Message Quest

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Message Quest is a single player casual role playing game with fantasy, comedy and kids themes. It was developed by Royal Troupe and was released on October 22, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

Message Quest is a tiny stained-glass point-n-click adventure about laziness and her herald. Imagine yourself as the main hero’s conscience, the one that must make him work when all he wants to do is sleep.

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83%Audience ScoreBased on 459 reviews

story155 positive mentions

replayability5 negative mentions

Unique and beautiful stained glass art style that creates a visually stunning experience.
Charming, humorous story with engaging and lovable characters, suitable for both children and adults.
Simple, casual gameplay with easy but varied puzzles and light turn-based combat; good for a relaxing short play session.

Very short game length, around 1 to 2 hours, leaving players wanting more and feeling the story is incomplete.
Some awkward or clunky controls, especially the dragging mechanic, and the requirement to click every speech bubble can feel tedious.
Puzzles are very easy and repetitive, lacking depth or challenge, making the game less engaging for experienced or adult players.

story
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The story in Message Quest is charming, lighthearted, and humorous, featuring a unique stained-glass art style and simple but engaging characters. While it is notably short and straightforward—often likened to an interactive children's storybook—it offers an endearing narrative about overcoming laziness, with hints of deeper elements and a cliffhanger ending that leaves players wanting more. However, its simplicity and brevity may not satisfy those seeking a deeper, more complex or prolonged storytelling experience.
- “Beautiful graphics, interesting characters, intriguing storyline, fun puzzles, witty humor, this game has it all.”
- “The story is delightful, supported by colorful, unique graphics.”
- “The story was well developed and pulled me in.”
- “Unfortunately, the story lacked polish; in fact, it almost lacked story altogether; it was a true hodgepodge of story pieces mashed together in a barely coherent plot.”
- “The story is pretty straightforward but feste, with his chronic laziness, short temper and nervous breakdowns, manages to elicit at least a few smiles but offers a good alternative to the usual brave or tragic characters populating the genre.”
- “It's short (a bit over an hour), the "puzzles" are very very simple, the story is nothing to write home about... it feels like a game made for little kids, mostly.”
graphics
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The game’s graphics are widely praised for their unique and beautiful stained-glass art style, which creates a colorful, whimsical, and fairy-tale-like atmosphere that deeply appeals to players. The visuals, often described as charming, vibrant, and refreshing, are considered the game's standout feature, effectively complementing the lighthearted story and humor. While some note minor issues like occasional graphic glitches or simplicity, the artwork consistently receives acclaim for being original and visually captivating.
- “The stained-glass artwork style is colorful and nicely done.”
- “Stunningly gorgeous graphics, fantastic audio, and a novel take on the point-click adventure genre make this a pleasure to play.”
- “It's a charming and entertaining little story with a beautiful yet cute art style.”
- “Overall the game is quite charming, but its unique artstyle deserved much better.”
- “The only problems I ever had were that the art style sometimes made it hard to spot things in puzzles.”
- “Some of the graphics, parts of the writing, some of the sounds, some of the fast-paced humor... unfortunately, various parts of the game are just idle and unpleasant.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is generally simple, casual, and point-and-click based, featuring light puzzles and a few RPG-style battles that some found enjoyable. While the mechanics can feel clunky or awkward at times, especially the drag controls, the overall experience is charming but brief, often lasting around one to one and a half hours. The gameplay is best suited for younger or casual players, with limited challenge and depth, though its integration with story and art style is appreciated.
- “There are various minigames or other types of gameplay that are well integrated, quite simple but enjoyable.”
- “The gameplay is overall very minimal and on the casual end of the spectrum, but fun in its own right and is integrated in the story well.”
- “The gameplay is simple but always effective and precise.”
- “The story was fine, but the gameplay was very clunky and uninteresting, especially the dragging mechanic, which screams of "designed for mobile."”
- “Also point-and-click mechanics were awkward (how do you mess up point-and-click mechanics?) overall, the puzzles (the few that were there) were too easy, or weren't really 'puzzles' but just clicking through dialogue until the story progressed.”
- “[h1][url=store.steampowered.com/app/408280/]Message Quest[/url] is a beautiful storybook featuring charming characters and a strange little tale, unfortunately marred by obediently unimaginative gameplay and derivative puzzles.”
humor
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The game features a charming, cutesy art style paired with clever, witty, and often self-aware humor that appeals to both younger audiences and adults. Its humor ranges from light-hearted and funny dialogues to quirky combat moments and amusing characters, making the experience entertaining despite the game's short length. While some find the humor original and laugh-inducing, a few note it can be mild or inconsistent, but overall it contributes significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
- “Beautiful graphics, interesting characters, intriguing storyline, fun puzzles, witty humor, this game has it all.”
- “Casual, colourful, humorous, and at a very good price, this game is a rare, precious gem that will bring a smile on anybody's face.”
- “My first impression of this video game was “oh my what is this awesome looking game!?!” and I can tell you I was not let down, Message Quest is a unique, funny, creative and very entertaining video game created by indie developers Royal Troupe.”
- “The story itself was okay, though surprisingly, not funny.”
music
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The music in the game is consistently praised for being pleasant, atmospheric, and well-fitting with the beautiful stained-glass artwork and overall relaxing vibe. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a strong point, noting its orchestral theme, enjoyable compositions, and how it enhances the charming, humorous narrative. Though some find the music repetitive due to looping, it generally contributes significantly to the game's mood and immersive experience.
- “The art is beautiful and the music fits the atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack was beautiful and did well in sucking me into the atmosphere of the game.”
- “The artwork, music and sfx mesh together well, forming into an enjoyable experience that makes you crave for more after the game ended.”
- “Puzzles are elementary and the interaction with objects and characters feels a little awkward and clumsy, the music is almost absent.”
- “1.5 hours of my full game experience included listening to music, reading all conversations and possible answers, going to get me some tea, chatting with my husband and such.”
- “The music is rather soothing, and the voice acting is ridiculous... but funny.”
replayability
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The game generally lacks replayability, with most players noting its short length and linear progression offering little incentive for multiple playthroughs. However, its low price and casual, relaxing nature make it worthwhile for a quick, enjoyable experience, especially for completionists or younger audiences. Some suggest that adding unlockables or harder difficulties could enhance replay value.
- “The game brings us back to simpler times in the gaming world and reminds us that we can still have fun and have the replay value be what we define it to be. The game plays itself and encourages the player to choose their own story. While it has a linear progression and leaves little room for branching out, it is worth buying just for the casual and relaxing feel.”
- “A solid hour of entertainment, with definite replayability among children.”
- “For the price, it's a good game and also good for completionists, as it can easily be finished with all achievements and full enjoyment in about a half hour.”
- “It's cute and it made me laugh from time to time, but all in all it's $3 for a dull story that only takes a couple hours to get through and has no replay value.”
- “It's very short (flash-game short), story isn't very compelling (it felt forced, to be honest), no replay value (except for the achievements I've missed)... if you want to look at pretty graphics, go get it on a sale.”
- “While the feel of the game is great, this is also a game that I beat in barely over an hour (with all achievements); there's not much replay value in the game from my point of view, and the biggest gripe I have is that there isn't more to this game.”
atmosphere
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The game features beautiful art and a fitting, often cozy fairy tale atmosphere enhanced by a relaxing and immersive soundtrack. Its humor and sound design contribute to an enjoyable, engaging experience, with many reviewers praising the cohesive blend of visuals and audio. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a strong and memorable aspect of the game.
- “The art of this game is simply amazing and it fits well the general fairy tale atmosphere.”
- “The game is full of humour and has a (mostly) relaxing atmosphere and soundtrack.”
- “Definitely easy, the atmosphere, music and graphics are a masterpiece.”
- “It takes you out of the atmosphere.”
emotional
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The game offers a heartfelt and touching emotional experience with adorable characters and a charming art style, making it enjoyable for both adults and children. While the story is short and may lack depth, it is funny and heartwarming, effectively conveying emotions through expressive visuals and unique vocalizations. Overall, it provides a sweet and memorable emotional journey.
- “A very short child-like adventure, but nevertheless heartfelt and worth checking out if you have a moment to spare.”
- “Overall, it's a great game for adults who enjoy a heartwarming tale, but it would also be perfect to play along with your kids.”
- “The artwork is stunning, the story is touching, adorable and has some funny moments thrown in.”
character development
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The game features unique, stained-glass-inspired character designs that are both simplistic and charming. Despite its short length, it delivers surprisingly rich and engaging character development for the main cast, making the characters fun and memorable.
- “And I am absolutely astonished at how much character development they managed to cram into such a small game.”
- “The characters are fun and interesting, and there's a nice amount of character development to the main few, which is surprising for such a short game.”
- “Simplistic but unique character design which you would fall in love with.”
grinding
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Grinding in the game is minimal and never feels tedious or overused, offering a welcome break from typical filler content. While puzzles are varied and generally engaging, some suffer from unclear mechanics and require trial-and-error, which can lead to occasional frustration.
- “Dragging festus across the screen was tedious; the actual puzzles didn't include any guidance on how their UI worked (sometimes you dragged, sometimes you clicked, etc., and you just had to try things randomly until you figured it out); and most of the so-called puzzles were completely opaque and you just had to click on things in the scene randomly until the right stuff happened.”
- “Never particularly challenging or needing exploration, a few clever systems, they are never overused to the point of grinding.”
- “So many games have tedious grinding and filler that a short but endearing game is very welcomed, and of course the game has genuine puzzles too and not just the usual 'find the key' puzzles.”
stability
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The game offers a charming and immersive world but suffers from stability issues, including frequent freezes and bugs that can disrupt the experience. Despite these problems, the overall atmosphere remains warm and engaging.
- “Buggy.”