Mezmeratu

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Mezmeratu is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Celery Emblem™ and was released on October 29, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A Platform-Hell adventure but with some ROGUE stuff! Discover a new world from the creator of Baobabs Mausoleum, full of surrealistic horror villages, stinky talking characters, impossible rogue platforms and... and a giant fish kidnapped inside an owl's beak. Welcome to Prosciutto Misa!

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Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

music4 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Fantastic visuals and art style, especially in 3D cutscenes and backgrounds.
Great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Fun and unique movement mechanics that add charm to the gameplay.

No save feature, making it frustrating to restart from the beginning after dying.
Short game length with little to no post-game content or replay value.
Unfair hitboxes and poorly designed levels that can lead to cheap deaths.

music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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27%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its great soundtrack and lively compositions reminiscent of titles like LittleBigPlanet, while others find the quality inconsistent, ranging from decent 8-bit tracks to less favorable lo-fi music. Overall, the soundtrack significantly enhances the gaming experience, contributing to its surreal atmosphere and engaging level design. Many players express a desire for the soundtrack's official release in North America.
- “The original soundtrack is bloody spectacular as well.”
- “And of course, the music was very, very good, felt alive in a similar way to how music from LBP sounds.”
- “Extremely difficult but great visuals and music, super punishing but surprisingly fair, expect to replay things a lot as you get better.”
- “The music in this game ranges from decent 8-bit music to bad lo-fi music.”
- “Please, Celery, I need to jam out to the songs without watching the intro over and over.”
- “The art and the music and everything is so off-the-wall surreal, and the level design almost feels like a parody of video games, which builds to this overwhelming, eerie atmosphere.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their fantastic visuals, particularly the 3D cutscenes and backgrounds, which blend trippy designs with influences from retro art styles. While some reviewers note that the gameplay may not stand out without the visuals, the overall aesthetic contributes significantly to the game's appeal, earning it high marks in the visual department.
- “Fantastic visuals, especially the 3D cutscenes and backgrounds. The art is great all the way through.”
- “Visuals are brilliant with some borrowed designs from old hippy artists mixed with new concepts as well.”
- “Its visuals are trippy and well done, and its storyline is off the walls bonkers.”
- “If you strip away the visuals and music, the game itself is like a 4/10, but as a whole experience, I would give it a solid 8-8.5/10.”
- “It also has PSX-styled graphics, and what's not to love about that?”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight that the game features memorable levels and exceptional character design, contributing to a strong sense of character development that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “The character development in this game is truly remarkable, with each character feeling unique and well-crafted.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
- “The depth of the characters and their backstories adds so much richness to the gameplay experience.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users generally find that the game offers little to no post-game content, resulting in minimal replay value. This lack of additional challenges or incentives diminishes the overall longevity of the gameplay experience.
- “There is little to no post-game content, which severely limits the replay value.”
- “The game lacks meaningful replayability, making it feel like a one-time experience.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's not much incentive to play it again.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as unconventional and dreamlike, with a whimsical and chaotic narrative that feels both natural and visually captivating. Reviewers appreciate its trippy visuals and the unique, off-the-wall storyline, even if the cohesion is unclear.
- “The story is in tassels; I liked it. I don't know if there was meant to be a cohesive weaving through, but in a sort of dreamy way, it felt natural to be the way it was.”
- “Its visuals are trippy and well done, and its storyline is off-the-walls bonkers.”
- “The storyline is convoluted and hard to follow, making it difficult to stay engaged.”
- “The characters lack depth and development, leaving the plot feeling flat and uninteresting.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and fails to provide a satisfying resolution.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its surreal art and music, combined with level designs that parody traditional video games, creating an overwhelming and eerie ambiance.
- “The art, music, and overall design create a surreal experience that feels like a parody of video games, culminating in an overwhelming and eerie atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world that feels both familiar and unsettling.”
- “Every element, from the sound design to the visual aesthetics, contributes to a haunting atmosphere that lingers long after you put the game down.”
- “The art and the music are so off-the-wall surreal, and the level design almost feels like a parody of video games, creating an overwhelming, eerie atmosphere.”