Katana ZERO

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 720 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 641 out of 720
  2. Mixed: 61 out of 720
  3. Negative: 18 out of 720

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  1. Hoop_
    Nov 3, 2020
    10
    Gostei muito da arte do jogo, e principalmente das músicas, a satisfação de matar os inimigos ao som destas músicas é grande
  2. androiduser2397
    Oct 24, 2020
    10
    Amazing gameplay amazing story amazing soundtrack.. can't wait for the sequel... everything you need to know this is a great game
  3. Joellemm
    Oct 21, 2020
    7
    Great soundtrack. Fast, fun gameplay. Solid enough narrative for such a short game. I liked the writing (I actually laughed out loud at one point). I especially liked how it played with the idea of skipping dialogue, turning the act itself into a form of gameplay. Sadly, the stealth seemed unnecessary. Biggest problem i would say however, is that the game doesn't effectively differentiateGreat soundtrack. Fast, fun gameplay. Solid enough narrative for such a short game. I liked the writing (I actually laughed out loud at one point). I especially liked how it played with the idea of skipping dialogue, turning the act itself into a form of gameplay. Sadly, the stealth seemed unnecessary. Biggest problem i would say however, is that the game doesn't effectively differentiate itself from previous indie titles. It sort of lumped various bits from similar titles together.

    Familiar and easy to engage with, but not especially memorable.    … Expand
  4. ratoboi
    Oct 17, 2020
    9
    This game is art it tells a beautiful story. The soundtrack is so good comparable doom. The gameplay is really good. the only problem I have whit it is its difficulty it can be pretty annoying but that was for me. other than that amazing absolutely amazing. everything is amazing except difficulty.
  5. Ulmaguest
    Sep 29, 2020
    10
    "Yes, that should work."

    There aren't words sufficient enough to explain how good and touching this game really is. So, instead of scrolling down through hundreds of reviews, just play the game and enjoy it.
  6. NOMBRE
    Sep 25, 2020
    8
    Un juego de acción y pura adrenalina. Un gran juego aunque bastante corto te durara unas 7 horas de juego más o menos, aun así es muy disfrutable.
  7. Space_radar
    Sep 20, 2020
    10
    Супер ахуенная игра. Кайфовая, Хардкорная, и в ообщем охуенно, охуенно, охуенно. Перепрошёл 3 раза и все время кайфовал.
  8. Efedoganpinar
    Sep 20, 2020
    10
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  9. poop_lord
    Sep 19, 2020
    10
    Synthwave - check
    Pixel Art - check
    Violence - check
    Frustrating and difficult - check
    Drugs and PTSD - check
    Not a suprise this is a Devolver published game
  10. zatta
    Sep 10, 2020
    9
    Tight and fluid controls, great synthwave soundtrack, intriguing story focused around memory loss and conspiracy. Interesting characters that are each written well enough to merit a second play-through just to see what other chat options will say. Most importantly, fun game-play that is sometimes stealthy, but usually fast and furious with only small setbacks upon death (allowing you toTight and fluid controls, great synthwave soundtrack, intriguing story focused around memory loss and conspiracy. Interesting characters that are each written well enough to merit a second play-through just to see what other chat options will say. Most importantly, fun game-play that is sometimes stealthy, but usually fast and furious with only small setbacks upon death (allowing you to quickly progress even through death after death). Killing enemies with your sword is immediately satisfying, and levels offer multiple ways to dispatch your enemies. A solid 9, and not to be missed!… Expand
  11. 3301
    Aug 19, 2020
    8
    Just feels so good to play, everything is top.
    8/10 just a bit short, waiting for the dlc.
  12. Otakuch
    Aug 13, 2020
    8
    It gave me really good experience, but it felt uncompleted yet. Someone told me that dlc will be out. so we have to wait :D
  13. ItsNeku
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Out of any game I’ve ever played, this game is undoubtedly the best.
    Hands down nothing even comes close. I've spent the better part of my life playing video games as my main hobby and I’ve never witnessed such sheer beauty in any game ever. It’s got it all… the impeccable story, the addictingly fun gameplay, the amazing soundtrack, and the beautiful art style. I’ve played this game a    Out of any game I’ve ever played, this game is undoubtedly the best.
    Hands down nothing even comes close. I've spent the better part of my life playing video games as my main hobby and I’ve never witnessed such sheer beauty in any game ever. It’s got it all… the impeccable story, the addictingly fun gameplay, the amazing soundtrack, and the beautiful art style. I’ve played this game a total of three times now (all on my Nintendo Switch) and every time the story gives me pins and needles. I’ll break this down into four sections for you.

    The Story
    This is the best story in any game i've ever played. In the aspect of character development… I don't even know how to describe it. There is so little information there for some of the characters and yet you feel as if you know them personally. Since I was a child, I have loved the element of mystery in stories and the development of some of the characters scratches this itch so well, it's unbelievable. The important scenes have such gravity to them based on what you know before they make my whole body get pins and needles like no other game I've played. I will admit that some manly tears were shed towards the end of the game, and for me, this kind of thing is insanely rare for games or movies.

    The Gameplay
    This game's gameplay is so much fun it's nuts. Jumping from platform to platform, dodge rolling, and slowing down time really makes you feel like you are the main character. A lot of games have this story trait where you are special relative to the enemies and I've never seen it accomplished like in this game. Normally the execution of this in games is done in a way which feels gimmicky to me, like a “yeah right I just did that” kind of reaction. On the other hand, Katana Zero nails it like I’ve never seen before. Toggling between normal speed and bullet time has never felt this natural or realistic before.

    The Soundtrack
    Katana Zero’s soundtrack matches the rest of the game like nothing else. This matched with the story leaves a truly visceral and emotional bond with the game and it’s characters. Normally a game’s soundtrack is pretty similar in style all the way through… not with this. I never would have thought it would have been possible to go from hardcore EDM to classical music in the switch of a scene, but this game showed me it’s possible. This game nails, and I mean seriously nails the genre of ambience. My favorite scene in the game is literally made by how beautiful the music is. I really love high quality music and you can buy the full soundtrack for $10.68 in FLAC format which is a steal.

    The Art Style
    This game’s aesthetic is truly superb. I really love Vaporwave, Outrun, and Cyberpunk… I have no clue where to fit this game, but I know it's a mix. I've never seen a game truly encapsulate and perfect the 80s aesthetic like this before. Some of the scenes of this game are so beautiful, it's hard to explain it with words.

    A Strong 10/10    … Expand
  14. WALISOFT
    Aug 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Twenty-eight years in that godforsaken jungle.

    Killing soldiers wasn't so bad. I hardly remember it.

    But burning those villages, watching those naked peasants cry...

    I see it every day. It's not PTSD, it's the drug.

    It's only been a week, but it feels like a year.

    Every word is getting longer, the mosquitoes are getting louder.

    When the drug runs out, time stops, and you're stuck in the jungle forever.

    It's... grains of sand in a shrinking hour glass.

    I know what comes next. I need to ask you a favor.

    -684 DAYS REMAIN    … Expand
  15. kezzyhko
    Aug 2, 2020
    8
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  16. Javierquintal
    Aug 1, 2020
    9
    El juego esta hermoso cuyo giro de tuerca no se veia venir pero a su vez no sale dw la nada, a pesar de ser muy corto es muy bueno y ademas entretenido, espero con todo mi ser la conclusion de este buen juego.
  17. VadersFist
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    Великолепный ураганный боевик, в котором нет ничего лишнего, а сама игра заканчивается до того, как успеет надоесть.

    Игра получилась хороша во всём. Здесь есть и интригующий сюжет (не уровня Оскара, но следить не скучно), и отточенная игровая механика, и отличный визуал, наполненный деталями. Обязательно сыграйте, вы должны увидеть сами пиксель-артовые анимации, поучаствовать в    Великолепный ураганный боевик, в котором нет ничего лишнего, а сама игра заканчивается до того, как успеет надоесть.

    Игра получилась хороша во всём. Здесь есть и интригующий сюжет (не уровня Оскара, но следить не скучно), и отточенная игровая механика, и отличный визуал, наполненный деталями.

    Обязательно сыграйте, вы должны увидеть сами пиксель-артовые анимации, поучаствовать в интересных диалогах и ощутить тактильное удовольствие от управление персонажем и его оружием.    … Expand
  18. mani4c
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    Лучшая в своем роде инди игр за последнее время, есть только один минус, игра довольно короткая
  19. Keskin
    Jul 19, 2020
    7
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  20. aditya1101
    Jul 16, 2020
    8
    really interesting game, super stylized art and well written dialogue/story. The plot is pretty crazy and i'm still not sure what happened but i was hooked throughout. The gameplay loop was tight and super rewarding, and it required a combination of strategy, planning, and reflexes. Honestly, my biggest complaint is that i think both the story and the level design could have been extendedreally interesting game, super stylized art and well written dialogue/story. The plot is pretty crazy and i'm still not sure what happened but i was hooked throughout. The gameplay loop was tight and super rewarding, and it required a combination of strategy, planning, and reflexes. Honestly, my biggest complaint is that i think both the story and the level design could have been extended further. The game definitely could have been a couple hours longer without getting boring.… Expand
  21. gamingmachinery
    Jul 14, 2020
    9
    No review present. No review present. No review present. No review present.
  22. sallamayan
    Jul 11, 2020
    10
    This game is very, very enjoyable! I can't leave the game !!! You must download!
  23. MeatGrindeR
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    Потрясающая игра, в который ты, ака Джон Уик всех кромсаешь направо и налево под очишуенный саунтдрек. Оригинальная подача сюжета и система диалогов, ждём продолжения.
    Да, это сработает....
  24. TheAnxiousChubb
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    great style,good story,very interesting gameplay mechanics the only con is that the movements felt sluggish and frustrating in some situations that requires quick reflex
  25. Anima2z
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    this game is dope! the gameplay is so tense and fun, the story so nice and cyberpunkish love it, didn{t expected such great gameplay and music
  26. Kraftidioten
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Blue Room - Katana ZERO :O

    I can say lot about this game, but...

    After transcendental HL2 only one game give me more emotional influence and that is KZ

    Justin Stander
  27. Fenrirz
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Karan Zero is a stylish action sidescroller. Pros: Katana Zero has the most satisfying combat of any game is the last year. Enough said… Expand
  28. PASSIVior
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Великолепная игра с великолепным саундреком в стиле "synthwave". Потрясающий, продуманный сюжет который однозначно будет дополнен в следующих частях или DLC. Интересная система боя, где вы имеете лишь одну жизнь как и ваши противники. Игра короткая, но, как по мне, это является плюсом. Из-за этого сюжет воспринимается на лету, и при этом требует детального разбора, ибо многие детали неВеликолепная игра с великолепным саундреком в стиле "synthwave". Потрясающий, продуманный сюжет который однозначно будет дополнен в следующих частях или DLC. Интересная система боя, где вы имеете лишь одну жизнь как и ваши противники. Игра короткая, но, как по мне, это является плюсом. Из-за этого сюжет воспринимается на лету, и при этом требует детального разбора, ибо многие детали не заметны на первый взгляд. Так-же я понимаю, как трудно добавлять разнообразие в подобные игры. В отличии от "Hotline Miami" каждый уровень уникален, имеет свои механики. Игра не ощущается затянутой из-за этого, за что стоит поблагодарить разработчика, что вложил в игру свою душу.… Expand
  29. Nohkan
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Awesome abilities, nice music and good environment. Totally recommended, i love it.
  30. Eldar_330
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра,игра проходиться одним вдохом,очень хороший дизайн интерфейс саунтрек в стиле японский-америкаского стиля киберпанка.Очень доволен что прошёл эту хорошую игру.
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#36 Best PC Game of 2019
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#26 Most Discussed PC Game of 2019
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#28 Most Shared PC Game of 2019

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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. GameCritics
    Jun 21, 2019
    85
    Katana ZERO is relatively short action experience, but the fast, brutal, and provocative play left me wanting more — and that’s about the highest praise I can give it.
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  2. 4P.de
    May 13, 2019
    83
    Intense and challenging arcade-action embedded in a great story.
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  3. GameGrin
    May 13, 2019
    85
    Weighing in at over five hours, it’s not the longest game you’ll ever play, but it’s wide open for replayability, and the story is great.
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