KarmaZoo
Released: 11/14/2023
Score Breakdown
78.0
Critic Average
19 reviews
87
Steam User Score
1,370 reviews
N/A
Metacritic User Score
Disparity Breakdown
78 vs 87
Average of both sources
Review Disparities
Each point represents a critic review. Hover for details. Positive = critic higher than users. Negative = critic lower.
1/25/2024
Late Review“How does a bunch of angry-cultured swin'I mean individuals respond to a colorful roster of unbelievably cute, pixelated creatures? Well exactly that is an experiment codenamed Karmazoo, conducted by the developer Pastagames. Their newest game is not only adorable, artsy, and full of fun 2D platforming, but also offers a unique twist for the online cooperation gaming space. This hilarious adventure will offer huge amounts of fun to any online or offline enthusiasts, however, in the end, this concept is totally at its players base's mercy!”
75
75/100
12/10/2023
Launch Window“KarmaZoo is a cooperative platformer that manages to entertain in its simplicity and fun, allowing up to ten players to join forces to overcome a series of procedurally generated levels. The rich roster of characters is one of the strengths of the new game experience made by Pastagames, which is characterized by problems related to a game structure that may bore you after a few hours of play.”
78
78/100
12/7/2023
Launch Window“KarmaZoo's unique approach to multiplayer games, emphasizing cooperation over competition, sets it apart in a market saturated with Battle Royale and other competitive game modes. Its charming pixel art style, combined with an undercurrent of kindness and positivity, creates a delightful experience. The game's long-term success, however, depends on the formation of a dedicated online community, which is always a daunting challenge for games of this type. As it stands, KarmaZoo is one of the most enjoyable multiplayer platformer experiences we have played in a while.”
70
70/100
11/29/2023
Launch Window“Colorful, lively, fun: KarmaZoo turned out to be a pleasant surprise that, although not rich in content, will make your gaming sessions enjoyable and relaxing. The project's ambitions, while contained, are fully fulfilled in simple yet functional gameplay, which is also why we hope to see an expansion of the experience with future updates.”
80
80/100
11/29/2023
Launch Window“Veteran French studio Pastagames dares with an eccentric approach to online multiplayer full of opportunities for cooperation, fascination and pure laughter.”
100
100/100
11/24/2023
Launch Window“KarmaZoo is great for relaxing and is an excellent way to wind down after a long day by yourself, or with friends.”
80
80/100
11/22/2023
Launch Window“KarmaZoo has a proposal that in practice only works by playing with friends. It's almost impossible to complete and have fun with randoms. In the end, it's an interesting platform game, with a unique concept, but honestly it's only worth playing with acquaintances.”
70
70/100
11/22/2023
Launch Window“Karmazoo is a wonderful cooperative puzzler that encourages wordless teamwork in a way that should lead to chaos but instead results in elegant simplicity - most of the time. With its cute sense of humor and even cuter character designs, there’s a huge amount of appeal in simply unlocking and trying new characters, of which there are many. A game about being polite to strangers is as twee as it sounds, and it’s a tweeness I’m absolutely here for.”
95
95/100
11/19/2023
Launch Window“KarmaZoo is a game that requires kindness, cooperation and selflessness to perform at its best. While you won't learn these things from every player you meet online in this game, finding the right team in KarmaZoo can be as crazy as it is fun. With a few tweaks to its teamwork mechanics, KarmaZoo can certainly achieve salvation from samsara, but for the time being there are still a few too many problems.”
70
70/100
11/18/2023
Launch Window“In the right situations, KarmaZoo can be fun, but it relies heavily on helpful characters and other people.”
60
60/100
11/17/2023
Launch Window“Inherently multiplayer games are always a risk, but there’s no doubt this truly cooperative platformer is pleasant”
79
79/100
11/17/2023
Launch Window“All that said, KarmaZoo gets a lot more right than it doesn't. Ultimately, it succeeds in delivering a simple but fun experience, and its clever design means players behave positively and altruistically. If you're looking for an online game with good vibes and friendly co-op, this is it.”
70
70/100
11/15/2023
Launch Window“Proving that we can all get along, KarmaZoo is a unique co-op platformer that focuses more on altruistic actions than personal glory. With gorgeous presentation and a set of fun cooperative mechanics, this is an online experience that breaks moulds and makes you feel all warm and fuzzy.”
85
85/100
11/15/2023
Launch Window“KarmaZoo is a charming and cute platformer that places co-operation and togetherness at the forefront of an experience that, without a keen community, could be a fleeting one. And that'd be a shame, because both Loop and Totem serve up an undeniably fun way to stay on the universe's right side.”
70
70/100
11/14/2023
Launch Window“KarmaZoo’s creativity and ingenuity make it incredibly appealing, especially when layered with its humorous character and charm. However, whether you can stick it out for the long haul to enjoy the game at its fullest is another matter entirely. There is plenty to love and I’d recommend it for any social night, but I don’t think we would ever stick with it long enough to unlock even half the avatars.”
60
60/100
11/14/2023
Launch Window“KarmaZoo is a game that requires friendliness, cooperation, and altruism to progress. While you won’t find that in every player you match up with in this online-only experience, getting the right team in KarmaZoo can be a fun, rewarding, and silly experience. While I can’t speak for my online teammates, I found the game very zen and an utterly frustration-free experience.”
80
80/100
11/14/2023
Launch Window“KarmaZoo is a fun little co-op puzzler that’s great to play with friends, but not really one I can see maintaining an active playerbase for those tackling it with randoms.”
80
80/100
11/14/2023
Launch Window“KarmaZoo is a lovely co-op adventure that has some outstanding visuals, alongside tremendous platforming. But it may get repetitive fast due to a lack of game modes.”
80
80/100
11/14/2023
Launch Window“KarmaZoo is such a fun approach to online multiplayer games, that rewards you for being a good teammate. With great characters, the KarmaPass, and gameplay, you must play this!”
100
100/100
