Mars’ development philosophy is transparent to a fault: known for monthly "brutal honesty" dev logs, they discuss which mechanics failed and which succeeded. For V10 SE, Mars admitted that the cooking/crafting system in V8 was "bloated and stupid," so they removed it entirely, replacing it with a simpler "herbalism" side-game that actually affects the curse progression.
However, this game is not for everyone. If you are triggered by themes of incest (emotional or otherwise), gaslighting, body horror, or coercive control, stay far away. This is horror that hurts. forbidden kin v10 se by dumb koala games
But if you are a fan of artistic risk-taking—if you believe that video games can explore the ugly, forbidden corners of the human heart without glamorizing them—then V10 SE is a masterclass in tension. Dumb Koala Games has taken a diamond in the rough and polished it until it draws blood. Mars’ development philosophy is transparent to a fault:
8.7/10 Where to find: Search for "Dumb Koala Games" on Patreon or Itch.io. Avoid unofficial download sites; V10 SE contains anti-piracy measures that corrupt your save file at the final boss. Disclaimer: The game described is a creative work of fiction. The developer, Dumb Koala Games, recommends that you read all content warnings before playing. If you are triggered by themes of incest