Michi

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Michi is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Faux Studios and was released on May 9, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Escape a forest filled with unique Aibos in Michi, the thrilling roguelite auto battler. Draft, deploy, and survive against challenging enemies. Unlock new Aibos and items in procedurally generated levels. Can you make it out alive?

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Single-Player

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Michi offers a unique blend of strategy and luck, keeping each match feeling fresh and exciting.
The game features cute art and relaxing music, creating a charming atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.
The developers are actively working on improvements and updates, showing commitment to enhancing the game over time.

The game feels more like a demo than a full product, with limited content and frustrating design choices.
Many gameplay mechanics are poorly explained, leading to confusion and a lack of strategic depth.
The game is plagued by bugs and crashes, detracting from the overall experience and making it feel unfinished.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Michi is a mix of engaging card mechanics and auto-battles, offering surprising depth and strategy despite some criticisms regarding clarity and tactical decision-making. While it may not deliver the intensity of traditional combat games, its unique progression system and creative mechanics make it enjoyable and accessible for players. Overall, Michi's gameplay strikes a balance between simplicity and strategic depth, appealing to both casual and more dedicated gamers.
- “Gameplay: a surprisingly engaging dance of cards and auto-battles.”
- “Prepare yourselves for the unexpected dance of strategy that is Michi's gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is easy to pick up, but there's a lot of depth in the strategy and decision-making.”
- “It's hard to imagine paying for the DLC when there's so little gameplay here.”
- “Gameplay is brain-dead because nothing is clear; there are no tactics here or even any decision-making.”
- “While it may not match the intensity of true Cybertronian combat, I must begrudgingly admit that the gameplay offers a level of engagement that may surprise some players.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are described as appealing yet not exceptional, featuring a charming art style that stands out from the more serious aesthetics typical of the genre. While the visuals may not be groundbreaking, they contribute positively to the overall engaging gameplay experience.
- “In the grand scheme of things, Michi manages to surprise with its engaging gameplay, striving visuals, and a narrative that possesses a certain charm.”
- “Additionally, the cute art style is a welcome departure from the more serious or gritty aesthetic of other games in this genre.”
- “The graphics, like a flickering hologram, possess a certain appeal that, while not exceptional, manages to create an acceptable visual experience.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for being plagued with numerous bugs and glitches, leading to a frustrating user experience. Reviewers have described it as feeling unfinished and lacking polish, with issues in the user interface further complicating gameplay. Overall, the stability aspect has received very low ratings, indicating significant room for improvement.
- “I played all the available levels as well as the challenge mode, and what I got for my money was a bug-ridden mess of a game.”
- “2/10, buggy and uninspired, more like a tech school project than a fleshed-out game.”
- “Various minor glitches in the UI make it even more confusing.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story concept of a slay the spire-themed autobattler is appreciated, but players find it hindered by frustrating design choices and a lack of sufficient content.
- “I love the idea of a Slay the Spire story autobattler, but there are too many frustrating design choices and not enough content.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged with the characters.”
- “While the premise is intriguing, the execution of the story is lackluster and fails to deliver a compelling experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The music in the game features a limited selection of tracks that some players find repetitive, though many agree that the soundtrack is otherwise excellent and enhances the overall experience. Additionally, the relaxing music has been highlighted as a standout element, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “One thing I love about Michi is the relaxing music that plays throughout the game.”
- “Just a few music tracks; it gets repetitive.”
- “The soundtrack is slightly repetitive, but it's absolutely amazing otherwise.”
- “The music can become quite repetitive.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as misleading and reflective of anti-consumer practices, yet some players still find the overall experience worthwhile enough to invest in the full game.
- “The game (demo) seemed interesting, so I purchased the DLC (full game) as I figured even though the monetization strategy is misleading, it's not a deal breaker.”
- “I did extensive research on the people speaking at said conference, and the level of monetization and anti-consumer ideology spouted made my skin crawl.”