Manglepaw
- May 10, 2022
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Get on itch.io Store"Manglepaw" is a first-person point-and-click adventure game with a spooky atmosphere and surreal environments. Explore the cryptic building to uncover the mysteries of its various rooms, complete puzzle minigames, and meet its strange denizens. With most of the station accessible from the start, players can take their time meeting characters and potentially finding their artistic muse.
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- The game features surreal and charming environments that create a captivating atmosphere.
- It successfully captures the essence of early 3D point-and-click adventure games, with engaging writing and lovable characters.
- The puzzles are straightforward and not tedious, making it accessible for players who enjoy a casual gaming experience.
- The game is quite short, which may leave some players wanting more content.
- There are slow loading times between screens that could frustrate some players.
- The game contains visual depictions that may be off-putting or triggering for certain individuals.
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its amazing quality, despite being short and somewhat repetitive. It effectively enhances the gameplay experience, encouraging players to stay engaged, and is noted for its surreal and captivating style that complements the game's art. Many users express a desire for the soundtrack to be available on platforms like Spotify for easier access.
“Despite the music being short, it is amazing.”
“Pretty standard point-and-click gameplay enriched with very wonderful and interesting art and music.”
“Bro, is there anywhere to listen to the soundtrack on its own? It's great.”
“Edit, please put the OST on Spotify even though each song is really short.”
“The soundtrack, while repetitive, encourages the player to stay on the move, harnessing a simple aspect that could be considered a fallacy, and turning it into something that pushes the player forward.”
“It mimics the weird surreal LSD-crazed design that was common at the time, along with similarly LSD-crazed music, artwork, and 'story'.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their pleasing aesthetic, blending familiar comfort with bizarre surrealism reminiscent of 1990s edutainment. The visuals effectively capture a surreal, LSD-inspired design, enhancing the overall experience and performing well on platforms like the Steam Deck.
“The overall vibe and aesthetic is pleasing - a perfect mixture of comfy familiar and esoteric bizarre.”
“I liked the surreal graphics and vibe, and it works well on Steam Deck!”
“It mimics the weird surreal LSD-crazed design that was common at the time, along with similarly LSD-crazed music, artwork, and story.”
“Manglepaw is a heartfelt point-and-click adventure that offers the kind of surreal, 1990s edutainment-adjacent experience you might expect from the visuals on the store page.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its clarity and engaging surrealism, effectively mirroring the psychedelic themes present in the game's design, music, and artwork. Players appreciate the absence of a checklist, allowing for a more relaxed and immersive experience that is easy to revisit.
“The storyline was great and not cluttered, with the lack of a checklist making it easy to walk away from and easy to return to.”
“It mimics the weird, surreal, LSD-crazed design that was common at the time, along with similarly LSD-crazed music, artwork, and story.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The narrative is filled with clichés and fails to offer any fresh perspectives.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving players disconnected from their motivations.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find that while the puzzles in "manglepaw" require patience, they are not overly tedious and can be solved without external help. However, the game emphasizes exploration and world-building over puzzle-solving, suggesting a lighter focus on grinding through challenges.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as a standard point-and-click experience, enhanced by captivating art and music that elevate the overall immersion.
“Pretty standard point-and-click gameplay enriched with wonderful and interesting art and music.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Manglepaw is praised for its heartfelt storytelling and emotional depth, reminiscent of 1990s edutainment games, providing players with a surreal and engaging experience.
“Manglepaw is a heartfelt point-and-click adventure that offers a surreal experience reminiscent of 1990s edutainment, beautifully reflected in its visuals.”
“The emotional depth of the characters in Manglepaw truly resonates, making every decision feel impactful and personal.”
“Playing Manglepaw evokes a range of emotions, from nostalgia to joy, as it masterfully weaves storytelling with engaging gameplay.”
