MONOBOT

About

"Monobot" is a single-player Science Fiction Platformer game, now available for purchase on Steam. As Mono, a small robot in a desolate, dystopian world, players must navigate and solve puzzles to uncover the buried secrets of the future. With upgrades like a magnetic and teleportation arm, players unravel the sensational story of humanity's fate. Can you help Mono break the infinite cycle and find his true self?

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Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

story7 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Engaging story and charming visuals that create an immersive atmosphere.
Fun and varied puzzles that encourage experimentation and problem-solving.
Solid platforming mechanics with smooth controls, making it enjoyable for players.

Some platforming sections can be frustratingly precise, leading to potential frustration for players.
Occasional sluggish controls that hinder performance during critical moments.
The game may feel short for some players, with a lack of replayability for collectibles.

story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of *monobot* is a poignant and emotional journey of a little robot seeking self-awareness in a world filled with inactive counterparts, conveyed through visual storytelling and collectibles rather than dialogue. Players find the narrative engaging and atmospheric, though some feel that the challenging gameplay can detract from fully experiencing the story. Overall, the game is praised for its unique and impactful storytelling, reminiscent of themes found in films like *Wall-E*.
- “The story in this title reminds me of Wall-E; you're the sole surviving robot in a world taken over by the enemy.”
- “[i]Monobot[/i] is a charming physics side-scroller platformer developed by the small indie dev team of [i]Dreamsmith Studio[/i], which tells the story of a little robot and its journey towards self-awareness.”
- “In fact, the whole story is revealed without any spoken dialogue, aside from a few cutscenes and some notes that you can find scattered around and which act as collectibles.”
- “From the first heartbreaking scene of Mono finding himself sliding down a huge pile of inactive robots identical to him, until the poignant and mystical ending sequence of finding his true self, Mono’s story is impactful, even more so considering his loneliness of being the only self-aware entity among others of his own kind.”
- “In fact, when I picked up the game, I was expecting a Gris-like experience, where the gameplay difficulty does not hinder the storytelling at all, but Monobot’s demanding pace rather makes it a challenging platformer and less of an atmospheric encounter.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is a mix of varied mechanics, including grappling and teleportation, which are used to solve puzzles and navigate stealthily around enemies. While some players find the gameplay fresh and engaging, others feel it lacks the atmospheric depth of similar titles like Limbo or Gris, leaning more towards a challenging platformer experience. The game offers a playtime of 4-5 hours on average, with potential for longer or shorter runs depending on player skill.
- “Zones of different gravity, chapters having you use different tools... the gameplay is varied and stays fresh all along.”
- “The first one is a mechanic similar to a grappling hook, where Mono can attach himself for a few seconds to certain areas and is pulled towards them like a magnet, while the other one is a small-range teleport ability which allows him to switch places with a targeted cube.”
- “All of these mechanics will be heavily used throughout the whole game in solving puzzles of various difficulties or dodging the only type of enemy - a sentry robot - which requires you to move stealthily around it.”
- “It's like Limbo or Inside but with boring gameplay and uninteresting environments.”
- “In fact, when I picked up the game, I was expecting a Gris-like experience, where the gameplay difficulty does not hinder the storytelling at all, but Monobot's demanding pace rather makes it a challenging platformer and less of an atmospheric encounter.”
- “Apart from improving the gameplay difficulty, another thing that I wish was done better is the collectibles system.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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[i]Monobot[/i] delivers a surprisingly emotional narrative for a physics platformer, featuring a poignant story of loneliness and self-discovery as the protagonist navigates a world filled with identical, inactive robots. The game's immersive experience is enhanced by its contrasting sound design, combining machine sounds with a stirring soundtrack that elevates key moments, making the emotional journey impactful despite the gameplay's challenging nature.
- “For a physics platformer which requires a lot of concentration and composure, [i]monobot[/i]’s story is surprisingly emotional.”
- “From the first heartbreaking scene of Mono finding himself sliding down a huge pile of inactive robots identical to him, until the poignant and mystical ending sequence of finding his true self, Mono’s story is impactful, even more so considering his loneliness of being the only self-aware entity among others of his own kind.”
- “Even though the game has an astonishing soundtrack to support Mono’s heart-warming journey, [i]monobot[/i] truly excels in creating immersion solely through machine sounds and through a well-thought contrast between the overwhelming silence and the soul-stirring score that triggers only at the right moments.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in the game is generally well-received, with users noting a cool ambiance and a strong narrative that enhances the experience. However, some feel that the demanding gameplay detracts from the atmospheric qualities, making it more of a challenging platformer than a purely immersive encounter. Overall, the combination of decent platforming and engaging puzzles contributes positively to the atmosphere.
- “Decent platforming, great puzzles, and a cool atmosphere.”
- “The overall quality is great, with the story creating a nice atmosphere and the puzzles requiring some decent skill to solve.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their great visuals and artistic design, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience alongside its engaging story and gameplay.
- “Very fun puzzle platform game, with a good story and stunning artwork.”
- “Great visuals.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is praised for its astonishing soundtrack that enhances the emotional depth of the protagonist's journey, while the effective use of machine sounds and strategic contrasts between silence and music create a deeply immersive experience.
- “Even though the game has an astonishing soundtrack to support Mono's heart-warming journey, Monobot truly excels in creating immersion solely through machine sounds and through a well-thought contrast between the overwhelming silence and the soul-stirring score that triggers only at the right moments.”
- “The music in this game is forgettable and fails to leave a lasting impression.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the overall musical composition feels repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The soundtrack lacks variety, making it difficult to stay engaged during longer play sessions.”