Genius Greedy Mouse

About

"Genius Greedy Mouse" is a clay-based puzzle game where you play as a mouse on a quest to eat all the cheese in a large underground world. With over 110 levels across 12 villages, you'll need to use your problem-solving skills to navigate through traps and puzzles to reach your cheese-filled destination. The game is turn-based, allowing you to plan your moves carefully and strategize your way to becoming a true "Greedy Mouse."

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a charming claymation art style that adds a unique visual appeal.
It offers simple and casual gameplay with enjoyable puzzles that can be fun for all ages.
The game is affordable and provides a decent amount of content for a casual puzzle experience.

Many players find the puzzles to be too easy and lacking in challenge, leading to a tedious experience.
The game suffers from minor bugs and issues that can disrupt gameplay, such as difficulty exiting the game.
There is a lack of variety in levels and backgrounds, which can make the game feel repetitive over time.

graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
38%
23%
The game's graphics feature a unique claymation art style that many players find charming and original, contributing to its overall appeal. However, some users note that the backgrounds and assets are reused frequently, leading to a lack of visual variety. Overall, while the graphics are generally well-received, there is room for improvement in terms of diversity and consistency.
- “The graphics are done with images of clay figures, which gives the game a unique art style.”
- “I fell in love with the graphics of this game; the 'clay' style is awesome, a fresh idea in games!”
- “The graphics are really nice and well animated, and the levels are challenging once you have completed the tutorial and maze sections.”
- “The graphics are acceptable.”
- “This is a simple game for the kids; the graphics are made of clay, which makes it funny, but the music is very good.”
- “I love the graphics style, 'claymation type,' which we don't get enough of, sadly.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The music in the game, while enjoyable and fitting well with the atmosphere, is criticized for its inconsistency, often stopping unexpectedly, which detracts from the overall experience. Players appreciate the catchy soundtrack, with some even humming it throughout the day, but many express a desire for a more constant musical presence to enhance immersion. Overall, the music is seen as a strong point, but its sporadic nature leaves players wanting more.
- “I love the graphics and music, although it would be nice if the music was constant, only because I think it fits in so well with the game, and when it's not playing, there is a loss of atmosphere.”
- “I found myself humming the music throughout the day.”
- “Fun little maze game full of little things to learn and claymation, and it's got a great soundtrack of a guy whistling and whispering 'mouse'.”
- “The music (only one song) has a mind of its own and plays whenever it feels like.”
- “Just want to know why the music stops playing.”
- “I still think it's a shame about the music; we need more!”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The gameplay is characterized by smart puzzles and retro mechanics that offer a good challenge, making it suitable for younger players or those new to puzzle games. However, the introduction of repetitive elements, such as missiles and creatures, can lead to boredom over time. Additionally, the lack of background music during gameplay detracts from the overall experience.
- “Strong 3/5 with smart puzzles and good gameplay.”
- “All in all a very good puzzle game with retro styled mechanics which provide a good challenge.”
- “My first few minutes of gameplay involved running around various numbered mazes, gobbling cheese and collecting keys to unlock gates.”
- “The mechanics the game introduces every now and then, like missiles or weird Pac-Man creatures, are interesting but get boring once they appear in every level.”
- “Conclusion: if you are a 10-year-old child and haven't played a puzzle game in your life, I would recommend this to you because of its easy difficulty and simple mechanics.”
- “Maybe there's a delicious nougat center of genuine gameplay hidden under all these layers of protective packaging, but at this rate, I kind of doubt it.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, often feeling that the time spent on repetitive tasks outweighs the actual gameplay experience. The need for extensive grinding detracts from the enjoyment, leading to frustration with the game's pacing and mechanics.
- “Cons: this game became more boring and tedious the longer I played it.”
- “A half-hour of tedious grinding has yielded only 30 seconds of actual puzzle-solving.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely praised for its humor, described as both smart and funny, appealing to a younger audience. The clay graphics and enjoyable music contribute to its comedic charm, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Very smart and funny game.”
- “This is a simple game for the kids; the graphics are made of clay, which makes it funny, and the music is very good.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with users highlighting the impressive graphics and music that enhance the experience. However, some feel that the lack of constant music detracts from the overall ambiance, suggesting that a continuous soundtrack would better maintain the immersive atmosphere.
- “I love the graphics and music; it would be nice if the music was constant, as it fits so well with the game. When it's not playing, there is a loss of atmosphere.”
- “I love the graphics and music, although it would be nice if the music was constant. I think it fits in so well with the game, and when it's not playing, there is a loss of atmosphere.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs that can cause the mouse to get stuck and slow down the menu, making gameplay frustrating. Additionally, glitches prevent players from alt-tabbing out, further hindering the experience.
- “Sadly, while this game looks great and it's fun to putter around the puzzles (even if they are not terribly challenging), it is very, very buggy.”
- “The mouse will get stuck in the 'up' direction, the menu bogs down the game for some reason, and when it glitches, you can't alt-tab out of it.”