Morkredd
- December 10, 2020
- Hyper Games
- 3h median play time
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Morkredd is a puzzle game that focuses on local multi-player experience, with co-op mode being the best way to play. Protect the Orb, your only source of light in a dark world filled with deadly shadows, and survive over 60 puzzles with a friend or alone using unique dual-character controls. Discover ancient secrets about the Orb as you progress."
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Reviews
- Morkredd offers a captivating cooperative experience with clever puzzles that require teamwork and communication.
- The game's atmospheric visuals and sound design create an engaging and immersive environment, reminiscent of titles like Limbo and Inside.
- The unique light and shadow mechanics provide a fresh twist on puzzle-solving, making for memorable moments of both challenge and humor.
- The game is quite short, typically taking only 2-3 hours to complete, which may not justify the full price for some players.
- Single-player mode can be frustrating as it requires controlling both characters simultaneously, leading to confusion and accidental deaths.
- Some players found the puzzles to be overly simplistic and repetitive, lacking the depth and challenge expected from a puzzle game.
- gameplay59 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Morkredd" features a unique dual-character mechanic that emphasizes cooperation and puzzle-solving in a visually stunning, atmospheric environment. While the innovative light and shadow mechanics create engaging challenges, some players find the controls cumbersome and the puzzles repetitive, leading to frustration. Overall, the game offers a compelling experience, particularly in co-op mode, but suffers from occasional bugs and a lack of depth in its mechanics.
“Released in early 2021, the game features a unique dual-character mechanic where players control two beings connected by a luminous bond, navigating through an eerie landscape filled with puzzles and lurking dangers.”
“With its stunning visuals, atmospheric sound design, and innovative gameplay, 'Morkredd' offers a deeply engaging experience that highlights the importance of cooperation and connection.”
“The gameplay revolves around the clever use of the two characters, each of whom must be leveraged to solve intricate puzzles.”
“The gameplay is overly simplistic, becoming monotonous within just a few minutes.”
“The concept is great, but the mechanics feel buggy too often for a price and game time like this.”
“Love the art direction and it's a solid enough premise, but unfortunately didn't care for the execution of the shadow mechanic; the fact that falling into shadow will kill a character near-instantly (sending you back to the most recent checkpoint), and especially that one playable character can cast a lethal shadow on the other, results in far too many accidental deaths even when just doing extremely basic navigation around the level to figure out a puzzle.”
- graphics40 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Morkredd" are characterized by a striking minimalist aesthetic, featuring dark, atmospheric environments enhanced by ethereal glows. While some players appreciate the simplicity and beauty of the visuals, others note that they effectively complement the game's themes and sound design, creating a unique and immersive experience. Overall, the art style is well-executed, though some players feel it could benefit from additional polish.
“The art style of 'Morkredd' is one of its most striking aspects.”
“The game employs a minimalist aesthetic, dominated by dark, foreboding environments punctuated by ethereal glows of light.”
“The graphics are dark or spooky but not in a scary way, beautifully creating a slightly dark, mysterious atmosphere.”
“Didn't like the aesthetics and the end scene was disappointing given the beginning.”
“Visuals are at most times pretty bleak but serve their purpose, with a handful of some short more interesting sequences strewn in (about once per level).”
“- I understand visuals are meant to be simplistic, but still there would’ve been room for more polish (i.e., end of clip 1 pipe shadow, end of clip 2 air physics, end of clip 5 shadow).”
- story36 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story in "Morkredd" is conveyed through environmental storytelling, primarily through hidden murals and minimal dialogue, allowing players to piece together the lore as they progress. While some find the narrative abstract and lacking depth, others appreciate its eerie atmosphere and emotional resonance, making it a compelling backdrop for the cooperative gameplay. Overall, the game offers a unique blend of atmospheric storytelling and engaging puzzles, though some players desire a more fleshed-out narrative experience.
“The story unfolds organically through the gameplay, with minimal dialogue or exposition, allowing players to piece together the characters’ backgrounds and motivations as they progress.”
“"Morkredd" stands out as a unique entry in the indie gaming scene, offering an emotional journey that deftly balances atmospheric storytelling with engaging puzzle mechanics.”
“The game is charming with a visual story that makes your mind wonder what is going to happen next; the mechanic of staying in the light or dying really highlighted the simplicity of mistakes when both players wanted to get something but inadvertently put the other player in danger by walking into their shadow.”
“Only with a friend, weird story, nothing explained.”
“The story is very abstract and doesn't really play a big role in the game.”
“Minimal story, neat ambiance.”
- atmosphere32 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 16 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in "Morkredd" is widely praised for its stunning visuals, eerie sound design, and immersive world-building, creating a tense and mysterious environment that enhances the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke emotions through its dark, Lovecraftian themes and engaging puzzles, making it a standout title in the indie scene. While some reviews noted a lack of memorable sound, the overall atmosphere is described as captivating and well-crafted, drawing players into its unique narrative.
“With its stunning visuals, atmospheric sound design, and innovative gameplay, 'Morkredd' offers a deeply engaging experience that highlights the importance of cooperation and connection.”
“The graphics are dark or spooky but not in a scary way, beautifully creating a slightly dark, mysterious atmosphere.”
“The art style, level design, mood, and atmosphere are just perfectly crafted, creating a very unique experience.”
“There was no real atmosphere, no feeling, nothing—just meh.”
“The graphics are dark or spooky but not in a scary way; they beautifully create a slightly dark, mysterious atmosphere.”
“The puzzles can feel very tense at times, which goes hand in hand with its dark and moody atmosphere.”
- music14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as atmospheric and ethereal, enhancing the overall experience with its soothing qualities, though some reviews note a lack of memorable tracks. While certain stages feature beautiful compositions that complement the visuals, others rely on ambient sound design, creating a quiet yet immersive atmosphere. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's dark, dreamlike world, despite some players feeling it could be more prominent.
“The ending is beautiful, and so is the music and the design of the entire game.”
“The art style and music really creep up on you; more and more, you get sucked into this dark, dream-like world that will spin your head around.”
“The visuals and music are beautiful, and the gameplay is challenging.”
“There is no music, no voices, just quiet ambience and few sound effects, indicating what's happening.”
“- dismissing music for just ambient sound design is an interesting concept which comes up a lot in this title.”
“The art style and music really is creeping up on you; more and more you get sucked into this dark, dream-like world that will spin your head around.”
- grinding9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unengaging, often describing it as a chore rather than a fun challenge. Many reviews highlight the repetitive nature of the gameplay, particularly in managing the light ball, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and investment in the game.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“A lot of grinding.”
“The puzzles lack creativity and feel more like a tedious chore than an engaging challenge, making it hard to stay invested.”
“I feel like if this game had an option to grab and hold the orb it would be a lot more fun, but right now it's just tedious because orbs roll off somewhere you don't want them to go or you have to wiggle them out of a weird corner position.”
“The game is okay, but it gets annoying and tedious pushing the light ball everywhere.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is limited, primarily offering a single playthrough experience with minimal incentive to replay beyond co-op and solo variations. While some players may find value in exploring missed content, the overall consensus is that it lacks significant replay value, especially after completing the game once.
“It works like many other games where, as a single player, you control two or more characters with the same controls. In this case, if the game doesn't seem replayable to you, you can always play it once co-op and another time solo.”
“Infinitely replayable in multiplayer.”
“The game has some replay value, but only if it can be played without lag to ensure both players can enjoy the fluidity of this game.”
“The game has some replay value, but only if it can be played without the lagging to make sure both players can enjoy the fluidity of this game.”
“Morkredd left me with a lot of questions, but there's not a lot of replay value beyond discovering a few paintings you missed on your first go-round.”
“Takes 2-3 hours to beat; I can't say it has any replay value after that, and the achievements are silly.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players report significant stability issues, with frequent bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, especially in later stages. These technical problems, including controller malfunctions, detract from the overall experience and lead to frustration.
“The concept is great, but the mechanics feel buggy too often for a price and game time like this.”
“There are little glitches that become way more obvious and disruptive the further you get through the game, and they're insanely frustrating.”
“The 360 controller is buggy in the game; I can't control the second character correctly.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its cooperative mechanics, particularly the shadow interactions, which lead to amusing moments, especially when played with someone who embraces a lighthearted approach. Players report that the laughter and giggles enhance the overall fun experience.
“I remember the giggling and laughing each time we were about to step into the shadow of the other; this actually increased the fun.”
“Overall, quite funny if you play with someone who doesn't take things too seriously.”
“The shadow mechanics when playing together can sometimes be hilarious!”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
"Morkredd" is praised for its emotional depth, effectively intertwining atmospheric storytelling with engaging puzzles to highlight the significance of connection and cooperation in overcoming challenges. Players are drawn into a poignant journey that resonates with themes of adversity, making it a standout title in the indie gaming scene for those seeking an emotionally rich experience.
“As players navigate the dark world, they are reminded of the emotional stakes involved in their journey, reinforcing the importance of connection in overcoming life’s challenges.”
“"Morkredd" stands out as a unique entry in the indie gaming scene, offering an emotional journey that deftly balances atmospheric storytelling with engaging puzzle mechanics.”
“For fans of atmospheric puzzles and emotionally resonant storytelling, "Morkredd" is a must-play title that beautifully captures the essence of cooperation in the face of adversity.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from poor optimization, failing to recognize the native resolution, which negatively impacts the overall gaming experience.
“The game won't recognize the native resolution and has terrible optimization.”
“The performance issues make it nearly unplayable on my system.”
“Frequent frame drops and stuttering ruin the overall experience.”
