Moroi

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Moroi is a single player action game. It was developed by Violet Saint and was released on April 30, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

Moroi is a single-player adventure game set within the Cosmic Engine, a surreal, ever-shifting hellscape where truth is elusive and paranoia reigns. As an amnesiac prisoner condemned to eternal punishment, you navigate a twisting labyrinth filled with bizarre creatures and challenging puzzles. Escape offers freedom and the haunting revelation of your forgotten past.

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Adventure

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Single-Player

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

story7 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and intriguing story with dark humor and bizarre characters that keep players engaged.
The art direction and character design are praised for their creativity and distinctiveness, contributing to the game's atmospheric experience.
Despite its flaws, the game offers a fun and chaotic gameplay experience that some players find enjoyable, especially for those who appreciate its weirdness.

The game suffers from janky controls, unresponsive mechanics, and numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience.
Puzzles are often considered boring or unintuitive, leading to frustration rather than satisfaction when solved.
The combat system is criticized for being basic and imprecise, making it difficult for players to fully enjoy the action-oriented aspects of the game.

story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is characterized by its twisted narrative, bizarre characters, and unexpected plot twists that keep players engaged and eager to explore. While many players found the writing and atmosphere captivating, some struggled to connect with the story initially. Overall, the creative storytelling and intriguing world-building are highlighted as standout features, making it a compelling experience for those who appreciate narrative-driven games.
- “Twisted story, bizarre characters, and plenty of unexpected moments.”
- “The story and atmosphere are incredibly creative and kept me hooked from start to finish.”
- “You think you know where the story is going, but then it takes a turn and surprises you.”
- “❌ Story engagement: I found it very hard to get into the story.”
- “[b]Narrative/story/world:[/b] I had no clue what this story was going to be about even after playing the original demo.”
- “If you're only in it for the story and experience rather than the gameplay, go for it, but this is clearly not it for me.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Moroi is a mixed bag, featuring a straightforward combat system and puzzle-solving elements set in a creatively grotesque world. While some players appreciate the challenging puzzles and engaging story, many criticize the unpolished mechanics, frustrating gameplay loop, and buggy sound issues, leading to an overall experience that feels rough around the edges. Ultimately, the game may appeal more to those interested in its narrative and art direction rather than its gameplay quality.
- “Moroi is an arcade shoot 'em up game with some melee combat that takes place in a grotesque world. The gameplay loop consists of solving puzzles, slaying a bunch of enemies in small areas, and fighting some bosses.”
- “The combat is straightforward, with no skill tree or advanced mechanics, but it works well for this type of game.”
- “The puzzles, on the other hand, are pretty nice and challenging, adding a layer of depth to the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay loop in Moroi is boring and sometimes frustrating; the puzzles are badly designed, and there are some annoying bugs in the game. The only good thing about this game is its art direction.”
- “Unpolished mechanics: the twin-stick controls felt off—it's hard to explain, but they just didn't feel right.”
- “Really great and amazingly creative setting, but the actual gameplay is pretty bad.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its distinct aesthetic and creative storytelling, immersing players in a unique and often unsettling experience. While the atmosphere and narrative puzzles are engaging, some players find the overall experience marred by janky combat and technical issues. Overall, the game's atmosphere is a standout feature that captivates players, despite its flaws.
- “The atmosphere is awesome but really depressing.”
- “Atmospheric design: the game's aesthetic is distinct and aligns well with its theme of twisted tales.”
- “The story and atmosphere are incredibly creative and kept me hooked from start to finish.”
- “Play it on easy or normal and sink into the weird story and atmosphere like a rock in molasses.”
- “What kept me going was the atmosphere, the strangeness, and the little narrative puzzles hiding in plain sight.”
- “The simplicity of the combat actually lets the story and atmosphere shine, which is what makes Moroi so special.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in Moroi are praised for their unique and grotesque character designs, complemented by superb art styles that enhance the game's atmospheric and thematic elements. The visuals and level design are noted to be impressive, rivaling those of high-budget titles, although some users describe the overall graphics as merely decent.
- “The character design in Moroi is unique in a good way, featuring weird-looking, grotesque, and somewhat mutilated characters. I personally loved their design, and the art style for the character portraits is really good.”
- “The art style is superb and really gives it a unique feel along with the characters you will meet and face.”
- “Graphics: decent”
- “Amazing hack and slash adventure style puzzle game that is oozing with its own art style.”
- “✔️ Atmospheric design: the game's aesthetic is distinct and aligns well with its theme of twisted tales.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players noting issues like abrupt starts and stops, as well as short loops that can detract from the experience. However, others appreciate the pumping soundtrack that enhances the action-packed gameplay and complements the game's dark atmosphere, making it a solid choice for fans of the genre. Overall, while the music is decent, its limited presence leaves some players wanting more.
- “The cherry on top is the soundtrack that goes along with it, and the game just presents itself in such an awesome way. It is easy to recommend if you want a solid isometric hack and slash with a dark world to engross you in.”
- “The cast of absurd characters and humor keeps things light, even with all the gore, and the action-packed combat sequences are bolstered by the pumping soundtrack.”
- “Music that doesn't start or stop properly, has clicking sounds, and features very short loops at times.”
- “However, there was not much music and sound, hence I can't decide on that part unfortunately.”
- “Music: decent”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its dark and janky elements, featuring well-written dialogue that often elicits chuckles and sparks curiosity about the game's world. Players appreciate the blend of gratuitous gore and quirky humor, making it an engaging experience for fans of dark comedic narratives. Overall, the humor is a standout aspect that enhances the game's appeal.
- “It's also really janky and full of bugs, gratuitous gore, and very dark humor.”
- “The dialogue between characters is well written and sometimes funny; I found myself chuckling while reading some of the dialogue. It makes you wonder what's going on in the world of Moroi and ignites your curiosity.”
- “Moroi is an interesting action RPG with dark humor and weird elements. I can say this is a first experience for me with those kinds of games, and it kept me hooked for hours because of the dialogues and the way each chapter unfolds.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is notably poor, with frequent sound bugs, glitches, and control issues detracting from the overall experience. While the atmosphere and unique elements are appreciated, the lack of polish and persistent technical problems significantly impact gameplay.
- “The sound is buggy; it sometimes goes really low or completely silent during gameplay and cutscenes.”
- “It's really janky and buggy with no polish at all, but it's pretty charming and unique.”
- “The bugs and frequent annoying glitches didn't help either.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development in Moroi is praised for its unique and grotesque designs, featuring somewhat mutilated characters that stand out positively. The art style of the character portraits is also highlighted as a strong point, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal.
- “The character design in Moroi is unique in a good way, featuring weird-looking, grotesque, and somewhat mutilated characters. I personally loved their design, and the art style for the character portraits is really good.”