Taboos: Cracks

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Taboos: Cracks is a single player action game. It was developed by DSGame and was released on May 2, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Taboos: Cracks" is a narrative-driven puzzle game that explores taboo topics through the perspectives of different characters. Players uncover secrets and make choices that impact the story's outcome, while navigating a beautifully designed world filled with intricate puzzles. The game aims to challenge players' perceptions and emotions, inviting them to reflect on complex themes and their own values.

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 232 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and animations, making it visually appealing.
It's a very easy and quick game to complete, making it suitable for achievement hunters.
The gameplay is relaxing and stress-free, allowing players to enjoy the experience without pressure.

The game is extremely short, with most players finishing it in under 10 minutes.
There is a lack of challenge, as the gameplay is overly simplistic with no penalties for mismatches.
The sound effects can be annoying, particularly the loud moaning during gameplay.

gameplay
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
65%
9%
The gameplay is primarily a basic memory card-matching game, often completed in just a few minutes, with many players noting its simplicity and lack of challenge. While the artwork and animations are praised, the gameplay itself is considered shallow and lacking in depth, making it more of a casual experience rather than one for dedicated gamers. Overall, it serves as a quick, light-hearted diversion rather than a robust gaming experience.
- “Taboos Cracks is a memory game that casual players will like a lot; gameplay is awesome, sound effects are great, awesome unlockables, really fun game. Taboos Cracks is highly recommended.”
- “Otherwise, fun gameplay and well-drawn artwork!”
- “Gameplay involves matching pairs of cards to clear them from the screen.”
- “The gameplay isn't really enjoyable or anything else for that matter, but then again, are you really playing this for the gameplay?”
- “With gameplay so laughably easy, clearly 'taboos: cracks' wasn’t made for memory game enthusiasts — which leaves the gallery as the only possible selling point.”
- “Think of it as just buying some artwork, because the gameplay is so easy they might as well just give the image outright.”
graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
26%
13%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful artwork and high-quality visuals, while others note inconsistencies in quality and issues with animations. Overall, the artwork is generally well-received, though some players feel it is overshadowed by simplistic gameplay and occasional graphical glitches. Despite these criticisms, the visuals are often described as a highlight, contributing positively to the game's appeal.
- “Excellent details and graphics, and the randomized locations make the game a lot harder.”
- “Nice artwork as always.”
- “Edit: amazing update that delivered awesome visuals!!!”
- “The artwork is mixed—some visuals seem to have higher quality than others, which makes the overall presentation feel inconsistent, in my opinion.”
- “However, one of the letdowns are the artworks (yes, again).”
- “Graphics are more or less okay, with some glitches/failures in animation.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game features a mix of overused royalty-free tracks, including chill and elevator music, which some players find enjoyable initially but ultimately repetitive and annoying. Additionally, the default music volume is noted to be a bit low, impacting the overall experience.
- “Chill music - ✓”
- “Cool chill music and nice arts.”
- “The music is a bit quirky but after a while it kind of gets annoying.”
- “All the songs are overused royalty-free tracks.”
- “The music is a bit quirky, but after a while, it kind of gets annoying.”
- “And a lot of elevator music.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth and substance, with players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative to complement the puzzles. While some find enjoyment in the gameplay, many feel that the absence of a meaningful story detracts from the overall experience.
- “I found some peace and fun in my epic quest for the prize.”
- “If each puzzle is so short, why wasn’t there a little more substance, or maybe some filler narrative or some kind of story to make it more meaty?”
- “I would suggest story plus puzzle for some easy filler fluff that could pad up the stats, as well as the pricing.”
- “That's a terrible story that many of us have faced in life at some point.”
- “If each puzzle is so short, why wasn't there a little more substance, or maybe some filler narrative or some kind of story to make it more engaging?”
- “I would suggest adding a story alongside the puzzles for some easy filler that could enhance the experience and justify the pricing.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as amusing and lighthearted, providing a sense of fun and enjoyment during gameplay, despite not being overtly comedic or humiliating. Players appreciate the quirky and entertaining elements, though some express frustration with how humor is perceived in reviews.
- “No, I wasn’t even humiliated, treated like trash, broken to tears, nor was I laughing like a madman, but I found some peace and fun in my epic quest for the prize.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the game's stability is generally acceptable, though there are occasional glitches and animation failures that detract from the overall experience.
- “Graphics are more or less okay, but there are some glitches and failures in animation.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which severely affected my gameplay experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users highlight that the game offers significant replay value, encouraging players to return for multiple playthroughs.
- “This game has a lot of replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making it hard to put down.”