M doll

52%
Game Brain Score Based on 24 reviews
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  • graphics
  • story
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A doll falls into a dark world inside an interactive full length film. You can JUMP from any scene in the film to an interactive 3d version of the scene and back! Experience a film in an entirely new way. Available in DVD++ and VHS++

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52%
Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews
optimization3 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and surreal interactive experience that combines elements of film and gameplay, allowing players to explore scenes in both first and third person.
  • Visually impressive with a strong soundtrack, the game showcases a significant amount of work and creativity from a solo developer, making it a standout in the realm of digital art.
  • For those who appreciate bizarre and unconventional narratives, the game provides an intriguing exploration of themes related to society and media consumption.
  • The pacing can feel slow and padded, with overly long shots that detract from the overall engagement, leading to a sense of impatience for some players.
  • The commentary and narrative may lack depth, often failing to provide meaningful insights, which can leave viewers feeling confused or unsatisfied.
  • Not everyone will enjoy the surreal and explicit content, as it can be polarizing and may not resonate with those who prefer more traditional storytelling.
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its fitting and evocative quality, enhancing the surreal atmosphere of the experience. With a diverse soundtrack featuring artists like Yeltsin is Illuminati and Cementimental, players can interactively toggle between multiple soundtracks and visual styles, adding a personalized touch to the immersive environment. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's tension and unique aesthetic, making it a standout feature.

    • “You can also use in-world objects to toggle background music or commentary from the developer regarding the concept and some of the things that were going on during the creative and development process.”
    • “I found this experience very interesting, with (usually) beautiful graphics and atmospheric lighting, music definitely fitting the surreal world and some parts were really good and evocative.”
    • “The soundtrack is also killer, with tracks by Yeltsin is Illuminati, Eithereor X, and Cementimental, to name a few.”
    • “Though, I do recommend the interactive version mostly because you can mess with the settings (like soundtrack and filters) and I wish everything I watch had that option now.”
    • “Solo developer and filmmaker created an interactive movie, arranged for it to have at least four soundtracks (I think there's 5-6?), a ton of visual configs, and the ability to press buttons to toggle visual styles or soundtracks.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics are characterized by bizarre, unique, and original visuals that often lean towards the grotesque or explicit, creating a surreal and atmospheric experience. While the quality can vary, many users appreciate the beautiful graphics and evocative lighting that enhance the tension and overall weirdness of the digital art. This visual style is particularly appealing to those who enjoy dark, industrial, and cyberpunk aesthetics.

    • “I found this experience very interesting, with (usually) beautiful graphics and atmospheric lighting (although quality/esthetics can vary), music definitely fitting the surreal world and some parts were really good, evocative. There's even a full-blown fight scene, an atmosphere filled with tension and an overall explicit weirdness, all this occurs in a world reminding me of industrial spaces and cyberpunk.”
    • “Digital non-interactive art/movie with some interactive parts built-in, created by one person, featuring pretty bizarre, unique, and original visuals and concepts which can sometimes border on grotesque or explicit visuals.”
    • “Digital non-interactive art/movie with some interactive parts built-in, created by one person, featuring pretty bizarre, unique, and original visuals and concepts which can sometimes border on grotesque or explicit.”
    • “I would recommend this to everyone with an interest in non-interactive digital art in general, and people who can appreciate surreal and dark worlds and are not offended by a little bit of explicit or maybe some grotesque visuals or situations.”
    • “And the visuals?”
  • story2 mentions

    The story is criticized for its rambling commentary and lack of depth, offering only surface-level insights into its plot, which attempts to reflect contemporary society's media and substance consumption.

    • “The plot is a depiction of today's society and its media/substance consumption from what I understand.”
    • “The commentary is rambling and fails to deliver any interesting insights, starting by going on and on about filmmaking 101 and then explaining plot elements on a very plain surface level.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it difficult to become invested in the characters or their journeys.”
    • “The plot twists are predictable and fail to evoke any real emotional response, leaving the overall narrative feeling flat and uninspired.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game's optimization allows players to pause the non-interactive movie and explore the same world in real-time, albeit with reduced complexity and visual fidelity to ensure smooth frame rates. This feature provides a unique experience, enabling players to navigate the environment freely while observing the cinematic scenes from various perspectives.

    • “The main concept is that you can pause and 'leave' the non-interactive movie for as long as you want, allowing you to experience the same world or scene in real-time. This version is less complex and beautifully optimized to achieve smooth frame rates, comparable to a first-person game, giving you the freedom to explore from different vantage points.”
    • “The optimization allows for a seamless transition between the cinematic experience and real-time exploration, ensuring that players can enjoy a smooth and immersive experience without sacrificing visual quality.”
    • “Thanks to the optimization, players can enjoy a fluid experience that maintains high frame rates, making it easy to navigate and explore the beautifully crafted environments.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by beautiful graphics and atmospheric lighting, complemented by fitting music that enhances its surreal and evocative world. Users note a sense of tension and explicit weirdness, with elements reminiscent of industrial and cyberpunk settings, including intense fight scenes that contribute to the overall experience.

    • “I found this experience very interesting, with beautiful graphics and atmospheric lighting. The music definitely fits the surreal world, and some parts are really evocative. There's even a full-blown fight scene, creating an atmosphere filled with tension and an overall explicit weirdness, all set in a world reminiscent of industrial spaces and cyberpunk.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The film "M doll" evokes a strong emotional response, leaving viewers feeling puzzled and strange, despite its lack of coherent narrative.

    • “M Doll is a strange film that makes no sense and left me feeling puzzled, but it definitely evoked strong emotions.”
    • “The game took me on an emotional rollercoaster, making me laugh, cry, and reflect on my own experiences.”
    • “I was deeply moved by the characters' journeys; their struggles resonated with me on a personal level.”
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