Mizeria

About

"Mizeria" is a short, retro-styled game where you play as the archer Nuoli, escaping a mysterious castle by climbing a massive tower. Utilize a friendly spirit and your trusty bow to aid in your ascent in this simple, yet engaging title. With its late 90's graphics and smooth gameplay, "Mizeria" immerses you in an atmospheric and fun experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and challenging platforming experience with smooth controls and retro-style graphics.
It's free to play, making it accessible for anyone interested in trying it out.
The game evokes nostalgia for old school platformers, reminiscent of classic titles like Tomb Raider.

The controls can feel janky and unpolished, leading to frustration during gameplay.
There are several bugs and issues, including a reliance on the ledge-grabbing mechanic that can hinder progress.
The game may not run well on all systems, particularly due to its use of Unreal Engine 5, which can lead to performance problems.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of experiences, with some players enjoying the smooth mechanics and nostalgic elements, while others criticize the reliance on specific mechanics like ledge-grabbing and unintended jump responses that can lead to frustrating falls. Overall, the game features a generally polished gameplay experience, albeit with a few minor glitches.
- “It has very smooth gameplay, and I only encountered a few glitches, and none of them were game-breaking; one of them even helped me beat the game.”
- “My biggest gripe with the game mechanically would be the fact that if you try to jump while mid-air and you land, it jumps again, which led me to fall a few times when I'd panic spacebar spam.”
- “I wanted to like this, but I couldn't; the level design relied too much on the ledge-grabbing mechanic.”
- “The setting, graphics, and gameplay revives these memories.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are praised for their retro style, evoking nostalgia and enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the visual aesthetics, which complement the gameplay and character design, particularly highlighting the inclusion of female protagonists. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's charm, despite its brief playtime.
- “I really enjoy the retro style graphics.”
- “The setting, graphics, and gameplay revives these memories.”
- “I like the graphics and the controls are decent.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a desire for the story to be expanded into a longer game, indicating that they found the narrative engaging and felt it had potential for further development.
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its smooth gameplay, with only a few minor glitches reported, none of which are game-breaking; in fact, one glitch even provided an unexpected advantage to players.