that resonates with those seeking a simple, feel-good platformer.
“Super Kiwi 64, developed by Siactro, is a heartfelt homage to the late 90s era of 3D platformers.”
“This game is incredibly charming, wholesome, and feels great to play.”
“As a whole, Super Kiwi 64 is more than just a wholesome, stress-free collect-a-thon; it's a lesson in appreciating the simple things in life.”
- stability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that while the game has some minor glitches, particularly with control inputs at the start of levels, it is largely stable and free of game-breaking bugs. The general consensus is that the game is cute and enjoyable despite these minor issues.
“Everything is there and it's bug-free.”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
“I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags or freezes.”
“The controls can be pretty buggy when you're starting a level, with inputs being dropped if you're holding them before the level starts.”
“There are a few glitches, but it is a very, very cute game.”
- character development3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is marked by vibrant and charming designs that evoke nostalgia, reminiscent of classic N64 platformers like Banjo-Kazooie. The developer's attention to detail in character design and movement abilities enhances the overall experience, creating a warm yet occasionally spooky atmosphere that pays homage to the beloved era of 3D platforming.
“The colorful, vibrant environments and charming character designs evoke a sense of warmth and nostalgia.”
“Developer siactro is clearly a fan of the N64 era of 3D platformers, and that love certainly shows - from the character design to the movement abilities, to the diorama-like environments and somber, atmospheric music; incredible attention to detail has been taken in efforts toward emulating a nostalgic Banjo-Kazooie-esque experience, and such is delivered!”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a positive experience with optimization, noting that they encountered no performance issues during gameplay.
“I had no issues with performance.”
“The game runs smoothly on my system, even at high settings.”
“I appreciate how well-optimized the gameplay is; it feels responsive and fluid.”
