Memento Mori

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 37 reviews
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  • story
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A game made for the ones we lost on the way. Experience a surreal, linear walking simulator that explores the themes of death and grieving the passing of a loved one. Waking up in a unknown forest, you find yourself lost and looking for answers, will you find what the clarification you have been looking for or will you find more questions then answers.Dealing with grief and lossA thing that ever…

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70%
Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews
emotional3 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The game features an elegant storyline that evokes strong emotional attachment.
  • It's a short, free walking simulator that offers a unique and surreal exploration experience.
  • The atmospheric levels combine elements of popular titles, creating a visually interesting environment.
  • The game suffers from significant performance issues, often running at low frame rates even on low-end machines.
  • Interaction mechanics can be frustrating, with poorly designed colliders making it difficult to complete tasks.
  • The game fails to effectively convey its themes of grief and loss, leading to a disjointed experience.
  • graphics9 mentions

    The game's graphics have been criticized for poor performance, particularly on older machines, despite not being graphically intense. Players have reported issues such as a lack of resolution and graphics settings, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences with low frame rates and potential visual glitches. Overall, the absence of customizable graphics options has left many feeling that the game does not cater to players with lower-end hardware.

    • “If a game is 20ish minutes long and I can't turn down the resolution or graphics to have a decent playable experience, I think the game just does not care about low-end gamers.”
    • “For example, my own machine is 5 years old and has a graphics card that's just as good to run tough games at 30 fps with minimum graphics.”
    • “Again, this might be a problem of mine, though adding graphics options would be nice.”
    • “The game has poor performance even though it isn't graphically intense, and I also encountered visual effects that I thought were a graphical glitch because of how headache-inducing it looked. It's possible that it looked like that intentionally (I'm referring to the section right before getting in the elevator).”
    • “No option to turn resolution or graphics made this pure hell to play.”
    • “Since Memento Mori doesn't have graphics settings, I've gone through the whole game with 8-10 fps and a debug Unreal warning on the top-left side of the screen saying that the memory of my graphics card was being surpassed.”
  • optimization5 mentions

    The game's optimization is notably poor, with performance issues persisting despite its lack of graphical intensity, often struggling to maintain even 30fps. Players have reported headache-inducing visual effects and a lack of adjustable settings, which exacerbates the experience, particularly in more open areas. Overall, significant performance updates are needed for a smoother gameplay experience.

    • “The trailer above makes it seem like you will be able to hit 60fps just fine, but it's a completely different story in-game; most of the time it's not even 30, so I have no idea what happened with the optimization here, and it only makes it worse when the only setting you have is mouse sensitivity.”
    • “While short, it could use some performance updates to make it a bit of a smoother experience.”
    • “The game has poor performance even though it isn't graphically intense. I also encountered visual effects that I thought were a graphical glitch because of how headache-inducing they looked, but it's possible that it looked like that intentionally (I'm referring to the section right before getting in the elevator).”
    • “The trailer above makes it seem like you will be able to hit 60fps just fine, but it's a completely different story in-game. Most of the time it's not even 30, so I have no idea what happened with the optimization here, and it only makes it worse when the only setting you have is mouse sensitivity.”
    • “It wouldn't be that bad if it had stayed consistent, but making more open areas only hurts the game's performance more, which is wild.”
  • story3 mentions

    The game's story is praised for its emotional depth and elegant, wordless narrative, providing a short yet impactful experience. However, some players have expressed frustration with performance issues that detract from the overall experience.

    • “It's short, it's sweet, it's free, and it tells a nice short story without words.”
    • “The narrative is captivating and keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
    • “I have never been so emotionally attached to a game with such an elegant storyline!”
    • “The story is completely different from what the trailer suggests; it fails to deliver on the emotional depth promised.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game has elicited strong negative reactions from some players, particularly due to the use of "Ave Maria," which is associated with personal grief and bad memories for at least one reviewer.

    • “Ave Maria... I hate this song so much; it brings back bad memories.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express a deep emotional attachment to the game, praising its elegant storyline that resonates strongly with them.

    • “I have never been so emotionally attached to a game with such an elegant storyline!”
    • “The game made me feel a whirlwind of emotions, from joy to heartbreak.”
    • “Every character's journey resonated with me on a personal level, leaving a lasting impact.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often likening the experience to navigating a bad dream.

    • “When the game is working, it's kind of like playing through a tedious bad dream.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and often leaves me questioning why I even started playing.”
    • “I find myself doing the same repetitive tasks over and over, which makes the game feel more like a chore than fun.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere in "Memento Mori" is praised for its immersive and unique design, blending elements reminiscent of "PT" and "Inception." As a walking simulator, it effectively captivates players who appreciate atmospheric exploration, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The game is a walking simulator, so you either already like or dislike these titles. The cool thing that 'Memento Mori' does is the level atmospheres; you get a little mix of 'PT' and 'Inception' thrown in there, which makes it cool to run through.”
    • “The game is a walking simulator, so you either already like or dislike these titles. The cool thing that 'Memento Mori' does is the level atmospheres; you get a little mix of 'PT' and 'Inception' thrown in there that makes it cool to run through.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the experience.”
    • “Despite the intriguing premise, the overall atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real sense of tension or excitement.”
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