Kaze and the Wild Masks

 PlayStation 4
User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 29
  3. Negative: 6 out of 29
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  1. fcarreira10
    Mar 27, 2021
    9
    Do you like Donkey Kong? If your answer is Yes, I do, buy this game. It’s clearly inspired by the classic nintendo game, but somehow it still very original. Very well designed, beautiful graphics, spot on gameplay, and what I mean by that is that when you die it isn’t because of the game not responding to your controller, it’s just because you failed. Nice story, with beautiful drawings.Do you like Donkey Kong? If your answer is Yes, I do, buy this game. It’s clearly inspired by the classic nintendo game, but somehow it still very original. Very well designed, beautiful graphics, spot on gameplay, and what I mean by that is that when you die it isn’t because of the game not responding to your controller, it’s just because you failed. Nice story, with beautiful drawings.
    Very happy for what I pay and for what I have got. Very well talented people creating Kaze and the Wild Masks. I think they are a Brazilian developer.
    9/10. I just not going to give a 10, because there is always room to improvement, and I was missing that command of run, but it’s not big deal, not even close to a problem. I hope everyone enjoy it, because it can be very big on the future.    … Expand
  2. Reinhaert
    Jul 18, 2021
    10
    An excellent game inspired by classic platformer Donkey Kong Country (especially 1 & 2, for me the best). I hope they do well, we could use more games like this again. Pure fun, satisfying to complete 100%!
  3. Schueli
    Aug 11, 2022
    8
    Richtig netter, kleiner 2D-Plattformer mit schöner Grafik. Kann ich für Fans des Genres empfehlen.
  4. SuperkenGaming
    May 2, 2021
    7
    Starts out great 8/10 becomes needlessly difficult and repetitive 7/10 :)))))
  5. Pharmboy
    Jun 1, 2021
    9
    For 1/3 the price of donkey kong its is a 9/10 review. I hate when reviews hold games to AAA standards when they dont charge AAA prices. If this was 60 dol then it would be a 7/10. Still the best 2d platformer ive played in years
  6. CRAZYBEE
    May 8, 2021
    10
    It's a great 2d platformer! It's like Donkey Kong Country, but on Playstation! Masterful
  7. bergcamp1001
    Jun 4, 2023
    8
    I really hope they will do a sequel.. Game is very smooth and satisfying. Enjoyed a lot!
  8. Chrispy_James
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    Amazing classic DKC style tribute that has its own unique charm, reminds me so much of my childhood when games had real character & challenge! Definitely worth a purchase
  9. Warrior_of_Doom
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
    and the overall experience.

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#33 Best PS4 Game of 2021
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#43 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2021

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. GameCritics
    May 27, 2021
    85
    Overall, Kaze and the Wild Masks is an exceptional 2D platformer that iterates on the systems and concepts of its forefathers to create something special. It’s a great title, and one that even the most creative minds at Nintendo should take note of.
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  2. PLAY
    May 4, 2021
    70
    There are quite a few levels, and mastering them can be a challenge as each has not only the letters ‘K’, ‘A’, ‘Z’, and ‘E’ to collect, but also two unique bonus challenges, a special crystal for collecting 100 smaller ones, and time trials. A nicely done Casual mode adds an extra possible shield and additional checkpoints to help everyone bop killer carrots on the head. [Issue#1, p.81]
  3. We Got This Covered
    Apr 14, 2021
    60
    Kaze and the Wild Masks is a competently made, and mostly enjoyable addition to the platformer pantheon. However, its over-reliance on gimmicks from the past only calls to mind stronger efforts.
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