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Kidz

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2018

Should you play it?

Kidz is 2D Side Scrolling style, featuring different mechanic each episode, including Action Horror, Point & Click, and Parkour! 3 kids from the different universe face the same issue. Let's explore their story!

What works
  • Strong narrative with meaningful themes
  • Multiple gameplay styles and endings
  • Free to play
  • Distinctive art styles and music
  • Good replay value
Things to keep in mind
  • Language barrier limits accessibility
  • Some gameplay sections frustrating or poorly designed
  • No save feature frustrates replay
  • Last achievement broken due to external link
  • Lack of english localization

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Disturbed

  • Duck Season PC

  • Indigo Park: Chapter 1

  • HRDINA

  • The Designer's Curse

  • Perfect Vermin

  • Psychopomp

  • [Chilla's Art] Night Delivery | 例外配達

  • Dr. Langeskov, The Tiger, and The Terribly Cursed Emerald: A Whirlwind Heist
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Glitched Out: Chapter 1

  • The Jeffy Game

  • Neglected
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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Kidz: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story, Value. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Competence.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

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    3

    "Players can make a few choices that influence episode outcomes, allowing some control over story progression."

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    "Players choose different story paths and endings, with multiple gameplay styles per episode allowing some freedom in approach."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    1

    "Gameplay is simple with some mini-games and light puzzle elements, not heavily skill-based."

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    "Gameplay includes puzzles and combat with some skill elements, but many players found some parts easy or frustrating due to design rather than skill."

  • Competition

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    -5

    "No evidence of competitive or ranked modes; focus is on personal story experience and exploration."

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    "No evidence of competitive or ranked modes; focus is on personal story experience and puzzle solving."

  • Continuation

    Game with the same Continuation vibe

    2

    "Multiple endings and secrets encourage replaying, but some players find it short and occasionally buggy."

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    "Multiple endings and secrets encourage replaying episodes, though some players found certain gameplay sections frustrating."

  • Cooperation

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    -5

    "Entirely single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative elements."

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    "Entirely single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative elements."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    3

    "Players engage in exploration and discovery of secrets, and multiple endings encourage creative approaches to gameplay."

    Capsule for Cat in the Box Cat in the Box

    "Players explore different gameplay mechanics across episodes and uncover multiple endings, encouraging creative problem solving."

  • Domination

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    -5

    "No social dominance or power over others; experience is solitary and narrative-driven."

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    "No social dominance or power over others; experience is solitary and narrative-driven."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

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    "Players use the game as a means to engage with emotional themes and personal reflection, offering a form of psychological escape and catharsis."

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    "Players engage with heavy themes and disturbing imagery, providing a form of psychological escape and reflection."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

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    "Players engage voluntarily driven by interest in story and themes rather than obligation."

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    "Players engage voluntarily driven by interest in story and themes rather than obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

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    "Encourages trying different choices and exploring multiple endings, though some mechanics and dialogue are repetitive."

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    "Different gameplay styles per episode and multiple endings encourage experimentation with choices and mechanics."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

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    "Players explore multiple narrative branches and uncover story secrets, though within a fixed setting."

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    "Players explore different narrative branches and hidden secrets within episodes, though environments are limited."

  • Expression

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    "Limited customization or self-expression; focus is on narrative and gameplay rather than avatar personalization."

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    "Limited customization or self-expression; focus is on narrative and gameplay rather than avatar personalization."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    2

    "The game features subtle supernatural anomalies and psychological horror elements, adding some imaginative fiction over realistic experience."

    Capsule for Stairway Stairway

    "Game features supernatural and dystopian elements, blending imaginative fiction with realistic social themes."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    -5

    "No social or community features; experience is solitary."

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    "No social or community features; experience is solitary."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    2

    "Players learn story details and improve puzzle solving skills during play."

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    "Players learn story details and puzzle solutions, with some skill improvement in gameplay sections."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

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    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -3

    "Requires focused attention for puzzles and platforming; not suited for casual or background play."

    Capsule for Hob Hob

    "Requires focused attention to puzzles and platforming; not suited for casual background play."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    -4

    "No evidence of forming close social relationships; solitary gameplay experience."

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    "No evidence of close social relationships formed through gameplay; solitary experience."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements present."

    Capsule for FORM FORM

    "No leadership or group management elements present."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

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    "Players unlock multiple endings and achievements, progressing through story and evidence collection."

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    "Players unlock multiple endings and achievements, collecting story clues and secrets across episodes."

  • Relaxation

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    "Game is challenging and tense, but some players find the music and gameplay flow relaxing."

    Capsule for Slash or Die Slash or Die

    "Some players found gameplay frustrating or tense, though others appreciated the atmospheric music and story."

  • Sensation

    Game with the same Sensation vibe

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    "Enjoyable art style, music, and visual effects provide sensory stimulation."

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    "Distinct art styles, music, and disturbing imagery provide sensory and emotional stimulation."

  • Status

    Game with the same Status vibe

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    "No social recognition or status systems; achievements are personal."

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    "No social recognition or status systems; achievements are personal."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    5

    "Strong narrative focus with multiple endings and dark, emotionally impactful themes."

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    "Strong narrative focus with multiple interlocking stories, themes of abuse and societal pressure, and multiple endings."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

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    "Some puzzle solving and planning required, but overall gameplay is straightforward."

    Capsule for INMOST INMOST

    "Some puzzle solving and planning required, but many gameplay sections are straightforward or repetitive."

  • Thrill

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    "Some suspenseful moments and mild tension, but no intense thrills or scares."

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    "Some suspenseful and disturbing moments, but overall not highly scary or thrilling."

  • Value

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    "Free to play with extensive content and replayability offers high perceived value."

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  • Violence

    Game with the same Violence vibe

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    "Some horror elements involve implied violence but gameplay focuses on puzzle solving rather than combat."

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    "Includes combat elements such as shooting ghosts, but violence is mild and mixed with puzzle gameplay."

  • Survival

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    "Gameplay involves avoiding being knocked out and managing attacks, though risk is lighthearted."

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