MiSide
- December 10, 2024
- AIHASTO
Get on SteamMiSide is an adventure game with horror elements, telling the story of a simple guy who, for mystical reasons, finds himself in a mobile simulation. Appearing in the house he has just observed on his smartphone screen, the hero becomes confused. The stunned guy follows the instructions of a certain device he discovered in the bedroom. A few moments later, he is greeted by a pretty girl, whose imag…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game masterfully blends horror and cuteness, creating a unique and engaging atmosphere that keeps players invested.
- The art style and soundtrack are outstanding, contributing to an immersive experience that players find captivating.
- The gameplay features a mix of interesting puzzles and mini-games, providing variety and replayability while maintaining a strong narrative.
- Some players found the game to be short, with a desire for more content and longer playtime.
- There are issues with localization, including typos and awkward translations that detract from the overall experience.
- Certain puzzles and mini-games can feel tedious or overly simplistic, breaking the tension built up in the horror elements.
- story24 mentions
- 79 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story of the game is praised for its unique blend of cute and horror elements, engaging characters, and intriguing plot that keeps players invested. Reviewers appreciate the pacing and world-building, noting that the narrative allows for emotional connections with the characters, even the antagonists. While some desire more choices and endings, the overall consensus is that the story is compelling and worth exploring further.
“Even just a first playthrough has a lot to offer as both some surrealist horror and an interesting story.”
“The story, the atmosphere, oh my god, it's insane.”
“The plot of Miside is an unparalleled blend of narrative genius that leaves even the greatest philosophers shaking their heads in awe.”
“It had parts which I really didn't enjoy at all (seriously, Mita, yeah life looks monotonous if you exclusively show the parts where I'm in my room), but the major story beats don't get spelled out to you in big bold letters. You get to piece together what happens, and there's no real ending exposition dump, which I was expecting.”
“Overall, I feel like it's a game that's worth its price and that people really should pick it up at some point. As for me, right now I'm currently done with the game, but I am going to go back in and find all the secrets and character files to get the full story.”
“Genius horror and story.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising the unique art style and stunning visuals that evoke both cuteness and creepiness. Reviewers describe the graphics as divine and crisp, elevating the overall aesthetic experience and contributing significantly to their immersion in the story. Overall, the game's visuals are considered a standout feature, enhancing its appeal and engagement.
“The graphics are astounding and can make it seem cute and creepy at the same time.”
“The graphics in Miside are not simply 'good' or 'amazing.' They are divine.”
“The visuals are so crisp, they make other games look like they were made by cavemen using charcoal.”
“Graphics?”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its captivating and diverse soundtrack, with many players describing it as transcendent and integral to the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the blend of styles that enhance the game's cute yet eerie atmosphere, although some noted minor issues with the presentation. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that many hope will be available for separate listening.
“I love the music, style, story, characters, and how it mixes between cute and scary.”
“Overall, I think this is a great game, a lot of care went into this, and the soundtrack was amazing.”
“The soundtrack of Miside is so transcendent that I felt my very soul unravel and rebuild itself in the span of a single note.”
“The line in the middle of the music game is a bit problematic and looks weird.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a blend of engaging conversations, mini-games, and straightforward puzzles that rely on common sense. While many players find it enjoyable and immersive, some express frustration with certain mechanics and puzzles that disrupt the overall experience. Overall, the gameplay is generally well-received, though not without its flaws.
“The gameplay itself is a mix of engaging conversations, mini-games, and puzzles.”
“The puzzles are straightforward, leaning on common sense rather than overly complex mechanics, which I appreciated.”
“Gameplay is lovely and keeps me engaged!”
“Don’t even get me started on the gameplay.”
“Exciting peaks but let down by some unfortunate mechanics and also some puzzles took me out of the vibe.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game delivers a powerful emotional experience, featuring intense moments that evoke strong reactions and require emotional resilience during its scarier sections. With sharp writing and tight pacing, it effectively combines wholesome elements with horror, creating an immersive emotional roller coaster that showcases the developers' dedication.
“There are moments in this game that made me just go 'holy crap!' and some moments that I needed emotional support just to get through the scarier sections of the game.”
“The writing was sharp, the pacing was tight, and the developers clearly poured their hearts into creating an immersive and emotional experience.”
“It's an emotional roller coaster with the right amount of horror.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and cozy qualities, allowing players to fully engage with the environment and story. The developers' meticulous attention to detail enhances the experience, evoking a range of emotions from comfort to anxiety at appropriate moments. Overall, the atmosphere is described as outstanding and deeply engaging.
“The atmosphere in this was outstanding; for the most part, I felt cozy when I should've felt cozy and felt disconcerted and anxious when it was appropriate!”
“I felt so cozy at times where I just did not want to go on and just 'existed' for a while, soaking in all of the atmosphere.”
“The developers’ attention to detail is incredible—I found myself inspecting every book, picture, and wall decoration, soaking up the atmosphere.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that the game offers a variety of collectibles and options that enhance its replayability, appealing to those who enjoy exploring different aspects. Additionally, ongoing updates are expected to further increase replay value over time.
“Beyond that, there are a fair bit of collectibles and options for replayability if that is to one's taste.”
“Since it's new, it will get updates over time, so it could be replayable.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is praised for its versatility, blending elements of fun, cuteness, and comedy effectively, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience at a great value.
“Scary, fun, cute, funny; it really does everything almost perfectly and for such a good price.”
