Uktena 64: Ultimate

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Uktena 64: Ultimate is a single player shooter game with horror and comedy themes. It was developed by KIRA LLC and was released on November 24, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Uktena 64: Ultimate is a dark comedy horror game featuring a retro N64 aesthetic where players hunt infected animals spreading a deadly virus. Take on roles of Jebadiah, tasked with photographing eerie mutations for the CDC, or his brother Jeeb, who seeks to use the infected meat for his failing BBQ. Explore diverse low-poly environments with multiple difficulty settings and unlockable cheats.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews

humor11 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game successfully blends humor and horror, providing both laughs and genuine scares throughout the campaigns.
The gameplay is fun and engaging, with a variety of campaigns and cheats that enhance replayability and strategic elements.
The nostalgic aesthetic and charming design evoke a sense of early gaming while incorporating modern gameplay mechanics.

Some players found the humor to be dated and disruptive to the overall atmosphere, detracting from the game's immersion.
The difficulty balance is inconsistent, with certain campaigns being significantly harder than others, leading to frustration.
Technical issues and bugs were reported, including problems with achievements and control mechanics that hindered the experience.

humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its clever jokes and visual gags that enhance the horror atmosphere, while others criticize the reliance on modern "zoomer" humor that feels out of place. Many found the comedic elements to be unexpectedly effective, contributing to the game's charm, though opinions vary on whether it aligns with the intended nostalgic aesthetic. Overall, the humor adds a unique layer to the experience, but its appeal may not resonate with everyone.
- “Great little hunting atmospheric horror game with a lot of humor spread throughout.”
- “I wasn't expecting the humor to hit as hard for me as it did.”
- “I thought the game was pretty funny, plenty of good jokes and visual gags, and the atmosphere and enemy designs are actually legitimately scary several times throughout the campaigns.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its blend of humor and horror, featuring well-designed environments and genuinely scary enemy designs. While many players appreciate the rich, immersive atmosphere and the game's unique tone, some find the dialogue detracts from the overall experience, impacting their enjoyment. Overall, the game successfully combines fun gameplay with an engaging and unsettling atmosphere.
- “Great little hunting atmospheric horror game with a lot of humor spread throughout.”
- “Insane atmosphere as always and you can feel the love of the art.”
- “Also, the dialogue is just painful - maybe it just didn't click for me, but the lines were so cringe-inducing that it totally ruined the atmosphere.”
- “I still strongly dislike the dialogue and feel it detracts from the atmosphere, but the game itself has improved enough to recommend.”
- “The new content is simultaneously funnier and scarier than the base game, providing some tough gameplay, unnerving atmosphere, and intriguing lore to Kira's ever-expanding universe, especially in a game as weirdly important as Uktena.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics of the game evoke a charming retro aesthetic reminiscent of early Dreamcast and N64 titles, blending playful absurdity with cryptid mythology. While some players appreciate the nostalgic visuals and unique style, others criticize the dated humor and occasional rough edges in design, which may detract from immersion. Overall, the game's aesthetic is seen as a double-edged sword, appealing to fans of retro visuals while potentially alienating those seeking modern polish.
- “Super charming aesthetics and style, brings me right back to early Dreamcast games.”
- “Instead of merely recreating a retro aesthetic, it uses the aesthetic as a playground, leaning into cryptid mythology, playful absurdity, and unexpected tonal shifts that keep players guessing about what might be waiting in the next zone.”
- “Kira's aesthetic, humor, and stories always make me want to play more, find the secrets, or replay hundreds of times.”
- “One of Kira's weaker games honestly, some of the weapons are a genuine pain to play with. The zoomer humor just breaks the whole aesthetic and immersion. If you market it as an N64 game, I'm expecting to see humor from that day and age. Also, the boss fight from the first campaign drags on for so long it's a genuine snorefest. You're better off buying one of their other works; they're so much better (especially Basilisk 2000, holy shit).”
- “Players uninterested in retro visuals or collect-a-thon structure may find its design too niche, and those expecting modern AAA polish will notice occasional rough edges in collision handling, animation transitions, or UI minimalism.”
- “I am on the cusp of leaving this game a negative review because of the aesthetic-ruining and dated humor. I'll admit there were a few times where I was caught off guard and let out a small chuckle, but I couldn't bring myself to do it as, in all honesty, it is a charming and fun game that doesn't overstay its welcome.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
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The gameplay is engaging and well-crafted, featuring tight platforming, item hunting, and environmental puzzles that encourage experimentation. The new content enhances the experience with a blend of humor and horror, while the refined mechanics and quality-of-life improvements make it the most complete version yet. Overall, it balances tension from enemies with enjoyable traversal and boss encounters, creating a rich atmosphere that values exploration and creativity.
- “The new content is simultaneously funnier and scarier than the base game, providing some tough gameplay, an unnerving atmosphere, and intriguing lore to Kira's ever-expanding universe, especially in a game as weirdly important as Uktena.”
- “Enemies aren’t the main attraction, but they add tension and rhythm between traversal segments, and boss encounters mix spectacle with mechanical testing.”
- “Moment-to-moment gameplay revolves around tight platforming, item hunting, environmental puzzles, and experimentation.”
- “The new content is simultaneously funnier and scarier than the base game, providing some tough gameplay, unnerving atmosphere, and intriguing lore to Kira's ever-expanding universe, especially in a game as weirdly important as Uktena.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The game's story is praised for its enjoyable and quirky characters, complemented by a rich lore that unfolds through environmental storytelling and interactions. While some players may find the surreal narrative cryptic or unresolved, it is also noted for its emotional depth, making it a memorable experience. Overall, it offers a fun and engaging narrative that enhances the hunting simulation.
- “An overall fun hunting sim with an enjoyable story and a delectable dash of lore.”
- “Characters feel quirky without becoming caricatures, and the narrative unfolds lightly through scattered interactions and environmental storytelling rather than exposition dumps.”
- “And a real tear jerker of a story to boot!”
- “The surreal narrative may feel cryptic or unresolved for players who prefer traditional storytelling.”
- “Won't write a proper review until I finish the second storyline, but the story is lacking.”
- “And a real tearjerker of a story to boot!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Players find high replayability in the game due to the abundance of collectibles and the opportunity to experiment with movement, routing, and sequence breaking, reminiscent of classic platformers. This encourages exploration and creativity, appealing to fans who enjoy mastering different gameplay strategies.
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and opportunities to explore different strategies, making every session feel fresh and exciting.”
- “The dynamic environments and varying character abilities encourage players to return and try different approaches, ensuring that no two runs are ever the same.”
- “Replayability comes not only from collectibles but from experimenting with movement, routing, and sequence breaking—something fans of classic platformers will immediately recognize and appreciate.”
- “After completing the game once, I found little incentive to go back. The lack of meaningful choices and consequences made each playthrough feel repetitive.”
- “The game offers a linear experience that doesn't change much on subsequent runs, making it hard to justify replaying.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of "uktena 64 – ultimate" is characterized by a poignant blend of melancholy and humor, capturing the essence of a fading world while honoring its cultural memory. This emotional depth adds a surprising resonance to the experience, allowing it to transcend mere nostalgia.
- “There’s a gentle melancholy beneath the jokes—a sense of exploring a fading world suspended between cultural memory and digital abstraction—and that emotional undercurrent gives the experience surprising resonance.”
- “As a whole, Uktena 64 – Ultimate succeeds because it respects the emotional memory of the era it references without being constrained by it.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally enjoyable, but players have reported encountering several bugs that affect its stability.
- “Cool little game, but a bit buggy.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a unique blend of retro aesthetics with modern gameplay sensibilities, enhancing character development through whimsical designs and a surreal color palette. Players appreciate the thoughtful pacing and responsiveness that contribute to a more engaging character experience.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's soundtrack is praised for its dynamic soundscape, featuring bouncy melodies, ambient echoes, and unsettling motifs that adapt to the player's journey, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The soundtrack features bouncy melodies, ambient echoes, and unsettling motifs depending on the setting, creating a dynamic soundscape that evolves with the player’s journey.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's optimization is stable, featuring quick loading times and smooth camera transitions. However, players have noted that the camera can sometimes be unresponsive, reflecting design choices from the era that influenced the game.
- “Technical performance is generally stable across systems, with short loading times and smooth camera transitions, though the camera occasionally exhibits the stubbornness characteristic of the era that inspired it.”