MOMIBOSU

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MOMIBOSU is a single player action game. It was developed by PenGames and was released on January 15, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

MOMIBOSU is a precision 2D platformer with plenty of exploration elements Gameplay that makes you want to try again and againYou've been beaten, but you'll do better next time. It makes you want to do it one more time! Abundant gimmicksSomething might happen when you bump enemies against each other! Try various things by bumping enemy characters against each other! Battling with powerful enemiesH…

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Action

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Single-Player

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

music6 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The gameplay is smooth and fun, with satisfying challenges and unique mechanics that keep the experience fresh.
The art and music are beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall atmosphere and enjoyment of the game.
The game offers a compelling story with dark themes that resonate emotionally, making it engaging throughout.

The combat mechanics can feel janky and unclear, particularly with parrying and boss fights, which may frustrate players.
The story's writing and pacing could use improvement, as some players found it less engaging towards the end.
Visual clutter and minor bugs can detract from the overall experience, making it feel less polished at times.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
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27%
The story is described as character-driven and dark, with a mix of engaging and bizarre elements that can evoke strong emotions, including moments of sadness. While some players found the writing and pacing lacking, many appreciated the overall narrative as a motivating factor to continue playing, despite occasional disengagement towards the end. The unique and surreal aspects of the plot, combined with polished gameplay and visuals, contribute to a captivating experience.
- “The story is brutal and made me cry several times.”
- “Also, the story kept me in the entire time and was better than I thought it would be as a motivator to continue, despite the minimal animation involved in it.”
- “The gameplay is soooo buttery smooth, sprite work is lovely, music is stellar and the trippy anime adventure story involving a cannibal mole is captivating.”
- “The story's writing and pacing could use some work (the translation is good enough to understand the plot at least), but that aside I really enjoyed it; it can drive you up the wall sometimes.”
- “The story seems very character-driven and a bit dark, but to be honest, I stopped engaging with the story towards the last couple of hours.”
- “The story is also just incredibly weird - seems a lot bleaker than I originally expected.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its fitting and lovely soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience with bombastic tracks that complement the charming pixel art and landscapes. Players express a desire for the original soundtrack to be available on platforms like YouTube or Spotify, highlighting its surprising quality and enjoyment during gameplay. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's appeal, making exploration and platforming more enjoyable despite its challenging nature.
- “The pixel art is very nice and the soundtrack is lovely and very fitting for the various landscapes.”
- “The gameplay is soooo buttery smooth, sprite work is lovely, music is stellar and the trippy anime adventure story involving a cannibal mole is captivating.”
- “I find momibosu to be a lot of fun, and the OST is amazing, to say the least.”
- “Sadly, there is no way besides the game to listen to the music.”
- “Please put the OST on YouTube or Spotify, because it had some surprising bangers on there.”
- “The world had plenty of charming art, music, characters, and level quirks to make for an enjoyable adventure, despite the 819 deaths it took to reach the end.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its smoothness and fun factor, with satisfying challenges and well-designed boss fights that utilize unique mechanics across different biomes. While some early bosses may feel rough and the combat can be inconsistent, the overall experience is enhanced by quality platforming and a natural exploration flow. The game's visuals and music further complement the engaging gameplay.
- “The gameplay feels really smooth and fun, and it's incredibly satisfying to beat the harder challenges and bosses. You can also adjust the game speed if it's too difficult for you.”
- “Quality metroidvania that focuses on difficult platforming with unique mechanics in each biome to keep the gameplay fresh.”
- “Exploring this world feels extremely natural; each area introduces several mechanics and slowly builds upon them throughout every room.”
- “I don't love how the game approached combat, with only a few bosses really playing to the gameplay strengths, but it didn't bring down the game too much.”
- “The combat was hit or miss, but the boss fights that made you have to use the movement mechanics you had to learn in the area you were in were always fun.”
- “Exploring this world feels extremely natural, each area introduces several mechanics and slowly builds upon them throughout every room.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game delivers a brutally emotional narrative that resonates deeply with players, often evoking tears and strong feelings throughout the experience.
- “The story is brutal and made me cry several times.”
- “The characters' struggles resonated with me on a personal level, leaving a lasting emotional impact.”
- “I felt a deep connection to the narrative, which evoked a range of emotions from joy to heartbreak.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to complete it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are well-received, with users appreciating their quality and integration with the game's hardcore gameplay.
- “I like the music, graphics, and hardcore gameplay!”