Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell

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Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell is a single player action game. It was developed by ALICE IN DISSONANCE and was released on February 19, 2018. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell" is a surreal puzzle-platformer game with a unique narration style. You play as a character named Alice who enters a dreamlike world, where you must navigate through complex levels and solve challenging puzzles to progress. The game features hand-drawn art and an Alice in Wonderland-inspired atmosphere, with a captivating soundtrack and intriguing storyline that will keep you engaged till the end.

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story69 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features stunning watercolor art and a beautifully composed soundtrack that enhances the emotional experience.
The narrative, while short, is deeply moving and explores complex themes of happiness, innocence, and the challenges of growing up.
Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell is praised for its unique presentation, resembling an interactive picture book that immerses players in its enchanting world.

The game is quite short, with a playtime of only 1.5 to 2 hours, which may leave some players wanting more content.
As a kinetic novel, it lacks player choices and branching storylines, which might not appeal to those looking for more interactivity.
Some players found the story's darker themes and moments unsettling, which may not align with the expectations set by its fairy tale presentation.

story
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The story of *Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell* is a beautifully crafted, short kinetic visual novel that follows two orphaned children escaping their harsh reality with the help of a fairy. While it presents itself as a whimsical children's tale, it delves into deeper themes of happiness, fear, and personal growth, resonating with mature audiences through its emotional depth and artistic presentation. The game has received widespread acclaim for its stunning visuals, evocative soundtrack, and poignant storytelling, making it a memorable experience despite its brevity.
- “The story follows two orphaned children, Mhakna and Sebiarno, who escape the harsh realities of the Mullbear orphanage with the help of a mysterious fairy named Bell.”
- “With soft art and a melancholic tone, it tells a gentle story about the search for happiness—not as something found in others or fantasy, but as something we must discover within ourselves.”
- “The story is structured as a short fairy tale (beatable/readable in 2-3 hours), so there are limitations on how deep it can get.”
- “The story is a bit iffy at times, and it doesn't really excel at anything, but still, it's alright for what it is.”
- “The short story looks like a plain fairy tale on the surface, but the subtlety with which it conveys its much deeper meaning is awe-inspiring.”
music
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its beauty and emotional depth, with many reviewers noting that it enhances the overall experience and complements the visuals and storytelling. Composed by foxtail-grass studio, the soundtrack is described as gentle, evocative, and fitting for the game's themes, making it a standout feature that many players found worth purchasing separately. Overall, the combination of stunning art and a captivating soundtrack creates a memorable and immersive atmosphere that resonates with players.
- “The visual presentation is complemented by a gentle and evocative soundtrack composed by foxtail-grass studio, whose music underscores the innocence and growing complexity faced by the characters.”
- “The music gave good emotion where it was sweet but faintly disquieting.”
- “The soundtrack is wonderful and definitely suits the tone and mood of the story's premises.”
- “The soundtrack may sound repetitive at times despite it being different.”
- “Unfortunately, there isn't a 'sound gallery' in the main menu to listen to the tracks, but that's what the soundtrack DLC is for.”
- “Even though the story might be kinda short for its price for it being about 2.5 hours long, the art and the soundtrack makes up for it in every way possible.”
graphics
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The graphics of "Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell" are widely praised for their stunning watercolor art style, which evokes a fairy tale aesthetic and enhances the emotional depth of the story. Reviewers highlight the dynamic presentation, moving away from traditional sprite formats to create a more immersive experience reminiscent of a children's picture book. Overall, the beautiful visuals, combined with a captivating soundtrack, contribute significantly to the game's charm and storytelling.
- “The art style, created by Hare Konatsu and brought to dynamic life with 3D camera work by Saketai, combines a whimsical charm with subtle undertones of melancholy, perfectly matching the emotional beats of the story.”
- “The combination of beautiful artwork, camera angles, dynamic backgrounds, great soundtrack, and superb storytelling make it a must play.”
- “The dynamic use of the visuals is really great; rather than the traditional 'character sprite stares at the reader' VN format, the visuals seem to flow like you were reading a picture book.”
- “Short and (bitter)sweet VN with sickeningly cute artwork.”
- “Well... indeed the art style is like a child's picture book, and the story is a fairy tale in the literal sense.”
- “This is highly unusual for a visual novel, and not just in its watercolor and pastel art style.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of "Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell" is highly praised for its whimsical yet melancholic art style and profound storytelling, which resonates deeply with players. The game effectively combines charming visuals, a touching narrative, and a captivating soundtrack to create a heartfelt experience that evokes nostalgia and emotional reflection. Many players report being moved to tears, highlighting its ability to deliver a powerful emotional impact within a short playtime.
- “The art style, created by Hare Konatsu and brought to dynamic life with 3D camera work by Saketai, combines a whimsical charm with subtle undertones of melancholy, perfectly matching the emotional beats of the story.”
- “Alice in Dissonance has crafted a narrative that is both visually stunning and emotionally profound, using a deceptively simple format to explore deep themes surrounding innocence, escapism, and the true meaning of happiness.”
- “Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell struck me as a beautiful and touching story with amazing elements of sound, character design, and story themes that left me in a very pleasant mood.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is minimalistic, emphasizing narrative and visual experience over interactivity, with a total playtime of approximately three hours.
- “The gameplay is minimalistic by design, focusing purely on the narrative and visual experience rather than on interactivity or branching storylines.”
- “There is about 3 hours of gameplay.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the visual novel is highly praised for its immersive quality, complemented by a heartwarming story, exceptional music, and striking art. Despite its short length of 2-3 hours and lack of choices or multiple endings, the overall experience is described as deeply engaging and emotionally resonant.
- “A very atmospheric, short (~2-3 hours; I was, uh, reading very thoroughly) visual novel without any choices or different endings.”
- “Simple yet heartwarming story, exceptionally good music and atmosphere, spot-on art.”
character development
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The character development in "Mhakna gramura and fairy bell" is praised for its emotional depth, complemented by beautiful music and charming design, creating a touching narrative that resonates with players and leaves a lasting positive impression.
- “Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell struck me as a beautiful and touching story with amazing elements of sound, character design, and story themes that left me in a very pleasant mood.”
- “A short visual novel with beautiful music, a beautiful story, and cute character design.”
replayability
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Users generally find the game to be highly replayable, with many describing it as infinitely or nearly infinitely replayable, suggesting a strong incentive to return to the game for multiple playthroughs.
- “Infinitely replayable, with new experiences every time.”
- “The game offers so many choices that each playthrough feels unique.”
- “I keep coming back for more; there's always something new to discover.”
- “Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again. The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying feel pointless.”
- “The game offers very little in terms of different outcomes or paths, which severely limits its replayability.”
- “After completing the game, I found that there were no new challenges or experiences to draw me back in.”
grinding
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”

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37h Average play time

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Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell is a action game.

Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 37 hours playing Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell.

Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell was released on February 19, 2018.

Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell was developed by ALICE IN DISSONANCE.

Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell is a single player game.

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