Kamiwaza is full of cryptic and uneven mechanics, and i can't help but love them. you roam around familiar areas robbing similar items while hopping around in plain sight like a maniac and sometimes doing a few main story tasks. the stealth system is incredibly fast-paced and works like a sneak-infused stylish combat system. at points, the time-dependent navigation reminded me of a simplified version of the first Pathologic, where you spend long times walking while thinking of your next two or three big actions in order to optimize time. better yet: Kamiwaza kinda works like an immersive sim. everything you do leaves consequences behind that influence both the gameplay and the route you take in the story. it was surprisingly inventive.

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2022


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