Monsters Ate My Birthday Cake

97%
Game Brain Score Based on 59 reviews
  • story
  • humor
  • music
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As so many of these things do, it all begins on a magical island. In this case, Gogapoe Island, a place populated by both humans and monsters. What starts out as a mission to get back Niko's birthday cake becomes a quest for the fate of Gogapoe itself. But, ya know, cake is still super important, too! Oodles of friendly monsters will join Niko's quest and use their kooky powers to help him explor…

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 59 reviews
story7 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features adorable art, a unique story, and a fantastic soundtrack, making it a charming experience for players of all ages.
  • Puzzles are creatively designed and provide a good challenge without being overly complex, encouraging replayability to achieve all objectives.
  • Many players have fond memories of the game from their childhood, and it continues to hold up well, providing nostalgia and enjoyment years later.
  • Some players found the puzzles to be too simple or mechanical, lacking the depth and surprise that more experienced puzzle gamers might seek.
  • There are occasional glitches and bugs, particularly with achievements not unlocking properly, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • The game may feel short for some, with limited post-game content and a desire for more story development or additional levels.
  • story19 mentions

    The game's story is praised for its uniqueness, charm, and engaging characters, complemented by adorable graphics and music. While many players find the narrative enjoyable and whimsical, some note that it unfolds slowly and leaves certain plot threads unresolved, suggesting potential for a sequel. Overall, the story enhances the gameplay experience, making it appealing for players of all ages.

    • “It features a fantastic, unique story, incredible music, adorable art, and lovable characters.”
    • “The story is really interesting and very cool, and the villains' redemption is very good.”
    • “Gameplay is good, and the story is excellent.”
    • “The story seems to unravel a bit slowly (what little story there is).”
    • “I give them credit for including a story, but I'd love more of it.”
    • “The game even has a thread of a story to it, although some threads are left dangling at the end of the game.”
  • humor10 mentions

    The humor in the game is generally described as cute, whimsical, and occasionally dated, drawing inspiration from early 2010s animated series. While some find it hilarious and witty, others perceive it as somewhat childish, appealing to a younger audience. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the game's charm and enjoyment for players of all ages.

    • “Very cute and funny.”
    • “Fun game, cute design and hilarious dialogues!”
    • “Some of the references were pretty funny and the humor was witty.”
  • music10 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised, particularly the soundtrack composed by disasterpeace, which enhances the overall experience with its charm and uniqueness. Reviewers highlight the music as a standout feature, complementing the game's cute art style and engaging gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant draw for players, contributing to the game's appeal and enjoyment.

    • “Everything else, the sprites, gameplay, the incredible soundtrack by Disasterpeace, all still holds up pretty well to this day.”
    • “It features a fantastic, unique story, incredible music, adorable art, and lovable characters.”
    • “It's a cute game - with cute graphics, cute music and audio, and a cute storyline, all while still being difficult enough to make you play levels a couple times to get three stars or to figure things out.”
    • “I discovered this game because Disasterpeace composed the soundtrack and I adore Disasterpeace.”
    • “And then I bought the soundtrack.”
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring clever mechanics and engaging puzzles that are enhanced by a charming art style and strong narrative. However, some players find it to be somewhat mechanical, which may affect overall enjoyment. The reliance on teamwork in puzzles adds an interesting dynamic to the experience.

    • “Everything else, the sprites, gameplay, and the incredible soundtrack by Disasterpeace all still hold up pretty well to this day.”
    • “Good game, cute graphics and story; puzzles aren't too complex, and there are plenty of mechanics.”
    • “Interesting lore, good puzzles, art style, and gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is clever, but it feels a bit mechanical.”
    • “The gameplay is clever, but it feels a bit mechanical.”
    • “The gameplay?”
  • graphics8 mentions

    The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their cute and charming art style, which complements the whimsical storyline and engaging gameplay. Reviewers highlight the appealing visuals and enjoyable soundtrack, making it a delightful experience for players of all ages. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's charm and appeal.

    • “Absolutely recommended, insanely cute and charming with its art style and soundtrack.”
    • “It's a cute game - with cute graphics, cute music and audio, and a cute storyline, all while still being difficult enough to make you play levels a couple times to get three stars or to figure things out.”
    • “Recommended for all ages of games for difficulty of puzzles and funny storyline and whimsical graphics.”
    • “The graphics are quite basic and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
    • “While the art style is charming, the overall graphics feel outdated and could use a significant upgrade.”
    • “The visuals are underwhelming and don't match the quality of the gameplay, which is disappointing.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is generally acceptable, with occasional glitches causing character deaths that require level restarts; however, these instances are infrequent and manageable due to the short level completion times. Some users also report issues with buggy achievements, which can detract from the overall experience.

    • “There's some glitches here and there where a character might die for seemingly no reason, and you have to restart the level. However, each level can be completed in three minutes or less, and it happens rarely, so it's not a huge problem in my eyes.”
    • “My experience would've been better if the achievements weren't so buggy.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability, allowing players to revisit cutscenes by entering their respective "stages." Overall, it is praised as a great puzzle game with ample opportunities for repeated play.

    • “Even the cutscenes are replayable by entering their 'stage'.”
    • “Nothing else really needs to be added to this review, but it's a great puzzle game with a ton of replay value.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replaying it feel pointless.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back.”
    • “The gameplay doesn't change enough on subsequent playthroughs to keep it interesting.”
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