Mibibli's Quest

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"Mibibli's Quest" is a retro-style surrealistic platformer where you play as the quirky Mibibli, battling through 20+ levels of eccentric enemies and unique gimmicks. The game features a nostalgic NES-inspired soundtrack and pays homage to classics like "Mega Man" and "Space Funeral." Explore diverse settings, gather power-ups, and defeat bosses to ultimately vanquish Mibibli's nemesis, Crocodibli, in this memorable and immersive gaming experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 78 reviews

music20 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Mibibli's Quest features a unique blend of challenging gameplay and inventive level design, reminiscent of classic Mega Man games, making it a standout in the retro platformer genre.
The game boasts an exceptional chiptune soundtrack that enhances the overall experience and keeps players engaged throughout.
Despite its difficulty, the game is fair and rewarding, allowing players to learn from their mistakes and improve their skills over time.

The lack of native controller support and the inability to pause the game can be frustrating for players, requiring the use of third-party software for a better experience.
Some players find the graphics to be disorienting or painful to look at, with a chaotic aesthetic that may not appeal to everyone.
The game's high difficulty level, while rewarding for some, can be off-putting for those who are not accustomed to challenging platformers, leading to potential frustration.

music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
4%
13%
The music in "mibibli's quest" is widely praised for its exceptional quality, catchy tunes, and fitting chiptune style that enhances the overall gaming experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as one of the best in video game history, with memorable themes that resonate long after playing. The combination of great music and challenging gameplay creates a rewarding atmosphere that players thoroughly enjoy.
- “The soundtrack is fantastic, and years later I still get the catchy tunes stuck in my head.”
- “Music is amazing and lovingly crafted.”
- “All in all, great game if you like retro inspired games, a kickass chiptune soundtrack, and a good challenge.”
- “But something tells me it's deeper than that because of the visuals and the certain songs making you feel something more.”
- “I wholeheartedly recommend the soundtrack if anything.”
- “My favorite soundtracks are Art Zone and Eggs.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
59%
14%
Mibibli's Quest offers a challenging and inventive gameplay experience, blending retro NES-style platforming with unique mechanics and a surreal aesthetic. While it features a steep difficulty curve and some unintuitive controls, the level design is praised for its creativity and variety, ensuring each stage introduces fresh challenges. The game successfully combines elements of classic platformers like Mega Man with absurd humor, making for a memorable and engaging playthrough.
- “Retro NES style platformers are pretty well-worn territory at this point, but Mibibli stands out for its mechanical inventiveness and bizarre tone.”
- “A tough-as-nails platformer with hints of Metroidvania, featuring an absurdist sense of humor and very creative gameplay ideas!”
- “The level design is fantastic; each level uses an exciting new mechanic in an interesting way.”
- “It commits itself a little too much to a NES-esque control scheme, and as it introduces new mechanics, they require some odd and unintuitive inputs.”
- “There's an insanity shuffle difficulty unlocked afterward, but I'd pass on it unless you really like excessively punishing gameplay.”
- “There isn't much platforming per se; most of the gameplay consists of dodging enemy fire (like in shmups) and avoiding deadly obstacles.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
72%
17%
The story of "Mibibli's Quest" is described as a subversive and emotional journey, featuring a simple yet compelling narrative centered around rivalry and revenge. Reviewers appreciate its clever humor and unique blend of gameplay and storytelling, which sets it apart from typical indie platformers. Overall, the game is praised for its engaging plot and memorable characters, making it a hidden gem worth exploring.
- “The subversive story, the diverse level design, the killer soundtrack, and the wonderfully balanced difficulty all combine to create an experience that reminded me why I love games so much.”
- “The free version of this game is a beautifully drawn adventure with casual platforming, a deep and emotional storyline, and wholesome, clever humor.”
- “The plot of this game messes you up so bad!”
- “The story in this game is simple: you have a rival you really want to kill, and so you try to do so.”
- “While at first glance this seems like just another indie retro platformer, Mibibli's Quest does a lot to differentiate itself from the pack.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The graphics of "mibibli's quest" evoke mixed reactions, with some players finding them painful due to flashing effects, while others appreciate the unique, surreal aesthetic that enhances the game's memorable experience. Despite being described as "disgusting" or "not the greatest," the visuals are considered serviceable and contribute to the game's distinct vibe, complemented by an outstanding soundtrack. Overall, the graphics play a significant role in creating a unique atmosphere that resonates with players, even if they are not universally praised.
- “But I think the aesthetics of the game are what make it really truly memorable.”
- “The surreal aesthetic of the game is well done and provides inspiration for some creative levels with unique and clever mechanics.”
- “It carries a vibe and aesthetic that no other games I've played have had, and it's simply so brilliantly unique with everything that it does.”
- “The graphics can be literally painful to look at at times with a lot of flashing.”
- “An unforgiving platformer with disgusting graphics.”
- “The gameplay is butt-bustingly hard yet fair, the graphics, while not the greatest, are more than serviceable and create some memorable moments.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its absurdist and ironic elements, featuring bizarre dialogue and memorable characters that contribute to a unique and entertaining experience. Players appreciate the blend of clever, wholesome humor with creative gameplay, making it both hilarious and engaging. Overall, the game successfully combines fun and humor, appealing to fans of quirky and millennial comedy.
- “A tough-as-nails platformer with hints of metroidvania, featuring an absurdist sense of humor and very creative gameplay ideas!”
- “The bizarre dialogue and characters are hilarious and very memorable, even though most only appear once.”
- “Mibibli's Quest is a retro-inspired 2D platformer with the gameplay of Mega Man and the style of Space Funeral; this game is a unique blend of crazy and fun with humor, style, and grace.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the replayability offered by the ability to choose level order, which adds variety to gameplay. However, some users express a desire for more customizable settings, such as fixed seeds and control over enemy dynamics, to enhance the experience and reduce frustration.
- “Choosing your level order adds a decent amount of replayability.”
- “Having settings to set a fixed seed, better control the average number of extra enemies, and/or remove elite enemy effects would make the game less frustrating and more replayable.”
- “Just any settings where I can set a fixed seed, better control the average number of extra enemies (or remove them), and/or remove the elite enemy effects would help make Insanity Shuffle less frustrating and more replayable.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a beautifully crafted adventure complemented by a deep and emotional storyline, enhanced by clever humor. Players find the emotional depth to be a standout aspect, although some mechanics may detract from the overall experience.
- “The free version of this game is a beautifully drawn adventure with casual platforming, a deep and emotional storyline, and wholesome, clever humor.”