MoonQuest

81%
Game Brain Score Based on 114 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • story
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"MoonQuest is a procedurally-generated adventure game where each playthrough features a new world with diverse regions, resources, wildlife, and enemies. Gather resources to forge weapons, build structures, and uncover secrets in caves, ancient ruins, and lost cathedrals. With its unique worlds and inviting strangeness, MoonQuest offers an engaging and immersive experience."

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81%
Audience ScoreBased on 114 reviews
gameplay20 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features a beautiful pixel art style and immersive sound design that enhances the overall experience.
  • MoonQuest offers a sense of wonder and exploration, with procedurally generated worlds that encourage players to discover hidden areas and secrets.
  • It provides a fun, casual gameplay loop that allows players to engage in crafting, building, and exploration at their own pace.
  • The gameplay lacks depth and can feel aimless, with unclear objectives and a simplistic combat system that may frustrate players.
  • There are significant concerns about the game's lack of content and updates, leading some players to feel it is abandoned or incomplete.
  • The procedural map generation can lead to frustrating navigation and gameplay experiences, particularly in tight spaces.
  • gameplay36 mentions

    Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of satisfaction and frustration; while the game offers a solid and satisfying loop of "harvest -> explore -> embiggen," many players find the procedural map design and narrow digging mechanics cumbersome. The variety of unlockable characters adds depth, but the overall gameplay lacks complexity and can be confusing for newcomers. Despite these issues, the beautiful art and sound design enhance the experience, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate its unique style.

    • “The art is beautiful, the sound design is fantastic, the gameplay is solid and satisfying.”
    • “Though Moonquest does not reinvent the wheel, it manages to create a satisfying gameplay loop of 'harvest -> explore -> embiggen'.”
    • “With a cast of unlockable characters, each with their own mechanics, you'll have plenty of reason to keep playing and see the variety it has to offer.”
    • “The actual gameplay is frustrating and terrible.”
    • “I could post at length about the number of issues I had with every aspect of the gameplay in the short time I played, but the most important one for the success of this game is the combat.”
    • “Personally, I love it, but I can see that there is not a whole lot of depth to the gameplay itself - the worldbuilding and artistry, however, are second to none in the genre.”
  • graphics22 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and immersive pixel-art style, which enhances the overall atmosphere and aesthetic appeal. Reviewers appreciate the vibrant colors and unique art direction, noting that it contributes significantly to the game's enjoyment despite some criticisms regarding content and gameplay depth. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature that justifies the game's price.

    • “The atmosphere it has in its different regions is quite cool, made possible by its great pixel-art style and the soothing yet strange soundtrack.”
    • “I was immediately pulled in by the beautiful and genuinely stylized graphics, and I'm really loving it so far.”
    • “Moonquest is a really fun game with a great pixel art style.”
  • story16 mentions

    The game's story revolves around a cosmic quest to find two moonstones to power a moon machine, creating a sense of adventure and exploration. While the main storyline can be completed in a day, players appreciate the replayability offered through character unlocks and alternative storylines, alongside a rich sandbox experience. Overall, the narrative is engaging and immersive, making players feel like lone travelers on a significant journey.

    • “Really felt like a lone traveler on a cosmic quest for a bit there.”
    • “Most of the time I forgot it was actually a game that was coming out and thought it was just a fun story that was being told very slowly via Twitter over the course of those 400 odd years.”
    • “Main storyline is completable in one day, but there's a lot of replayability with character unlocks and different storylines, not to mention the collection, sandbox, and construction aspect!”
    • “There's a solid foundation here, but I haven't been far enough to see the quest progression other than finding two moonstones.”
    • “Your quest is to find two moonstones to power the moon machine.”
  • music12 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its ability to create an immersive atmosphere, while others find it too ambient and lacking in memorability. The sudden shifts to high-energy tracks can lead to confusion, as they often do not correspond to significant gameplay events like boss fights. Overall, while the soundtrack contributes to the game's aesthetic, it may not resonate with all players.

    • “The atmosphere it has in its different regions is quite cool, made possible by its great pixel-art style and the soothing yet strange soundtrack.”
    • “The music in the game all of a sudden changes to a high energetic music and you think, 'Oh wow, boss fight, yeah?'”
    • “It's not a very hard or deep game, but the art style is really nice and the OST had me immersed.”
    • “I have to admit that I have not enjoyed the soundtrack so far; it is a bit too ambient and not very memorable.”
    • “- not a fan of the soundtrack though”
    • “No, you get nothing; it's just the game's music.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its captivating pixel-art style and a soothing yet peculiar soundtrack, creating a cool and immersive experience across its various regions.

    • “The atmosphere in its different regions is quite cool, made possible by its great pixel-art style and the soothing yet strange soundtrack.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, frequently freezing or crashing shortly after launch, leading to a frustrating experience for players.

    • “It either freezes and stays that way, or crashes after five seconds.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game is well-optimized for controller use, providing a smooth and responsive experience for players using this input method.

    • “I'm playing with a controller, and it's well optimized for that.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability despite a main storyline that can be completed in a single day, thanks to various character unlocks, multiple storylines, and engaging collection, sandbox, and construction elements.

    • “The main storyline is completable in one day, but there's a lot of replayability with character unlocks and different storylines, not to mention the collection, sandbox, and construction aspects!”
    • “The main storyline is completable in one day, but there's a lot of replayability with character unlocks and different storylines, not to mention the collection, sandbox, and construction aspects!”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players who enjoy crafting complexity and are willing to engage in extensive grinding will find the experience rewarding. However, those averse to repetitive tasks may find it less appealing.

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