Marvin's Mittens

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Marvin's Mittens is a single player action game. It was developed by Breakfall and was released on December 17, 2014. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Marvin's Mittens" is a 2D platformer set in a beautiful, hand-drawn winter world. Collect magic snowflakes to increase your jump and explore to discover secrets and solve the mystery of the missing mitten. The game features charming characters, original music, and various collectibles encouraging exploration and revisiting levels.

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Audience ScoreBased on 134 reviews

music26 positive mentions

Charming and nostalgic, capturing the magic of childhood adventures in a winter wonderland.
Beautiful hand-drawn art style and a delightful soundtrack enhance the relaxing gameplay experience.
Perfect for all ages, offering a non-violent, exploration-focused platforming experience that encourages creativity and discovery.

The gameplay can feel repetitive, especially when collecting all the snowflakes, and some platforming sections may frustrate younger players.
The game lacks an options menu for settings like fullscreen, which can be inconvenient for some players.
The daily reset mechanic, where players are called home, can be frustrating and disrupt the flow of exploration.

music
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its enchanting and cozy qualities, perfectly complementing the wintery visuals and overall atmosphere. Many players find the soundtrack to be a nostalgic and soothing experience, evoking feelings of childlike wonder and making it a delightful accompaniment to the gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's charm and appeal.
- “The soundtrack is lovely piano and is convinced these are the most beautiful places in the world, and it does its best to convince you of that too.”
- “An adorable, beautifully animated platformer with a wonderful soundtrack that just wraps you in its magic from start to finish.”
- “The whole thing is done in beautiful hand-drawn art, and the soundtrack is pure magic.”
- “The music is so cozy that I might put the soundtrack on next time my anxiety issues start acting up.”
- “Well, the soundtrack is in on that.”
- “The graphics, atmosphere, music, and the little bit of writing and dialog that there are, all add up to make a great child's game.”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its charming platforming mechanics, where players collect snowflakes to enhance jump abilities, creating a nostalgic and exploratory experience. While some mechanics may feel clunky, the engaging level design and whimsical visuals contribute to a relaxing atmosphere suitable for all ages. Overall, the game successfully evokes childhood memories of adventure in a beautifully animated winter setting.
- “Its adorable art style and engaging gameplay make it perfect for all ages.”
- “Also just in general a really enjoyable and relaxing platformer with an exploratory focus, fun movement mechanics, and collectibles that actually matter.”
- “The gameplay is beautiful, with that nostalgic feeling to it where playing around in the snow was a joyful time as a kid, and this game makes you feel that joyfulness throughout the adventure you are on.”
- “This starts like an average platformer with mediocre mechanics, but soon the game will transport you back to your childhood.”
- “In gameplay terms, it's mainly a fairly casual platformer.”
- “From a gameplay viewpoint, its platforming isn't the tightest, but that works to its advantage.”
graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable, hand-drawn art style that evokes a sense of childhood imagination and charm. Reviewers highlight the beautiful visuals, atmospheric wintery settings, and engaging character animations, all of which contribute to a relaxing and enchanting gameplay experience. Overall, the combination of cute graphics, a delightful soundtrack, and thoughtful level design creates a visually stunning and immersive environment.
- “The graphics and artwork are incredible as everything was hand drawn.”
- “Enchanting graphics and score backed up by intelligent level design and smooth gameplay.”
- “The graphics, atmosphere, music, and the little bit of writing and dialog that there are, all add up to make a great child's game.”
- “I admit, I didn't expect much going in; some rudimentary platforming, a cute aesthetic, some low-budget animations... but that's not what I got.”
- “Would you laugh if I compared a tiny indie game with a scribbly, hand-painted art style to Journey?”
- “Marvin's mittens has a gentle and loving aesthetic, far better graphics and sound, and the daily reset gives you a nice overall feeling of progression, I guess, but is that really what was holding Seiklus back?”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story centers around Marvin, a young boy on a charming quest to retrieve his stolen mittens, creating a wholesome and enchanting atmosphere reminiscent of a winter bedtime tale. While the narrative is simple, it effectively evokes feelings of nostalgia and joy, complemented by beautiful visuals and a fantastic soundtrack. Overall, the game is praised for its delightful storytelling and immersive experience, making it a perfect choice for fans of chill, story-driven adventures.
- “You play as Marvin, a young boy who has one of his mittens stolen and embarks on a quest to find it, along with a bunch of mittens that were stolen from elves.”
- “The soundtrack, the graphics, and the storyline are just incredibly sweet and enchanting, the perfect game to play to get into the Christmas spirit (or to play at any other point in the year) and to relive sweet childhood memories.”
- “The story combined with the landscape and the music is so magical and wonderful that it makes you feel lost as you explore the delightful world and try to find the missing mitten.”
- “The story itself is nothing to write home about; one of Marvin's mittens got stolen and he's looking for it every day.”
- “The story is quick.”
- “This is more of an interactive story as opposed to a traditional platformer.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with users praising its wholesome and heartwarming nature. The wintery visuals, charming soundtrack, and nostalgic gameplay create a delightful atmosphere that resonates with players, making it a perfect choice for a short, uplifting escape. Many reviewers highlight its suitability for all ages, particularly children, emphasizing its ability to evoke joy and warmth.
- “One of the loveliest and most heartwarming games I have played.”
- “This little jump & run gem is full of joy, nostalgia, and heartwarming moments.”
- “But the simple and heartwarming ending is well worth the effort.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its wintery visuals, enchanting design, and fantastic soundtrack, creating a relaxing and wholesome experience. Reviewers highlight the nostalgic and cute storyline, along with minimalistic gameplay, which collectively contribute to a charming and immersive ambiance. Overall, the atmosphere is described as atmospheric, fun, and appealing, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The wintery visuals are nice and atmospheric, the story is wholesome, and the soundtrack is fantastic.”
- “It's a very relaxing and adorable little game, and in my opinion an example of a game that knew exactly what feeling/atmosphere it wanted to capture and then just nailed it.”
- “The backgrounds and levels are wonderfully designed, it has some nice humor and all in all it simply has an enchanting atmosphere about it.”
- “The graphics, atmosphere, music, and the little bit of writing and dialogue that there are, all add up to make a great child's game.”
- “The backgrounds and levels are wonderfully designed; it has some nice humor, and all in all, it simply has an enchanting atmosphere about it.”
- “It's a very relaxing and adorable little game, and in my opinion, an example of a game that knew exactly what feeling/atmosphere it wanted to capture and then just nailed it.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is well-executed and charming, featuring a variety of amusing elements and whimsical designs that enhance the overall experience. Players can discover a range of funny ideas throughout the levels, contributing to an enchanting atmosphere that keeps the gameplay light and enjoyable.
- “There is nothing new, but it's solidly executed, and there is a lot of humor and cuteness to discover in Marvin's world.”
- “The backgrounds and levels are wonderfully designed, it has some nice humor and all in all it simply has an enchanting atmosphere about it.”
- “For me it was a very nice game experience, where the main gameplay is often loosened by funny ideas: who has detected all the funny things: the dragon, the frozen pirate ship, the rocky flying mitten, the eagle on top of the taller mountain, and at last even the reindeer?”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is generally well-received, with gameplay mechanics that encourage performance improvement through collecting snowflakes. The music enhances the experience, although the frequent interruption by the save-sleep-rest song may become repetitive for players. Additionally, the design cleverly limits playtime for younger audiences.
- “The gameplay is like a jump 'n' run where you collect snowflakes to achieve better and higher performance in your jumps; the music perfectly fits the scenery and is truly worth listening to - even the save-sleep-rest song, which you hear more often than you'd like, because after 5-10 minutes of gameplay, Marvin is called by his mother to go to bed (a good idea for limiting playtime for younger ones).”