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MiceGard

88%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
humor
88% User Score Based on 66 reviews

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"Micegard" is a single-player fantasy fighting game with striking visuals and a memorable soundtrack. Immerse yourself in a short, yet epic saga of mouse-vikings inspired by Norse mythology, where every decision matters. Protect your village, uncover dark conspiracies, and become the hero of a unique world filled with capricious gods, eldritch magic, and cunning tactical challenges. Experience a one-evening adventure bursting with art created with love for mice and Norse myths. Try the demo

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
  • The game features excellent visuals and a cute art style that keeps players engaged.
  • Gameplay is simple yet fun, with interesting squad mechanics and diverse missions.
  • The music is pleasant and complements the overall experience well.
  • The game is very short, with a total playtime of around 2 to 5 hours, which may leave players wanting more.
  • Controls can be confusing and the lack of in-level checkpoints can be frustrating.
  • The content does not evolve significantly beyond the initial upgrades, leading to a repetitive experience.
  • gameplay
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics and a variety of missions, including unique squad formations that enhance combat strategy. Players appreciate the diverse activities, such as battling enemies and completing mini-games, although some find the initial text-heavy introduction tedious. Overall, the game offers an engaging experience that can be completed in a single sitting, with a solid balance of fun and simplicity.

    • “Variety of gameplay: the game offers diverse missions, from battling the evil frog army to rescuing captured mice and piloting boats and machines.”
    • “It seemed a bit tiring that at the beginning of the game you have to read some text; I wanted to get into the gameplay right away.”
    • “The gameplay is fairly simple with the odd minigame to spice things up, the plot isn't too hard to follow, and you can easily finish the game in a single sitting.”
    • “The gameplay loop is simple: you use 3 formations in combat and you also collect resources for a small amount of upgrades in the village.”
  • music
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and enjoyable, complementing the cute art style and engaging story. While some reviewers noted a lack of variety in the soundtrack, the existing tracks were appreciated for their quality and suitability to the game's atmosphere. Overall, the music contributes positively to the gaming experience, despite some calls for additional tracks.

    • “Story was well written & captivating, art was cute and well done, & music was pleasant & enjoyable to listen to while playing.”
    • “While the game could stand to have one or two more music tracks, the existing ones were pleasant to listen to as well.”
    • “I mean, it has a super cute and good art style that keeps my eyes open for the whole game with a good OST that suits all of it.”
    • “Music: decent”
    • “Music: decent”
  • story
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story intertwines themes of honor, fame, and survival, featuring a variety of missions that keep gameplay engaging. While the narrative is well-written and captivating, some players feel it struggles with the handling of character death, particularly in relation to younger characters. Overall, the plot is accessible and enjoyable, complemented by charming art and music, making for a pleasant gaming experience.

    • “This unique game combines real-time tactics with a story of honor, fame, and survival.”
    • “Story was well written and captivating; the art was cute and well done, and the music was pleasant and enjoyable to listen to while playing.”
    • “Handling of character death: it's worth noting that games dealing with themes of sacrifice and survival, especially those involving younger characters, don't handle it or utilize it from a story perspective well.”
    • “The gameplay is fairly simple with the odd minigame to spice things up, the plot isn't too hard to follow, and you can easily finish the game in a single sitting.”
    • “Nice to see on the game map the progress of the story and how much more there is to explore.”
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute art style and pleasant visuals, described as eye-catching and a significant selling point. Users appreciate the combination of good graphics with a nice soundtrack and responsive controls, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

    • “It's such an eyecandy, I ain't even gonna lie - the graphics sold this game for me.”
    • “A cute little game with very pleasant visuals.”
    • “I mean, it has a super cute and good art style that keeps my eyes open for the whole game, with a good soundtrack that suits all of it.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is hit-or-miss, with some players finding the absurdity of punching frogs in the face with shields genuinely hilarious, while others criticize the controller support as a poorly executed joke. Overall, the comedic elements seem to resonate well with some, while leaving others unimpressed.

    • “Punching frogs in the face with shields - never thought it would be so hilarious.”
    • “Controller support is a joke... not a funny joke.”

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8h Median play time
8h Average play time
8-8h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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