Takoyaki Surprise

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

music4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features charming pixel art and a nostalgic soundtrack that evokes classic arcade games, making it a delightful experience for fans of retro gaming.
Gameplay is fast-paced and engaging, with a unique control scheme that allows players to manage two characters simultaneously, adding an innovative twist to the clicker genre.
The humor and creativity in the game's design, including food-themed enemies and pun-filled dialogue, contribute to a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere.

Some players may find the boss battles to be tedious and challenging, potentially leading to frustration during gameplay.
The clicking mechanics can cause physical strain, with some users reporting discomfort in their arms after extended play sessions, although an autoclicker option is available.
The game may not appeal to those who are not fans of arcade-style games or who prefer more complex gameplay mechanics.

music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting its nostalgic quality reminiscent of classic console and arcade games from 30 years ago. The soundtracks are described as energetic and fun, significantly enhancing the overall experience, while the charming pixel art complements the audio perfectly.
- “The music is awesome as well!”
- “The soundtrack slaps; I cannot emphasize enough how fun the level music is.”
- “The art, the sound, and the music would not be out of place on a console or arcade cabinet 30 years ago.”
- “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).”
- “Soundtrack is nuts.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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The gameplay is fast-paced and action-oriented, reminiscent of classic titles like Smash TV and Total Carnage. It offers a challenging experience that encourages players to continue despite setbacks, with simple controls that become increasingly complex as new enemy types and larger waves are introduced.
- “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.”
- “Despite the inputs being simple, the gameplay increases in difficulty as new enemy varieties unlock and the larger waves of enemies come into the levels.”
- “The gameplay is fast-paced and action-based, designed to be challenging but also enticing, to keep you wanting to put more quarters in to play even in the face of trial and error.”
- “The gameplay, in some ways, reminds me of Smash TV and Total Carnage.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
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, contributing to an engaging retro gaming experience.
- “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).”
- “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'.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a lighthearted and straightforward story, complemented by clever and pun-filled stage and boss names that enhance its comedic appeal. Players appreciate the consistent humor throughout, making for an entertaining 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
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story is characterized by its humor and simplicity, providing an enjoyable experience. Additionally, the inclusion of new story scenes in hard mode adds a nice touch for players seeking more content.
- “The story is humorous and pretty simple overall.”
- “There are new story scenes in hard mode; it's a nice touch.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game evokes a sense of wholesome nostalgia while also providing an innovative challenge, making it a compelling emotional experience.

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