Merry Glade

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Merry Glade is a single player action game. It was developed by Anatoliy Loginovskikh and was released on May 11, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Merry Glade" is a first-person puzzle adventure game set in a magical forest. Play as Anatoly, a curious lumberjack, and solve riddles to uncover the secrets of the enchanted woods. With charming visuals and a whimsical atmosphere, this game offers a delightful escape into a world of wonder.

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Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews

music12 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is a fun and bizarre action/puzzle experience with a unique art style and catchy music.
It's short and easy to complete, making it a great option for quick gaming sessions and achievement hunting.
The gameplay features a mix of clever puzzles and entertaining boss battles, providing a light-hearted yet engaging experience.

The game is very short, with some players feeling it lacks replay value and depth.
Controls can be frustrating, particularly during boss fights, leading to some unfair deaths.
The story and gameplay can be confusing, leaving some players unsure of the overall purpose and narrative.

music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for being catchy and enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience with a great soundtrack that complements the cute art style and engaging gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the clever integration of music, noting that it adds to the game's charm despite its short length. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that elevates the game's appeal.
- “For such a savage game, it sure does have catchy music.”
- “A great soundtrack, coupled with beautiful graphics, makes this process much nicer!”
- “A bizarre yet fun little puzzle game with a cute art style, nice music, and carrots.”
story
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The story centers on a rabbit in need of mental assistance, presenting a profound and alluring narrative that is conveyed visually, transcending language barriers. Players appreciate the engaging storyline and charming characters, complemented by diverse gameplay experiences across various missions and battles.
- “- engaging storyline and adorable characters”
- “Seems the story follows a rabbit that really needs some mental help...”
- “It doesn't matter which language you speak, this game is totally visual; its story is told in that way.”
- “Though recondite, the story is, withal, alluring as it is profound.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by a mix of simple mechanics and engaging puzzles, with a relaxing art style and addictive music enhancing the experience. Players appreciate the variety in gameplay through side-scrolling missions, boss battles, and space adventures, though some note that the game is relatively short. The inclusion of gore adds an interesting twist, contributing to the overall enjoyment.
- “Good gameplay, good music, and very addictive; the only thing I don't like about this game is that it is very short. Nah, it does not matter; it's an excellent game.”
- “Gameplay is mostly about navigating puzzles to get to the carrot.”
- “The gameplay varies significantly during the side-scrolling missions, boss battles, and space adventures.”
- “Simple gameplay, and the art style is relaxing.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their captivating and psychedelic visuals, complemented by a cute art style and beautiful design that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the relaxing aesthetic and great soundtrack, although some have noted issues with hitbox accuracy that detracts from the enjoyment. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
- “It's a captivating, psychedelic game that's wondrous in terms of both visuals and functions.”
- “A great soundtrack, coupled with beautiful graphics, makes this process much nicer!”
- “Simple gameplay, and the art style is relaxing.”
- “My only real complaint is that the hitboxes of explosions are much bigger than their graphical radius, resulting in a lot of deaths that I didn't feel were warranted.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized by a blend of absurdity and exaggerated violence, juxtaposed with bright, cartoonish art. Players appreciate its comical elements and twisted sense of humor, which adds a layer of hilarity to the otherwise simple gameplay mechanics. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that enhances the game's appeal.
- “A simple movement puzzler with a handful of shoot 'em up sections and the general tone of a flash game, complete with the bright cartoony art suddenly giving way to hilariously exaggerated violence.”
- “This product is cool, hilarious, funny, comical, and most importantly absurd - I liked it the most.”
- “Underneath the floppy ears and dancing mushrooms are buckets of blood, twisted enemies, and a wicked sense of humor.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the puzzles in the game offer limited replayability, but the inclusion of achievements provides some incentive for players to revisit the content.
- “The puzzles have little replay value, though the achievements do help.”