Kao the Kangaroo

 Xbox Series X
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  • Summary: Join Kao on his biggest adventure yet! This time the brave kangaroo has to find his missing sister and solve the mystery of what happened to his long-gone father. He will need to travel the world and confront the famous fighting masters, who are influenced by the mysterious, dark power. OnJoin Kao on his biggest adventure yet! This time the brave kangaroo has to find his missing sister and solve the mystery of what happened to his long-gone father. He will need to travel the world and confront the famous fighting masters, who are influenced by the mysterious, dark power. On the course of his journey, Kao will learn under the guidance of his master - Walt, how to become not only an awesome fighter but also a clever one who uses his head as much as his fists.… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. COGconnected
    May 31, 2022
    83
    Kao The Kangaroo is an excellent 3D platformer that captures the magic of the golden era. The solid mechanics and great level design make this nostalgic adventure a joy. Even though it’s not particularly difficult and sticks to conventions, it will keep you hooked from beginning to end.
  2. IGN Italia
    May 28, 2022
    78
    Simple and fun, Kao the Kangaroo is a platformer that despite having minor flaws is worth playing: it's a fine tribute to the 3D platformers of the heydays.
  3. Video Chums
    May 29, 2022
    72
    I mostly enjoyed my time with Kao the Kangaroo as it brought me back to the early 2000s when 3D platformers were plentiful and memorable. It may not be a shining example of the genre but it's fun enough for those who are nostalgic for the good old days.
  4. Destructoid
    May 27, 2022
    70
    Kao the Kangaroo feels like a game that has more potential that wasn't executed on, but the vibrant visuals go a really long way.
  5. Digital Trends
    May 27, 2022
    70
    Kao the Kangaroo might not be the most innovative, difficult, or narratively satisfying platformer out there, but this game still nails the basics. As such, any fan of modern 3D platformers will find a lot to enjoy with this reboot of Kao the Kangaroo and maybe even be inspired to check out the forgotten classics Kao starred in.
  6. Shacknews
    May 27, 2022
    60
    Despite the issues, bugs, and nitpicks I have with 2022’s take on Kao the Kangaroo, at the end of the day the game is functionally playable, looks gorgeous, and there’s plenty of fun to be had with it especially in regards to platforming and combat.
  7. Movies Games and Tech
    Jun 27, 2022
    60
    Kao the Kangaroo is a classic 3D adventure platformer. Sadly, its reliance on well-trodden mechanics hinders the action. Moreover, there are better examples of the genre. However, its graphics, audio, and variety of environments are fantastic. It's a shame that the rest of the game isn't as inventive or as polished. If they were, this would have been a great game.

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  1. djmak_2006
    Aug 31, 2022
    10
    Kangurek Kao powrócił i to w bardzo dobrym stylu. Grając w nowego Kangurka możemy zobaczyć piękną kolorową grafikę, usłyszeć bardzo dobryKangurek Kao powrócił i to w bardzo dobrym stylu. Grając w nowego Kangurka możemy zobaczyć piękną kolorową grafikę, usłyszeć bardzo dobry soundtrack oraz poczuć nutę nostalgii widząc stare mechaniki znane z poprzednich odsłon tej serii gier :) Polecam serdecznie tą grę dla wszystkich fanów platformówek oraz fanów serii Kangurek Kao. Nie zawiedziecie się!… Expand
  2. Sonic1234
    May 30, 2022
    8
    Cute game, good graphics and the game in general is a classic 3D platform, nothing more nothing less play it if you don't have nothing else toCute game, good graphics and the game in general is a classic 3D platform, nothing more nothing less play it if you don't have nothing else to do
    It's a classic 7/10 game but it's charmy with decent soundtrack and I defenetly love the effects, It's cool so 8/10    … Expand
  4. JDConspirator
    Dec 2, 2022
    7
    A revival of a platformer barely anybody seems to remember turns out to be a colourfully worthwhile adventure with character and charm to boot.

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