The Kindeman Remedy
Doctor Carl Kindeman has lost everything. Scorned and hated by the entire medical community for his “questionable” methods, he accepted a miserable job in an appalling prison.
But that is all part of the plan. Here, he will restore his lost reputation. Here, no one will notice his experiments.
Be the Monster
Doctor Kindeman would do anything to restore his reputation. Anything.
Do with the inmates as you please. Let them die screaming on the electric chair, or save them…only to use them for your research afterward. Melt their bones, burn their intestines, or simply maul them to death: you are a genius, and they are just your guinea pigs.
It feels good to be bad…but do you have the stomach for it?
Physician, manage Thy Lab
Being an evil doctor is hard work: upgrade and use eight different rooms, manage your resources, play with poisons, drugs, and hazardous substances, and conduct secret experiments.
It is a lot to handle, but you are not alone. Sister Anna is there for you. Always. And always ready to do just what the doctor ordered.
A Story-Driven Madness with Multiple Endings
A dark story populated with complex characters adds depth to this gut-wrenching experience, raising disturbing moral questions and showing us the other side of evil: humanity.
Multiple endings and unlockable events make the game replayable, leaving the destiny of Anna and Carl in the player’s hands. Whether they fail or triumph is up to you.
Endless Mode
Science cannot be stopped!
The Endless Mode is here for those who love a real challenge.
Perform all your malicious deeds to complete different objectives while avoiding Mr. Black’s ever-guarding eyes. Choose the optimal timing to administer poison pills and drips and to use the Secret Room. Be careful: one misstep and you are done for good!
Steam User 1
It isn't as bad as some of the negative reviews say, but it does have issues.
First off, I'd like to point out the annoying strategy of judging a thing by comparing it to something else. No, this isn't Ravenous Devils, and while Ravenous Devils may be a better game depending on your criteria, The Klingon Remedy should be judged on its own merits. That being said, I may reference RD some just to make my point more clear.
I'll address some of the specific critiques. First up, it's "boring" and "repetitive."
The problem with the Kinkman Remedy here is three fold. One, it's slow as balls, and everyone knows how slow balls can be. The characters are ponderous in their actions and there are a lot of rooms to travel to, meaning gameplay feels sluggish. Two, there is ridiculously long meta game; you have to kill, like, a hundred or more people to get to where you want to go, and that's just a lot of people. I mean, holy shit, I get that the protagonist is a maniac but come on, take a break or cut some corners. Three, Ravenous Devils had a list of recipes you had to remember to craft. This broke up the monotony of the gameplay and required you to use some brain cells, making the play experience less boring and the repetition less stark. This doesn't happen in The Kandyland Remedy; what recipes you do have are bland, unchanging, and, even worse, given generic names like "Compound 1." The effort there is...well.
It almost seems like the devs took RD as an inspiration and decided to expand upon it. In execution, they hypertrophied the wrong aspects. You have more rooms, but these prove to be more of a headache than fun, especially when the camera is painfully slow in panning. You have a larger gameplay loop, but it ends up bogging down when you overstock on one item and end up having to skip time for want of things to do (the inclusion of a skip button is a tacit admission of this by the devs anyway). The Kindergarten Remedy is a great example of how bigger isn't it always better.
Another critique others have levied against the game is that it's too hard, with too many rooms and variables to manage. This is wrong; the game gives you the ability to schedule actions ahead of time, ultimately making the gameplay easier. Once you figure out the loop, it's just a matter of clicking on things in the appropriate order. Compare this to RD, which did not let you schedule actions, and you have a lot more breathing room to think in The Karkosa Remedy.
So, we can be more precise in our critique than "boring" and "repetitive." The game is slow, uninspired, and cumbersome in its size, leaving the player with a rather bland experience.
But it isn't nearly as bad as people say. The Klinkerton Chronicles has solid tonality and is a good example of its genre. The game provides you with the challenge of managing multiple variables under a time crunch; that those variables are mundane and that the characters have a congenital disease that makes them move slowly is bad, but the bones of quality are still there.
And the animations on the characters are absolutely hilarious. Every time the nun walks, she looks like she's dry humping air. This is a trivial issue, but I just have to mention it because I die laughing.
Ultimately, the game is worth its price. It's setting and tone are excellent, the characters are enjoyable for their limited screen time, and the gameplay loop, while slow and taxing, gets the job done.
And the reason I keep sarcastically renaming the game is because I can never remember the title of this game. I have no idea why "Kindeman" gets sucked into a black hole at the center of my mind every time I try to remember it, but it's gone as quickly as it arrives.
Steam User 3
The Kindeman Remedy, is a darkly themed management simulation that immerses players in the morally ambiguous role of Dr. Carl Kindeman. Tasked with conducting unethical experiments within a grim prison setting, the game challenges players to balance medical duties with clandestine research.
Pros:
- Engaging Narrative: The game presents a compelling story that delves into the complexities of human nature and ethical boundaries.
- Unique Gameplay Mechanics: Players must manage daily prison operations while secretly advancing Dr. Kindeman's controversial experiments, offering a fresh take on the management genre.
- Atmospheric Design: The game's art style and sound design effectively create a tense and immersive environment, enhancing the overall experience.
Cons:
- Repetitive Tasks: Some players may find the gameplay loop becomes monotonous over time, as daily routines lack significant variation.
- Sensitive Content: The game's themes and depictions of unethical practices may be unsettling for some audiences.
- Limited Replayability: Despite multiple endings, the core gameplay may not offer enough diversity to encourage repeated playthroughs.
In conclusion, "The Kindeman Remedy" provides a thought-provoking and immersive experience for players interested in exploring darker themes within a management simulation framework. However, its repetitive nature and sensitive content may not appeal to everyone.
Score: 4 out of 5 syringes—sharp and effective, but handle with care.
Steam User 0
Another game where, in order to progress through the story, you need to streamline your system to achieve better results each day, ultimately reaching the conclusion. The concept is solid and the story is enjoyable, although somewhat predictable. The upgrades you receive are exciting at first, but once you reach around 50% completion in your investigation, they start to lose their appeal, and you’ll likely find yourself just wanting to power through to the end. If it’s on sale and you enjoy this type of game, it’s worth checking out.
Steam User 0
i like this game but the story...
But it kinna lag though
but i think i gonna support for the future update
Steam User 2
It's absolutely unique, and thoroughly enjoyable, if you like time management games and bloody gore. Heartily recommended!
Steam User 2
I like it, I'm a big fan of games where everything is happening all at once and you have to juggle where you're going and what you're doing to not miss anything. I can see how others wouldn't like it but I find it fun, I don't even pay attention to the story line, I zone out and enjoy the no brain think tasks of it and I love it sm.
Steam User 1
Surprisingly deep little game. It is very new for me to direct two parallel processes at once, gives me the flow feeling. It's more humorous than brutal, with a good balance between actions, tactical and strategic decisions. I had a great time with it!