Memento Mori

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Memento Mori is a single player action game. It was developed by Bohemia Interactive and was released on November 9, 2012. It received neutral reviews from players.

Colonel Ostankovich, the commander of a special police department in St Petersburg, and the man who put his honesty at stake by swearing that under his command not an item will get lost in the Hermitage, receives a report of a short alarm failure in the Hermitage. He suspects that something happened. To avoid losing his reputation, he contacts Maxim Durand through Larisa Svetlova. Due to his past,…

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Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews

story35 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features a captivating story with unexpected twists and a mix of psychological horror and mystery elements.
The graphics and atmospheric presentation are well-crafted, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
Puzzles are generally logical and straightforward, allowing players to progress through the story without excessive frustration.

Gameplay can be slow and tedious, with many mundane tasks that detract from the overall experience.
Voice acting is inconsistent and often poorly delivered, which can break immersion and affect character engagement.
Several bugs and technical issues, including unresponsive actions and crashes, hinder the gameplay experience.

story
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and rich in themes like existentialism and predestination, while others criticize its pacing and execution, describing it as confusing or shallow. Many appreciate the character development and plot twists, but some feel the gameplay detracts from the narrative experience, leading to a lack of immersion. Overall, while the story has potential and intriguing elements, its delivery often leaves players wanting more.
- “The storyline explores themes of existentialism, the fragility of life, and the inevitable march towards death.”
- “Each character feels fleshed out, with their own motivations and secrets, adding depth to the overall storyline.”
- “Memento mori is a hauntingly beautiful video game that successfully blends psychological horror, puzzle-solving, and immersive storytelling.”
- “The story doesn't really make any sense, and by the time you get to the ending, you will have a feeling of 'WTF?!'”
- “Even though they had the character explain the entire story and why everything happened at the end of the game, it still made no sense to me at all.”
- “I felt that the story was nothing really special.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the haunting visuals and dark aesthetic that enhance the narrative, while others criticize the quality as subpar for an enhanced version, noting issues like wonky character movements and graphical oddities. Overall, while some appreciate the well-crafted environments and decent animations, others find the graphics lacking in immersion and polish.
- “The game's graphics are exquisitely crafted, with a dark and melancholic aesthetic that perfectly complements the narrative.”
- “That, and the really wonderful graphics in the many locations, fascinated me most.”
- “A lot of work went into the graphic design and it is the only solid gold star I can give this game.”
- “The game started out really boring; I honestly didn't think I was going to finish it. The graphics aren't the best for an 'enhanced' version, and the characters' movements are really wonky, to the point where it was sometimes broken.”
- “A very nice story which simply was not realized as it should have been - this game is a clear example of making a game not immersive - very bad mechanics, bad graphics, bad voice acting (English) - even the short sequences are simply poorly made.”
- “Graphical oddities such as the beaming god rays that emanate from any light source in the game.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the haunting soundtrack for enhancing the atmosphere and emotional depth, while others find it repetitive and occasionally annoying, leading to a need to lower the volume. While the soundtrack is described as captivating and moving, it is also noted that the quality of the music does not always match the voice acting, and some tracks feel out of place or poorly looped. Overall, the music contributes positively to the experience, but it has its shortcomings that detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “The haunting soundtrack further intensifies the atmosphere, ensuring that the game consistently delivers a spine-chilling experience.”
- “+ the soundtrack (also free download with this version), was really nice and moving.”
- “nice detective work, interesting locations and a good, dramatic soundtrack (which felt a bit weird sometimes though as it was looped and didn't fit in a 100%).”
- “I had to turn down the volume when I paused the game because the random music and mumbling would get annoying to listen to for a while.”
- “I did have to turn the music volume down quite a lot though!”
- “The background music is a bit poor and the voice acting is highly variable.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique blend of psychological horror and puzzle-solving elements, while others criticize it for being tedious and poorly executed. Many found the mechanics shallow and the overall experience lacking immersion due to bad graphics and voice acting. Although the game offers some enjoyable moments for point-and-click fans, it is often marred by repetitive tasks and frustrating controls, leading to a generally disappointing gameplay experience.
- “Developed by a talented team of developers, this atmospheric adventure offers a unique blend of psychological horror and puzzle-solving gameplay.”
- “The game successfully strikes a balance between challenge and accessibility, providing a satisfying gameplay experience for both casual and hardcore gamers.”
- “The puzzles overall are mostly logical and have a unique mechanic by allowing you to rotate around objects to find clues, information, or switches, which adds a nice element that 2D counterparts don't or aren't able to showcase.”
- “A very nice story which simply got not realized as it should have been - this game is a clear example of making a game not immersive - very bad mechanics, bad graphics, bad voice acting (English) - even the short sequences are simply poorly made.”
- “The gameplay, although very easy to pick up, was meandering for the most part and littered with chores to keep the player busy for as long as possible.”
- “This game is terrible... camera sucks, the angle, can't rotate, everything... voice over really bad even the gameplay.... not worth its price even if it's already discounted.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of "memento mori" is a standout feature, characterized by a unique blend of psychological horror and puzzle-solving elements that create a spine-chilling experience. The haunting soundtrack and rich narrative enhance the game's immersive quality, making it a compelling choice for fans of atmospheric adventures. While the graphics and dialogues complement the overall mood, some music tracks may not significantly contribute to the atmosphere.
- “Developed by a talented team of developers, this atmospheric adventure offers a unique blend of psychological horror and puzzle-solving gameplay.”
- “The haunting soundtrack further intensifies the atmosphere, ensuring that the game consistently delivers a spine-chilling experience.”
- “Additionally, the game's rich atmosphere and engrossing storyline make it worth revisiting to fully appreciate the nuances of the narrative.”
- “There are occasional deep male vocals accompanied by orchestra, but none of the tracks contribute that much to the atmosphere.”
humor
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The game's humor is highlighted by its quirky characters, particularly Lara, a Russian interpol agent in France, whose amusingly loud commentary contrasts with the stealthy context. Players find humor in the use of outdated technology and the comedic parallels drawn with other games, such as "Still Life," enhancing the overall experience.
- “Enjoyed the game, funny to use ancient technology like CDs in the game.”
- “Lara, who works in France as a Russian Interpol agent, was one of the better characters; she was a bit quirky and funny.”
- “Despite the context of the situation, the character always speaks out loud, which is hilarious when you're supposed to be keeping a low profile.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be mostly tedious, with some parts feeling misleading and repetitive. While the number of locations is manageable and puzzles are straightforward, the overall gameplay experience is often described as lacking excitement, leading to a sense of monotony over the course of about 10 hours.
- “The gameplay is sometimes fun but mostly tedious.”
- “Only 10 hours of tedious gameplay.”
- “Replaying it, I realized that in comparison to other adventures, it can be quite tedious or misleading sometimes.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted to have some bugs and may not appeal to all players, but those who appreciate less polished point-and-click experiences might find it enjoyable, especially when purchased on sale.
- “This game is a bit buggy and not for everyone, but if you're able to enjoy point-and-clicks that are not so well polished, I'd recommend it when it's on sale.”
- “I encountered frequent crashes and glitches that made the experience frustrating.”
- “The game suffers from stability issues, with constant lag and unexpected shutdowns.”
optimization
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The optimization of the game is inconsistent, with users reporting varying performance levels that can be both satisfactory and problematic.
- “Overall, the performance is hit or miss.”
- “The game struggles with optimization, leading to frequent frame drops.”
- “I often experience long loading times and stuttering during gameplay.”
replayability
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Memento Mori's replayability is primarily driven by its intricate puzzles and hidden secrets, despite the absence of multiple endings or branching paths. Players are encouraged to revisit the game to uncover all its complexities.
- “Each playthrough reveals new layers of the story, encouraging players to explore different strategies and approaches.”
- “The dynamic gameplay elements ensure that no two sessions feel the same, making it a joy to revisit.”
- “While Memento Mori may not offer multiple endings or branching paths, the game's replayability lies in its intricate puzzles and hidden secrets.”
emotional
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Reviewers noted that the voice acting effectively conveyed emotional depth, with clear enunciation and distinct foreign accents enhancing the overall emotional experience of the game.
- “The voice acting had clear foreign accents but was still clear both in enunciation and in emotional tone.”