Ukhar

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In "Ukhar," a descriptionable 2D action adventure game set in a sword and sorcery world, players control a young barbarian on a mission to defeat Kairus, an ambitious necromancer who has kidnapped the beloved Neia. Fight your way through 22 levels across seven distinct locations, wielding a variety of weapons to defeat monstrous creatures and push your limits. Stunning hand-drawn cutscenes and an awe-inspiring soundtrack from Purple Planet elevate the immersive story segments.

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Play Modes

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

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging experience with a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic AMiGA games.
It features beautiful pixel art, responsive controls, and a decent variety of enemies and environments for its price.
Players appreciate the straightforward gameplay, which allows for a quick playthrough without excessive commitment.

The game suffers from some technical issues, such as clipping and hitbox problems that can hinder gameplay.
Boss fights are considered too easy and lack challenge, which may disappoint players looking for more depth.
There is limited replay value and not much variety in puzzles, making it feel somewhat shallow after completion.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their engaging art style, reminiscent of classic titles like Gauntlet and Cadaver, with well-executed animations and detailed visuals. The cutscenes are particularly noted for their quality, enhancing the overall aesthetic experience despite the game's short narrative. Overall, the graphics effectively complement the game's design and artistic direction.
- “I enjoyed the graphics and the Conan art style.”
- “The cutscenes were well done graphically, and the art style is great with pretty well-done animations.”
- “This game excels with its art style and small details.”
- “Has similar graphics to the old gods from Bitmap Brothers.”
- “Amiga-styled graphics.”
- “Graphically, it resembles Gauntlet (PC version), Alcazar (C64), and Cadaver (Amiga).”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by engaging mechanics and responsive controls, though some players feel that the game could benefit from more challenging boss fights. While the combat mechanics are easy to grasp and visually appealing, there are criticisms regarding the reliance on mouse controls instead of joystick options, reflecting a nostalgic yet somewhat outdated approach. Overall, the game offers a satisfying experience, enhanced by good animations and a solid soundtrack.
- “The game has responsive gameplay, nice animation, good soundtrack (licensed), and even decent settings.”
- “The gameplay feels engaging.”
- “The game mechanics in that game were not that great and forced players to use a mouse when it actually was better with a joystick. At the time, a mouse for a computer was a new and hip thing. It sounds odd today, and it's even more weird that we haven't developed further in terms of using a computer than with a mouse since this was introduced in the 80s.”
- “I did not mind the mechanics, but the boss fights needed to be harder.”
- “I found the level design and the gameplay in general somewhat nostalgic.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a straightforward, classic tale of a princess in need of rescue, complemented by well-executed cutscenes. While it effectively serves the game's short format, some players felt disappointed by the ending and expressed hope for future developments in the narrative. Overall, the story is brief, taking around 2-3 hours to complete, with no major issues reported.
- “The story isn't much, but it fits what they were trying to do with a short game, and the cutscenes were well done graphically.”
- “A nice classic story with a princess that needs to be saved, featuring some nice graphical storytelling baked into it.”
- “I felt kind of let down by the ending, but I hope that there is more to come in this story.”
- “The story isn't much, but it fits for what they were trying to do with a short game.”
- “It takes about 2-3 hours to beat the story, and I have not encountered any significant issues.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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75%
The game's music is highlighted as a fitting and enjoyable soundtrack, featuring licensed tracks that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the responsive gameplay and nice animations that complement the sound design effectively.
- “The game has responsive gameplay, nice animation, and a good licensed soundtrack.”
- “Enjoyable use of music and sound, even if it's licensed.”
- “Fitting soundtrack.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The sound effects are poorly mixed, often overshadowing the music and making it hard to appreciate.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers limited replayability, primarily due to its short length and lack of substantial content to revisit, though players may find some enjoyment in discovering hidden weapons and health upgrades. Overall, it remains a fun experience, especially considering its price.
- “+ small amount of replayability to find hidden weapons and health upgrades”
- “There is a small amount of replayability to find hidden weapons and health upgrades.”
- “The game lacks significant replay value, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there's little incentive to return for a second run.”