KAO the Kangaroo

 Dreamcast
Metascore
63

Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
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  1. GameSpot
    71
    Dabblers should find KAO's charming antics and approachable gameplay well suited to a weekend or two of lighthearted entertainment.
  2. AllDreamcast
    65
    Destined to be forgotten. Don't waste your time with this one.
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  3. IGN
    62
    As delightful as our cartoony kangaroo is, Kao The Kangaroo just wasn't exciting enough for me mainly because I've played this type of game so many times already.
  5. Happy Puppy
    60
    Nine out of ten experts agree, this kangaroo should be hopping his way into bargain bin obscurity, posthaste.
  6. DC Swirl
    60
    It's too short and unchallenging for the current asking price of $40 but, with time, it (as well as most of the DC line-up) will go down in price (and becomes an enticing secondary purchase).

Awards & Rankings

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#38 Best Dreamcast Game of 2001
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#31 Most Discussed Dreamcast Game of 2001

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User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 2 out of 9
  1. UltraMeme64
    Feb 21, 2017
    5
    This is probably the most obscure Dreamcast title to grace our mad little world. Kao the Kangaroo's character design is ADORABLE and the gameThis is probably the most obscure Dreamcast title to grace our mad little world. Kao the Kangaroo's character design is ADORABLE and the game plays solidly too. You can even place down your own checkpoints! Unfortunately, it doesn't use the dream casts full potential and looks like a budget N64 title. Also, this is pretty much baby's first Crash Bandicoot. If you own a Dreamcast and you're into obscure B-Grade platform ears, I recommend you check this game out. It's not very good, but it's not bad either.… Full Review »
  2. greffuu
    May 30, 2022
    10
    the return to childhood in a well-made platformer game, please note that the game is mainly aimed at children
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