Little Meatmo

94%
Game Brain Score Based on 11,862 reviews
  • music
  • gameplay
  • story
Little Meatmo Game Cover
Play in Arcadia
Get on itch.io Store

Little Meatmo is a single-player game with an intriguing story, featuring perfect mechanics, fantastic graphics, and music. However, it is very grinding with plenty of bugs and may elicit strong emotions. This modded version of Runmo lets you play as Meatmo, a character resembling Meatboy, offering splendid replayability. Despite some flaws, Little Meatmo is a unique and engaging gaming experience.

  • Web Browser
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

94%
Audience ScoreBased on 11,862 reviews
music534 positive mentions
grinding35 negative mentions
  • music870 mentions

    The music in "Super Meat Boy" is widely praised, particularly the original 2010 soundtrack by Danny Baranowsky, which many players recommend switching to for an enhanced experience. While the newer 2015 soundtrack is considered less favorable, the game's music is generally described as catchy, energetic, and fitting for its fast-paced gameplay, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment and immersion. However, some players note that the music can become repetitive over time, especially during prolonged play sessions.

    • “The soundtrack is fantastic and I love the cartoony art style, but the gameplay was where Super Meat Boy went afoul for me.”
    • “The music is the greatest OST I've ever heard; it was inspiring how amazing it was.”
    • “The music is so good I bought the soundtrack.”
    • “The music is meh, and it's especially bad in the kid warp zone where it makes me want to kill myself.”
    • “For this reason, the newer console versions are far inferior since they contain a different, and much worse, soundtrack.”
    • “Having to play with the 2015 soundtrack almost ruined the experience for me until I discovered this.”
  • gameplay695 mentions

    The gameplay of *Super Meat Boy* is widely praised for its tight controls, fast-paced platforming, and challenging mechanics that demand precision and skill from players. Many reviewers highlight the game's addictive nature, with a steep difficulty curve that encourages mastery through repetition, while the instant respawn feature minimizes downtime after deaths. Despite some frustrations with specific mechanics and level designs, the overall experience is described as rewarding and engaging, making it a standout title for fans of hardcore platformers.

    • “Super Meat Boy is a fantastic platformer game that provides hours of challenging and satisfying gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is stunning, due to great level layout and superior controls.”
    • “The controls are tight and solid, with your skill greatly increasing as you get used to the simple mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay is unforgivingly hard and even worse your character is a bit slippery.”
    • “However, this leads to everything in the game other than the tight gameplay having low production value, and not feeling as polished as the rest of the game.”
    • “Difficult gameplay would be acceptable if the game was not plagued with unresponsive controls and glitches that send the sprite through walls and floors.”
  • story450 mentions

    The story in "Super Meat Boy" is generally described as simple, humorous, and reminiscent of classic platformer narratives, often likened to a parody of the "damsel in distress" trope. Players appreciate the light-hearted and absurd nature of the plot, which revolves around Meat Boy's quest to rescue his girlfriend, Bandage Girl, from the villainous Dr. Fetus, though many agree that the gameplay takes precedence over the narrative. While some find the story charming and entertaining, others view it as minimal and not particularly engaging, serving mainly as a backdrop for the challenging platforming experience.

    • “Amazing storyline, fast-paced gameplay with heartfelt characters.”
    • “The story is simple, a bit ridiculous and funny, like it should when trying to address the kid market.”
    • “The story is funny and interesting while the gameplay is fun and difficult.”
    • “In my opinion, the whole concept of the story is silly.”
    • “The story and premise are full of juvenile humor.”
    • “The story is simplistic and not something an adult should concern themselves with.”
  • graphics420 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their charming retro aesthetic, with many reviewers appreciating the unique art style and cutscenes that evoke nostalgia for classic platformers. While some note that the visuals may appear simplistic or dated, they effectively complement the gameplay and contribute to the game's overall appeal. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, enhancing the experience despite not being cutting-edge by modern standards.

    • “The game's art style is unique and visually pleasing, with a retro feel that adds to the charm of the game.”
    • “The graphics are extremely polished for an indie title and look great in 1080p, each world has its own distinct art style that plays through perfectly in the game world.”
    • “The graphics are great and the soundtrack deserves a standalone album.”
    • “A classic with the ugliest graphics I've ever seen.”
    • “The graphics come across as lazy rather than as an homage to the classic games that inspired it and the level design is uninspired and repetitive.”
    • “The pallette is dull, the graphics are insipid, and lacking detail.”
  • humor413 mentions

    The humor in "Super Meat Boy" is characterized by its dark, juvenile, and often absurd style, blending slapstick and gore with clever pop culture references. Players appreciate the game's hilarious cutscenes and character interactions, which provide comic relief amidst the challenging gameplay, although some find the humor to be dated or overly crude. Overall, the game's quirky charm and comedic elements enhance the experience, making it a standout title for fans of both platformers and irreverent humor.

    • “The game's humorous tone adds an extra layer of charm, with plenty of jokes and pop culture references to keep players entertained.”
    • “Super Meat Boy is an extremely difficult game, but that doesn't mean it lacks a sense of humor.”
    • “The cutscenes are hilarious and cute, and the music is awesome.”
    • “It has a kind of funny side to it, but it's not funny enough to save you from a very repetitive and boring platformer.”
    • “The humor is unfunny Newgrounds-type stuff.”
    • “It's not funny when you hit the same buzzsaw for the 20th time in the exact same way.”
  • replayability115 mentions

    The game boasts exceptional replayability, with a wealth of unlockable characters, collectibles, and challenging levels that encourage players to return for more. Many users highlight the addictive nature of the gameplay, the variety of secrets to discover, and the ability to improve times and complete challenges, making it a must-play for fans of platformers. Overall, the combination of tight controls, engaging level design, and a plethora of content ensures that players will find themselves coming back for countless hours of fun.

    • “The game also offers a variety of unlockable characters, each with their own unique abilities, adding to the replayability of the game.”
    • “Incredibly challenging and has lots of replay value to beat your best time, get collectibles, beat the game with bonus characters and access bonus stages.”
    • “The insane level design, reactiveness of the controls and epic boss battles make this ultra simple and hyper brainy ride worthwhile with endless replay value.”
    • “The replayability of this game is out the roof!”
    • “This game is alright, the platforming is a challenge yes, and the last bonus world may take you a week or two, but there isn't much replay value with the game as the user-created levels are mostly garbage, and it hasn't been updated in like 4 years.”
    • “The time-trial and item hunting increases replayability considerably; 100%'ing this game is no easy feat.”
  • emotional55 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is a significant highlight, with many players expressing that it evokes strong feelings ranging from joy to deep sadness, often leading to tears. The combination of a heartfelt storyline, challenging gameplay, and relatable characters creates a powerful emotional experience, though some players also mention frustration and anger as part of their journey. Overall, the game is noted for its ability to connect with players on an emotional level, making them feel a mix of triumph and despair throughout their playthrough.

    • “Amazing storyline, fast-paced gameplay with heartfelt characters.”
    • “A heartwarming adventure and story that makes you love life a little more each level you play.”
    • “The story is also very emotionally compelling with each horse that is born into the world.”
    • “Boring story with dry characters. The platforms are placed in various locations and sometimes require luck. If played with a keyboard, the spacebar barely jumps most of the time. It's hard but not fun. I refunded it and wouldn't picture myself buying it again. Dark Souls is at least fun and hard, and you can get good at it; this game isn't that way.”
    • “The emotional impact of the game is nonexistent. I felt no connection to the characters or the story, which made the experience feel hollow.”
    • “Despite the game's attempts at emotional depth, it ultimately falls flat. The narrative feels forced, and I couldn't invest in the characters' journeys.”
  • grinding50 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is frequently described as excessively time-consuming and often frustrating, with players feeling they need "a second life" to endure the repetitive challenges. While some appreciate the intense difficulty and the satisfaction of mastering levels through practice, many find the grinding tedious, particularly due to the trial-and-error nature of gameplay and lack of checkpoints. Overall, the experience can be both rewarding and excruciating, appealing primarily to those who enjoy punishing platformers.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “A bit grindy at times.”
    • “And for a game that prides itself on difficulty, it does everything right in order to make the gameplay actually tough, and not tedious.”
    • “There is a difference between a challenging task and a time-consuming task, and the devs seemed to understand that just grinding the same level until you muscle memory the whole thing isn't fun.”
    • “For me, this game was very stressful and I even found myself screaming in rage over the tedious levels and the constant death.”
    • “You are not allowed the freedom of mastery through intuition, and combined with how you will only be able to get past a hazard by luck until you have gotten past it enough times that your brain can ignore the physics altogether and just get past it like if it was a sequence of button pushes that made a green light go 'good job', this makes a game that is 10% skill and 90% luck, where the luck portion can be converted to 90% muscle memory with extreme amounts of grinding and practice.”
  • stability36 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, unresponsive controls, and game-breaking bugs that significantly hinder gameplay. While some players have managed to enjoy the game despite these issues, many express frustration over crashes, problematic key remapping, and inconsistent performance across different platforms. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a major concern, detracting from the overall experience for a significant number of players.

    • “Runs great on Linux!”
    • “The game has a solid performance with minimal crashes.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the game is during long play sessions.”
    • “The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs/glitches.”
    • “Keyboard remapping is broken even after troubleshooting, so it's quite literally unplayable.”
    • “Biggest complaints were several crashes that occurred for me throughout my time with the game, and a few other save glitches, which was a big letdown for a few levels.”
  • optimization27 mentions

    The game's optimization is a mixed bag, with some players praising its smooth performance even on older machines, while others criticize it for being poorly optimized, particularly for PC. Many report issues such as crashes and inconsistent framerates, suggesting that it feels more like a rushed port rather than a well-adapted title for the platform. Overall, while it offers tight controls and engaging gameplay, the optimization problems detract from the experience for many users.

    • “Hands down my favorite optimization platformer game.”
    • “The soundtrack is diverse and perfectly curated, the visuals are simple to keep performance outstanding even on the oldest of machines, it feels good to play.”
    • “Also, it's one of the most responsive games I've played in a long time; even on my toaster of a computer, it runs smoothly and every press is perfect in-game.”
    • “Decent game, but I can't legitimately recommend this game for performance reasons.”
    • “Poorly optimized by today's standards; really feels like a poorly ported flash game.”
    • “This game was poorly optimized and glitched out several times; my PC is not even that old.”
  • atmosphere17 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its tension, excitement, and nostalgic retro feel, enhanced by an exceptional soundtrack that complements the various environments. While the graphics may not be realistic, they effectively contribute to the overall ambiance, making each level distinct and engaging. Players appreciate the combination of humor, tight controls, and level design, which together create a memorable gaming experience.

    • “It creates an atmosphere of tension and excitement that intensifies the drive of the game.”
    • “The game's soundtrack is also noteworthy and enhances the pace and atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The graphics, sound, and atmosphere all add to the lovely retro feel of the game, and there are a number of unlockable characters, stages, and bonuses to find for the more adventurous.”
    • “I didn't like the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The levels do not differ much, but everyone is happy with its atmosphere and the level of difficulty!”
    • “Finally, I simply want to say that you should buy and try this game because the atmosphere of it brings you back to the times of the immortal Super Mario Bros.”
  • monetization5 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it as a cash grab, particularly for its high price and lack of optimization for PC. However, others appreciate the absence of in-game purchases, noting that the game is straightforward and well-marketed despite its simplicity. Overall, the sentiment leans towards disappointment in the value for money, especially for PC players.

    • “The controls are good, the levels are each unique, and there's no in-game purchases!”
    • “I would not recommend it for the full price because it's just a cash grab. The fact that Team Meat only stuck to the Xbox or PS shows that they don't know how to run a game on Steam or how to make a PC game.”
    • “All in all, a very straightforward game that only appeared to have all this awe and wonder to offer due to its great marketing and advertising, but in reality was very simple.”
    • “No, I do not mean in-game purchases, but in real life.”
Positive mentions (%)Positive
Neutral mentions (%)Neutral
Negative mentions (%)Negative

Buy Little Meatmo

Play time

7hMedian play time
21hAverage play time
4-36hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 29 analyzed playthroughs

Videos

Similar Games