Märchen Forest: Mylne and the Forest Gift

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Märchen Forest: Mylne and the Forest Gift is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by PrimaryOrbit and was released on May 16, 2018. It received neutral reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Märchen Forest: Mylne and the Forest Gift" is a charming adventure game featuring Mylne, a young girl with a magical knack for sewing. Players will help Mylne explore a whimsical forest, solve puzzles, and create magical items to protect the forest and its inhabitants from dark forces. The game's beautiful hand-drawn art style and enchanting story make it a delightful experience for all ages.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 93 reviews

story10 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features adorable graphics and a charming story that appeals to fans of cute aesthetics.
The gameplay is split into two distinct parts, with the first half focusing on gathering ingredients and the second half offering engaging dungeon crawling and combat mechanics.
Many players found the game enjoyable and fun, especially for those who appreciate cozy, light-hearted RPG experiences.

The game suffers from repetitive gameplay and a lack of direction, leading to frustration during the initial ingredient-gathering phase.
Technical issues such as bugs, poor camera controls, and a lack of audio settings detract from the overall experience.
Some players felt that the game was not worth its price, citing its short length and the presence of a better version available at a higher cost.

story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
62%
9%
The game's story, centered around Mylne's journey to become a potion master and find her long-lost mother, is described as charming and engaging, though somewhat simple and cliché. Players appreciate the cute art style and the emotional depth in certain arcs, particularly in the second act, which features dungeon crawling and deeper lore. However, some find the pacing slow and the initial fetch quests less compelling, leading to mixed feelings about the overall narrative experience.
- “For a game that costs less than a dollar, it is easily one of my favorites ♥ I loved the story of Mylne and her adventure, and I teared up in some parts of it.”
- “The story follows Mylne, a forest girl who lives with her grandpa after being left with him by her mother.”
- “The art and story are charming, with a sense of humor that made me smile.”
- “Let's be honest, this is a scam, not a game. Only around 4 hours worth of playtime, with the rest of the story being in a DLC that's not even in English. The remake costs four times the price of this, even with the discount for owners of this version.”
- “Some story sections are hard because of a general lack of direction and at times badly explained mechanics that can leave the player feeling confused, but the game is not difficult to beat.”
- “First two hours consist of linear fetch quests in a tiny locale, then it turns into a boring dungeon crawler that I didn't bother finishing.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
77%
10%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a cute, cartoonish art style that many players find charming and well-suited to the game's story and setting. While some reviews note that the graphics are basic and reminiscent of older console titles, others appreciate the colorful and well-drawn visuals, describing them as nostalgic and appealing. Overall, the graphics evoke a sense of simplicity and charm, making the game enjoyable despite its technical limitations.
- “The graphics are very cute, colorful, and very well drawn art.”
- “Cute, aesthetic and charming graphics; simple story and distinctive characters with their interesting and funny stories.”
- “The graphic style of the game fits very well with the story and setting and reminds me very much of games such as Final Fantasy 3 & 5 DS and Secret of Mana remake games, probably about PS2 era graphics.”
- “This is the legacy version of the game, with lesser graphics and less game involved.”
- “For both parts of the game, the graphics are basic if a little outdated.”
- “I think the 3D model quality in this game, and the graphics in general, are pretty bad.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
41%
14%
The music in the game is generally well-received, described as cute, solid, and fitting for the game's aesthetic, with some tracks being particularly praised for their peaceful and calming qualities. However, players noted the lack of sound control options, leading to repetitiveness and frustration for some. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the game's charm, despite some players wishing for the ability to customize their listening experience.
- “The characters/NPCs are interesting because all of them have their own stories and quests, the art is so good and the music slaps too.”
- “The soundtrack is so peaceful and calming.”
- “The music in the game fits it perfectly and the character designs are very cute.”
- “To start, there are no controls to adjust sound settings. The in-game music is cute but gets very repetitive and annoying.”
- “There's no way to turn off the music or sound effects. While you can mute your computer, there are times when I want to listen to my own music.”
- “The music, while not owned by the developer, is placed perfectly.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
62%
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Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of experiences, with some players enjoying the simple, reflex-based battle mechanics and fun dungeon crawling, while others criticize the slow pacing and lack of clear direction. The game features charming dialogue and engaging minigames, but some players found the mechanics overly simplistic and the difficulty progression uneven. Overall, while the gameplay can be enjoyable, it may not appeal to those who dislike slow-paced or repetitive elements.
- “I found the difficulty upgraded quite a bit each floor and the fighting mechanics required some reflexes and took a bit of getting used to.”
- “The dungeon crawling part of the game was very fun: simple reflex-based battle mechanics, but it was still challenging.”
- “It's so clearly made with a lot of love, the dialogue is charming and the gameplay kept me guessing.”
- “Tried to endure the painful gameplay a little bit more, but I couldn't.”
- “But, I have to warn you: don't buy or play this game if you don't like slow gameplay and backtracking a lot in a small level.”
- “Some story sections are hard because of a general lack of direction and at times badly explained mechanics that can leave the player feeling confused, but the game is not difficult to beat.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humor, featuring a mix of funny elements, charming graphics, and distinctive characters with amusing stories. Players find the humor to be effective and enjoyable, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere, despite some clichés in the plot. Overall, the humor enhances the game's appeal, making it a source of good laughs.
- “The atmosphere of the game is also great; there is good humor and the necessary serious moments.”
- “Cute, aesthetic, and charming graphics; simple story and distinctive characters with their interesting and funny stories.”
- “The art and story are charming with a sense of humor that made me smile.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the first half is easy and the second half becomes more tedious, many appreciate the rewarding feeling of character progression and overcoming challenges. The grinding is considered less tedious than typical JRPGs, though it does involve significant backtracking and a learning curve in combat. Overall, it appeals to fans of grind-heavy RPGs.
- “Difficulty is easy in the first half and tedious/medium in the second.”
- “Though there were times I was just grinding, it's not as tedious as generally expected from JRPGs.”
- “The combat takes a bit to get used to and there's a fair bit of grinding and backtracking involved with the dungeon.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its adorable and heartwarming qualities, making it one of the most wholesome experiences on Steam. While the DLC lacks proper closure and an epilogue, players feel satisfied by the emotional resonance of the ending scenes.
- “This game is absolutely adorable and heartwarming.”
- “The DLC doesn't really give proper closure in terms of plot, and the lack of an epilogue chapter other than the ending cutscenes and animations can be overlooked as those that stuck with this game to the end know which particular scene from the ending credit roll will fill the majority of your emotional needs.”
- “This is the most wholesome game on Steam.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report stability issues, particularly noting that the game frequently freezes upon exit, necessitating a force close via the task manager.
- “The game frequently freezes on exit, forcing me to close it through the task manager.”
- “I experience constant crashes that disrupt my gameplay experience.”
- “The stability issues make it nearly impossible to enjoy the game without interruptions.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is well-crafted, balancing humor with serious moments to create an engaging experience.
- “The atmosphere of the game is fantastic, blending humor with the necessary serious moments perfectly.”
- “The game's atmosphere immerses you completely, creating a unique blend of lightheartedness and depth.”
- “The overall ambiance is captivating, drawing players into its world with a perfect balance of fun and intensity.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game has limited replayability due to a lack of randomization, its rich character and immersive environment make it enjoyable enough to experience multiple playthroughs.
- “Though replayability is an issue due to the general lack of randomization, it's filled with enough character that you don't mind playing through everything just to experience the feel of living in Marchen Forest.”
- “After completing the game, I found little incentive to replay it. The story doesn't change much, and the lack of different outcomes makes it feel repetitive.”
- “While the game is enjoyable, the limited choices and predictable outcomes significantly diminish its replayability.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the character designs are praised for their cuteness, the reviews do not provide substantial insights into the depth or progression of character development within the game.

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Märchen Forest: Mylne and the Forest Gift is a role playing game with fantasy theme.

Märchen Forest: Mylne and the Forest Gift is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Windows and others.

Märchen Forest: Mylne and the Forest Gift was released on May 16, 2018.

Märchen Forest: Mylne and the Forest Gift was developed by PrimaryOrbit.

Märchen Forest: Mylne and the Forest Gift has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Märchen Forest: Mylne and the Forest Gift is a single player game.

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