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Takoyaki Surprise

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60%Game Brain Score
humor, emotional
music, gameplay
100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

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Takoyaki Surprise is a single player arcade hack and slash game with comedy and anime themes. It was developed by Red Triangle Games and was released on October 8, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

The Octopus Princess has been kidnapped by the evil celebrity chef, Shefu and plans to cook her on live TV for the entire world to see! As loyal samurai from her kingdom, embark on a perilous quest to Restaurant Island as Tako and Sakana to try and save her from this culinary calamity! The Island itself is full of dangerous food themed dungeons each guarded by Shefu's evil and corrupted cooking. I…

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews
humor2 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game features charming pixel art and a nostalgic soundtrack that evokes classic arcade games, making it a delightful experience for players.
  • Gameplay is engaging and unique, combining keyboard movement with mouse clicking to defeat a variety of food-themed enemies, providing a fun challenge.
  • The game is filled with humor, clever puns, and a lighthearted atmosphere, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
  • Some players may find the gameplay repetitive or tiring, especially with the clicking mechanics leading to physical strain over time.
  • The difficulty can spike unexpectedly, which may frustrate players who are not accustomed to fast-paced arcade-style games.
  • The game may not appeal to those who are not fans of clicker mechanics or arcade games, limiting its audience.
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting its nostalgic quality reminiscent of classic console and arcade games. The soundtracks are described as fun and engaging, with standout tracks that enhance the overall experience, complemented by charming pixel art visuals.

    • “The music is awesome as well!”
    • “The art, the sound, and the music would not be out of place on a console or arcade cabinet 30 years ago.”
    • “The soundtrack is nuts.”
    • “Highlights are the graphics and music, with the visuals being very charming DOS-esque pixel art (probably thanks to this being made on the ohrrpgce engine).”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is fast-paced and action-oriented, reminiscent of classic titles like Smash TV and Total Carnage, offering a challenging yet engaging experience that encourages players to continue despite setbacks. While the controls are straightforward, the difficulty escalates with the introduction of new enemy types and larger waves, keeping the gameplay dynamic and enticing.

    • “The gameplay, in some ways, reminds me of Smash TV and Total Carnage.”
    • “The gameplay is fast-paced and action-based, designed to be challenging but also enticing, keeping you wanting to put in more quarters to play even in the face of trial and error.”
    • “Despite the inputs being simple, the gameplay increases in difficulty as new enemy varieties unlock and larger waves of enemies come into the levels.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are praised for their charming DOS-esque pixel art, evoking a strong sense of nostalgia reminiscent of classic titles like "Monsters in My Pocket" and "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles." The visuals, along with the music, are highlighted as standout features that enhance the overall experience.

    • “I'm only 20 minutes into this game, but it's already nourishing my early gamer nostalgia with all the right sounds and visuals to call forth 'Monsters in My Pocket', 'Paper Boy', 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles', and 'Super Dodge Ball'.”
    • “Highlights are the graphics and music, with the visuals being very charming DOS-esque pixel art (probably thanks to this being made on the ohrrpgce engine).”
    • “Highlights are the graphics and music, with the visuals being very charming DOS-esque pixel art (probably thanks to this being made on the ohrrpgce engine).”
    • “The graphics are a major letdown, lacking detail and polish, making the game feel outdated.”
    • “The visuals are uninspired and fail to create an engaging atmosphere, leaving the game feeling flat.”
    • “While the game has potential, the graphics are subpar and detract from the overall experience.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a lighthearted and straightforward story, complemented by clever and pun-filled stage and boss names, which enhance its overall humor. Players appreciate the witty dialogue and playful wordplay throughout the experience.

    • “The story is humorous and pretty simple overall.”
    • “The stages also have really great funny punny names alongside the bosses' names, delivering punny lines!”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is characterized by its humor and simplicity, with additional scenes introduced in hard mode that enhance the experience.

    • “There are new story scenes in hard mode; it's a nice touch.”
    • “The story is humorous and pretty simple overall.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke feelings of wholesome nostalgia while also providing an innovative challenge, making it a compelling experience for players seeking both comfort and engagement.

    • “If you're looking for wholesome nostalgia but also an innovative challenge, then this is something worth checking out.”
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Takoyaki Surprise is a arcade hack and slash game with comedy and anime themes.

Takoyaki Surprise is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Takoyaki Surprise was released on October 8, 2024.

Takoyaki Surprise was developed by Red Triangle Games.

Takoyaki Surprise has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its music.

Takoyaki Surprise is a single player game.

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