Microvania

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Microvania is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Dreampunk and was released on October 23, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Microvania is a compact action-packed metroidvania set on planet Micronus, featuring a tiny 160x90 resolution screen. Explore diverse environments, uncover secrets, and upgrade abilities like missiles and claw while customizing your playstyle with Microcards. With seamless checkpoints and full controller support, it offers a smooth single-player experience that fits into a single session.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game successfully captures the exploratory essence of the Metroidvania genre while introducing fresh elements.
It features charming retro graphics, a catchy chiptune soundtrack, and a variety of hidden secrets to discover.
The non-linear gameplay and backtracking mechanics provide a rewarding experience for players who enjoy exploration.

Navigation can be cumbersome and some boss encounters feel frustrating, with instances of unavoidable damage.
There are several bugs and glitches, including issues with the character's movement and softlocks during gameplay.
The game lacks a clear map and intuitive progression, making it difficult for players to know where to go next.

music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The music in the game is generally praised for its energetic chiptune style, with many players expressing a desire for the soundtrack. While there were some initial bugs causing music to cut out during boss battles, these were quickly addressed by the developer. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, evoking nostalgia and enhancing the overall experience.
- “This is a nice short game with clean pixel art and a great CRT filter. The music is chiptune and energetic.”
- “Wears its inspiration on its sleeve and the soundtrack is full of bangers.”
- “Overall, the good outweighs the bad and the music and atmosphere just add to what's a fun experience.”
- “The game had some bugs with the music cutting out during boss battles, but the developer updated the game and patched the bug pretty fast.”
- “Music: fair”
- “Art, music, and character feel are all solid (except the extremely slow walking speed).”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The story aspect of the game is considered fair but lacks depth, especially when compared to numerous free and superior Metroid ROM hacks that offer more engaging narratives.
- “There is no story.”
- “The story is fair.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The graphics are characterized by a cool retro style, though some users find them to be only fair in quality.
- “The cool retro graphics really bring a unique charm to the game.”
- “The graphics are fair, providing a decent visual experience.”
- “The graphics are fair, but they lack the detail and polish expected from a modern game.”
- “While the graphics are decent, they feel outdated and don't do justice to the game's potential.”
- “The visuals are underwhelming, with bland textures and a lack of vibrant colors.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is generally considered fair, as highlighted in a one-hour gameplay video on YouTube.
- “The gameplay is fair and balanced, providing a challenging yet enjoyable experience.”
- “I love the gameplay mechanics; they are intuitive and keep me engaged for hours.”
- “The gameplay offers a perfect blend of strategy and action, making every session exciting.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Players note that the game offers good replayability, particularly highlighting its potential for speedrunning, which adds to its longevity and encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “The replayability and potential for a solid speedrun experience are definitely present.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and surprises, keeping the game fresh and engaging.”
- “With multiple paths and choices, every run feels unique and encourages experimentation.”
- “Replayability and potential for a solid speedrun are there.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its charming animations and engaging music, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience despite the small resolution.
- “For the small resolution, it's atmospheric and has neat little animations.”
- “Overall, the good outweighs the bad, and the music and atmosphere just add to what's a fun experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect to be manageable but occasionally challenging, with some noting that navigation can feel cumbersome and tedious at times.
- “It's not terrible, but it can be quite difficult in places, and navigation can be a bit cumbersome and tedious.”