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The Kite

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78% User Score Based on 249 reviews

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The Kite is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Anatolii and was released on November 19, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

The Kite is a small dramatic point-and-click adventure. The game highlights the problems of an unsuccessful family.

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78%
Audience ScoreBased on 249 reviews
story55 positive mentions
stability4 negative mentions
  • The Kite features beautiful hand-painted visuals and an excellent soundtrack that enhances the emotional atmosphere of the game.
  • The game tells a compelling and poignant story about domestic abuse and family struggles, making it relatable and impactful.
  • As a free title, it offers a short but meaningful experience with simple puzzles that allow players to focus on the narrative.
  • The game is very short, with a playtime of around 30 minutes, which may leave players wanting more depth and content.
  • Some puzzles can be frustratingly illogical or convoluted, requiring players to rely on walkthroughs to progress.
  • The initial language setting is in Russian, which can confuse players who are not familiar with the language, and the lack of guidance can lead to frustration.
  • story
    140 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is a poignant exploration of serious themes such as domestic abuse and family struggles, presented through atmospheric visuals and emotional depth. While some players appreciate its touching narrative and artistic style, others criticize its brevity and predictability, suggesting that the gameplay mechanics sometimes detract from the storytelling experience. Overall, it resonates well with those who enjoy slow-paced, story-driven games, despite some execution flaws.

    • “The game tells a serious and emotional story that feels personal and sincere, making it easy to connect with the characters and their struggles.”
    • “The atmosphere is well-captured, the artwork is beautiful, and the story is sad.”
    • “The story is touching but I wouldn't recommend this.”
    • “The art is better but the original story was neutered, which completely castrates the atmosphere of the original first game.”
    • “The story is predictable and the measures the mother takes to just go look for her missing son are too astounding to suspend disbelief.”
    • “The story is cliché; however, it's portrayed in an artistic way.”
  • graphics
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful hand-painted visuals and unique art style, which effectively complement the dark and emotional narrative. Many reviewers highlight the atmospheric quality of the artwork, describing it as both engaging and evocative, though some note that the simplistic design may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's immersive experience, despite some minor criticisms regarding gameplay clarity and length.

    • “From the beginning, the hand-painted visuals and carefully chosen music create a mood that immediately draws the player in.”
    • “The atmosphere is well-captured, the artwork is beautiful, and the story is sad.”
    • “The artwork is eerily beautiful, while the storyline is dark and very real.”
    • “Art style was a bit messy and when I loaded the game my menu was in Russian, but overall it had an engaging storyline; it wasn't too short and it was fun to play.”
    • “Super short, items are not always apparent on the screen, much different art style than I prefer, story arc is very predictable and simplistic.”
    • “Graphics: 6/10 (for the style they were going for)”
  • gameplay
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, appealing to players of all skill levels with straightforward objectives and intuitive puzzles. However, many reviewers found the mechanics frustrating and the puzzles confusing, often breaking the narrative flow and detracting from the overall experience. While the art style and story received praise, the generic point-and-click gameplay and short duration left some players feeling disappointed.

    • “The simplicity of the gameplay makes it accessible to players of all skill levels, with clear instructions and a straightforward objective: to explore Mary's story and take care of her child.”
    • “The puzzles are simple and intuitive, allowing the focus to remain on the narrative rather than on complex mechanics.”
    • “This is a decent game, the artwork was really good, and the adventure point-and-click mechanics are easy to use and familiar within that genre.”
    • “This rough game tries to tell a very serious story touching on sensitive topics, yet the typical point-and-click gameplay and puzzles completely break the flow and turn all seriousness into a joke.”
    • “Frustrating puzzles and gameplay that don't make sense half the time; I used a guide for about half of it and kept thinking, 'How was I supposed to know that?'”
    • “If you like forced depressing themes, being confused as to what goes where and what to do, and a disappointing 35 minutes of gameplay as a reward for 15 minutes of hunting for the next step, this is the game for you.”
  • music
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric quality, with a soundtrack inspired by classical composers that enhances the emotional depth of the story and visuals. Players appreciate the well-chosen tracks that fit the game's themes, creating a memorable experience, particularly noting the impactful menu music. While some describe the music as basic, it is generally regarded as effective and beautifully integrated into the overall ambiance of the game.

    • “From the beginning, the hand-painted visuals and carefully chosen music create a mood that immediately draws the player in.”
    • “The developer/s really created something more than just another game, for example the game's atmosphere and story and visuals/art really take you in, the music really blends in.”
    • “Nice touching story with awesome classical music.”
    • “Music is just basic classical music, but it actually goes well with the game.”
    • “Though the art and music is well made, the puzzles are confusing and some events have no indication that they need to be done.”
    • “The classical music adds to the scenery, although almost too much so.”
  • atmosphere
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its immersive, hand-painted visuals and a haunting soundtrack that enhances the emotional depth of the narrative. While some reviews note a decline in atmospheric quality compared to the original game, the overall tone is described as dark, depressing, and reflective, effectively capturing themes of family drama and loss. Despite some criticisms regarding language and story execution, the game's art style and sound design are highlighted as key elements that contribute to its compelling atmosphere.

    • “It features atmospheric, hand-painted locations, challenging puzzles, a dramatic story with an unexpected ending, and an excellent soundtrack inspired by classical composers.”
    • “The atmosphere is well-captured, the artwork is beautiful, and the story is sad.”
    • “An adventure game that lives by its atmosphere (the story and settings and music), not so much by the puzzles.”
    • “The art is better but the original story was neutered, which completely castrates the atmosphere of the original first game.”
    • “This game has its issues but the oppressing atmosphere is the most defining point.”
    • “This indie point-and-click adventure immerses you in a depressing atmosphere.”
  • emotional
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its serious and emotional storytelling, allowing players to connect deeply with the characters and their struggles. However, some reviewers feel that the gameplay mechanics, particularly the puzzles, disrupt the emotional flow, undermining the impact of the narrative. Overall, the game is described as a touching experience with beautiful art and music, though some find it short and occasionally overwhelming.

    • “The game tells a serious and emotional story that feels personal and sincere, making it easy to connect with the characters and their struggles.”
    • “Very powerful and emotional.”
    • “The colour scheme conveys the emotional state of the main character throughout her story.”
  • stability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is marred by translation issues, vague mission guidance, and various glitches, which detract from its otherwise strong artistic and sound design. While not excessively buggy, players report challenges with environmental interactions and puzzle clarity, indicating a need for improved game mechanics and player convenience. Overall, the developers have potential but must address these stability concerns to enhance the gaming experience.

    • “A real pity because a lot of good bits, like the art and sound, are spoiled by poor translation and buggy environment interactions and puzzles that only make sense to you after you solve them.”
    • “Overall, I can see the dev making some really good games with a unique and creative artistic style; they just need to work on game mechanics, player conveniences, and keep an eye on glitches and errors.”
    • “Buggy.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, often involving repetitive back-and-forth movement to collect items for seemingly pointless tasks.

    • “It involves very tedious running back and forth, collecting items to do nonsensical tasks.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making the gameplay drag on.”
    • “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over, which quickly becomes boring.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is rated low, with a score of 2.5 out of 10, indicating that players find limited incentive to revisit the game after completing it.

    • “The replay value is disappointingly low, sitting at just 2.5 out of 10.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel tedious.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its dark comedic moments, such as the replay of a scene where a character humorously interacts with a "dead" body, adding a layer of absurdity to the narrative.

    • “If you go back to the rooftop, the scene where Mary kills Oliver will replay. It's funny because the body of 'dead' Oliver is on the floor too.”
    • “The game's humor is spot-on, with clever dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the characters have such witty banter; it adds a lighthearted touch to the intense moments.”
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The Kite is a action adventure game.

The Kite is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing The Kite.

The Kite was released on November 19, 2018.

The Kite was developed by Anatolii.

The Kite has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

The Kite is a single player game.

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