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Moonleap

98%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
story, replayability
98% User Score Based on 184 reviews

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"Moonleap is a single-player platformer game with a cute moon boy protagonist on a mission to recover shooting stars. The game features 50 handmade levels with innovative day-to-night jumping mechanics, challenging puzzles, and pixel-art graphics. With a good soundtrack and additional secret levels, Moonleap offers a fun and accessible gameplay experience."

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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 184 reviews
gameplay18 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features charming pixel art and a beautiful color palette that enhances the overall experience.
  • Puzzles are engaging and well-designed, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult.
  • The game has a unique mechanic where jumping alters the platform's safety, adding an interesting twist to traditional platforming.
  • The control scheme is unconventional and can be frustrating, particularly with the climbing mechanics and lack of button customization.
  • The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it could benefit from additional levels or content.
  • Certain puzzles may require more precision and dexterity than some players might find enjoyable, leading to moments of frustration.
  • gameplay
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its casual accessibility, featuring simple yet engaging mechanics that are introduced organically throughout the game. Players enjoy the unique puzzle designs and the core mechanic of switching between night and day, which adds depth without overwhelming complexity. Overall, the game offers a fun, polished experience with a focus on exploration and creativity, though some players wished for more expansion on the mechanics.

    • “New mechanics are introduced organically as you progress through the game, but nothing ever feels overwhelming.”
    • “The core mechanic – swapping elements and colors every time you jump – is a brilliantly simple one that is explored thoroughly throughout the game.”
    • “Great puzzle design, tight mechanics.”
    • “I was able to figure every puzzle out on my own (with the sole exception of S-ranking the first level, because I didn't know about the out-of-bounds mechanics yet), so if you want a really challenging game, this might not be the best choice, but the polish and style will still make it enjoyable regardless of how easy you think it is.”
    • “Although the tutorial could be better about some mechanics, I still 100% recommend this.”
    • “Expect 2-3 hours of gameplay.”
  • music
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and calming quality, enhancing the overall atmosphere and enriching the gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the sound design as phenomenal, with tracks that are both enjoyable and fitting for the game's aesthetic, creating a relaxing backdrop for the simple puzzles. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The music is also phenomenal – pleasing, yet calm enough as to not distract the player.”
    • “But I especially love some of the music tracks, they're chill but enjoyable to listen to.”
    • “The art, music, and sound are also all amazing and create a great atmosphere.”
    • “- the music and sound effects follow that Game Boy feel.”
    • “The graphics and soundtrack are *smack* chef's kiss.”
  • graphics
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant and balanced color palette, creating an engaging and visually appealing experience. The pixelated art style, reminiscent of classic games, is described as cute and atmospheric, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the simple yet relaxing gameplay. Reviewers consistently highlight the game's aesthetic as a standout feature, contributing to its charm and value.

    • “I think what kept this game engaging is the visuals; the palette for a level is bright, but balanced in color, and never seems overblown or grating.”
    • “The pixel-perfect, Kirby-inspired stars-and-clouds aesthetic looks great.”
    • “The graphics and soundtrack are *smack* chef's kiss.”
  • story
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as cryptic and charming, centering on a moon boy's quest to recover shooting stars. However, many players feel that the narrative lacks focus, with significant elements conveyed indirectly through cutscenes, chapter progression, and easter eggs, leaving some aspects of the story feeling lost or underexplored.

    • “Here is a little story of the moon boy whose quest is to recover shooting stars.”
    • “Cryptic and nice story.”
    • “There's not much focus on story.”
    • “[b]narrative:[/b] this game features heavily a poem, which I hadn't read before or even taken much time to think about, so the story of the game was a bit lost on me.”
    • “There is definitely some element of indirect storytelling through the initial cutscene, the progression of chapters, some of the easter eggs, and some of the texts shown throughout.”
  • atmosphere
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the impressive art, music, and sound design that collectively create a charming and peaceful environment. The cute visuals and overall aesthetic contribute to a delightful experience, making it a memorable and inviting game that players are eager to revisit.

    • “The art, music, and sound are all amazing and create a great atmosphere.”
    • “A short and sweet 2D puzzle-platformer with cute visuals and great atmosphere!”
    • “I really liked the visual style and OST; together they transmit a calm and peaceful atmosphere.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of achieving S ranks enjoyable and engaging, as it involves creative problem-solving rather than tedious trial and error, contrasting it with less favorable experiences in other games like Sokoban.

    • “Going for S ranks (minimum swaps) is also fun and not tedious like minimum push Sokoban because there's usually a creative order you need to do things in to get S and not just trial and error or boring math.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews indicate that the game's replayability is high, with players appreciating the variety of gameplay options and challenges that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many users highlight the engaging mechanics and dynamic elements that keep the experience fresh each time. Overall, the game offers substantial incentives for players to return and explore different strategies or outcomes.

  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's performance varies significantly across different hardware configurations, leading to a divided player experience.

  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly on the Steam Deck, where users report smooth performance.

    • “Runs great on Steam Deck :)”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a profound emotional connection to the game, with one user highlighting an experience so impactful that it evoked feelings akin to being a moon, suggesting a deep sense of introspection and wonder. This unique emotional resonance indicates the game's ability to evoke strong, reflective feelings in its audience.

    • “No game has made me feel more like a moon.”

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