MOOMIN Welcome to Moominvalley

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MOOMIN Welcome to Moominvalley is a Simulation game set in the beloved world of the Moomin characters. Experience a heartwarming farming lifestyle with masterful visuals and immersion into Moominvalley. However, be prepared for a grind-heavy gameplay experience.

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

MOOMIN Welcome to Moominvalley screenshot

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 880 reviews

graphics19 positive mentions

grinding19 negative mentions

The game features adorable graphics and animations that capture the charm of the Moomin franchise.
It's a relaxing and enjoyable game that fans of Moomin will appreciate, providing a nostalgic experience.
The gameplay is simple and casual, making it easy to pick up and play for short periods.

Progression in the game is slow, requiring a lot of time to earn shells and rubies, which can lead to frustration.
The game is plagued by frequent pop-ups for in-app purchases, which can be distracting and annoying.
Technical issues such as crashes and loading problems have been reported, making it difficult for players to enjoy the game.

graphics
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and charming art style, which resonates well with the game's relaxing and cozy atmosphere. Many users appreciate the beautiful illustrations that evoke the spirit of the Moomin series, although some note that the lack of clarity in instructions and slow pacing can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the visuals are considered a highlight, contributing to the game's appeal despite some concerns about gameplay mechanics.
- “The moomin artwork and graphics are an absolute delight, and the theme and feel of the game are spot on.”
- “Everything about this game is perfect, right down to the most adorable graphics ever.”
- “The graphics are cute and true to the stories.”
- “Graphics are pretty but instructions are slow and sometimes unclear, so it is easy to be confused or stuck.”
- “The art style is cute and all but there is a lot of potential that needs to be explored.”
- “Plz update its graphics.”
grinding
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is a common point of criticism, with players noting that while it starts off enjoyable and visually appealing, it quickly becomes tedious due to long wait timers and repetitive tasks typical of farming games. Despite its charming moomin theme and some interesting features, many users feel that the grind can detract from the overall experience, making it less engaging over time.
- “This game is great for a while but like all farming games you hit a point where things start to take so long that you give up.”
- “The gameplay is what you'd expect from a mobile farming game - lots of wait timers.”
- “Cute game, but it's pretty grindy.”
story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally appreciated for its nostalgic connection to the Moomin books, with charming graphics that evoke the original illustrations. However, players find the narrative lacking depth and engagement, often overshadowed by repetitive gameplay and a cluttered user experience. While some enjoy the quick quests and character interactions, many feel that the overall storytelling does not provide enough incentive to keep playing.
- “It reminds me of the books, and I am enjoying the quick little quests to be reintroduced to the friends of Moominvalley.”
- “The story is good and the gameplay is good!”
- “The storyline is great and the graphics are so sweet.”
- “The graphics are amazing, but if you haven't watched the animation, you would be confused with the plot and the characters.”
- “But as a game player, it lacks a story or cool events to get the player to return to the game or feel excited to play.”
- “The gorgeous graphics look like they've been lifted straight from the Moomin picture books, but there's no storyline; gameplay is tedious, and lots of the items can't be moved around for true customization.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as relaxing and visually appealing, reminiscent of mobile farming games, but it suffers from repetitiveness and grind, particularly with resource gathering and quest completion. While some players appreciate the chill nature and special timed events, many find the lack of engaging mechanics and character depth detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game is enjoyable for casual play but lacks the depth and excitement to keep players fully engaged long-term.
- “Relaxing gameplay, great art style, and the relative ease of obtaining rubies make for a pretty solid game!”
- “But the illustration, gameplay, and music are excellent. Good job, developer!”
- “Great art, good chill-out gameplay, and Moomins.”
- “The gameplay is what you'd expect from a mobile farming game - lots of wait timers.”
- “However, the gameplay is somewhat lacklustre - after just a few levels the constant catch-up to get enough shells for even the most basic quests becomes a grind, and the trips which seemed so exciting at first, become repetitive, limiting the joy of meeting new characters since you have to meet them over and over, just to fill the little heart.”
- “The gorgeous graphics look like they've been lifted straight from the Moomin picture books, but there's no storyline; the gameplay is tedious and lots of the items can't be moved around for true customization.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its charm and relaxation, complementing the adorable animation and rich character design. While many players appreciate the overall soundtrack, some express a desire for more variety and inclusion of nostalgic tracks from the 1990 series. Overall, the music enhances the game's delightful atmosphere, though a few users find it repetitive.
- “The animation is adorable, the music is very nice, and there is a lot to do with all the characters and objects.”
- “The music and art are so charming, and the characters are so rich!”
- “Game runs smooth, music is relaxing and the game itself is eye-catching.”
- “I'd like it more if it included music from the 1990 series.”
- “Loved the graphics, but the soundtrack is the same; it's kind of boring. I was expecting new sounds and more fun.”
- “Not to mention the music and animation.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game features numerous microtransactions that can be costly, though they are not mandatory for progression. While some players find the in-game advertisements distracting, others appreciate the option to watch ads voluntarily without feeling pressured to make purchases. Overall, the game offers a mix of fun and frustration regarding its monetization strategy.
- “Lots of microtransactions, but they're not required to move forward in this game.”
- “Very cute and was fun at first, but you have to pay to progress faster and the microtransactions are quite pricey.”
- “Wish I could progress further and quicker without in-app purchases!”
- “Only sad part is that it's another game with microtransactions.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is consistently described as wholesome and emotionally uplifting, with users highlighting its adorable graphics and relaxing gameplay. It evokes feelings of joy and comfort, making it an enjoyable experience for those looking to unwind. Overall, it is praised for its sweet and fun atmosphere.
- “Adorable, sweet, fun, amazing, and wholesome all in one ♡ :) I love it!!!”
- “This game is wholesome and also a great time killer!”
- “So relaxing and wholesome!”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely praised for its humor, described as both funny and easy to engage with, though some players feel that missing out on humor may lead to missing items. Reviewers highlight its strange yet heartwarming comedic elements, complemented by appealing graphics.
- “This game is funny and easy, but it seems if you don’t pay attention, you will miss out on some items.”
- “This is honestly such a funny game.”
- “Strange, funny, and heartrending.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is inconsistent; while some players report a smooth experience without glitches, others experience significant issues, such as game resets occurring after reaching level 15.
- “A nice game with no glitches found yet.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or bugs.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags or freezes.”
- “Good game until you reach level 15, then the game glitches and resets, forcing you to start all over.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
- “I experienced constant lag and disconnections, which ruined the overall experience.”