Mortal Advocate

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Mortal Advocate is a single player action game. It was developed by aliumfungus and was released on June 9, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

"In the year 21XX, there is no rest for the dead—only servitude." The world is ruled by an Emperor of unparalleled power, who commands the fate of millions in life—but also after death. He promises safety and dominion. In return, he demands absolute obedience. You are a servitor—stripped of your name, your past, and your future. Bound by laws you did not choose, you exist as one small …

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Indie

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Single-Player

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

story7 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

The story-telling and world-building are exceptional, creating a deep emotional connection with the characters, particularly Zegg.
The game features a rich and intriguing world with well-developed characters, blending existential themes with humor and engaging gameplay.
The unique art style and attention to detail enhance the immersive experience, making the game visually striking and atmospheric.

There are several technical issues, including menu navigation problems, collision errors, and occasional bugs that can disrupt gameplay.
Some players may find the pacing slow due to lengthy exposition and dialogue scenes, which can detract from the overall experience.
The game lacks certain quality-of-life features, such as skippable cutscenes and a more intuitive UI, which could improve the user experience.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is highly praised for its engaging narrative, rich character development, and effective world-building, making it a standout feature that captivates players from start to finish. Reviewers highlight the emotional depth and complexity of the themes explored, as well as the seamless integration of dialogue and atmosphere that enhances the storytelling experience. Despite some minor gameplay issues, the compelling plot and its pacing encourage players to immerse themselves fully and even replay for a deeper understanding of the narrative.
- “I loved this game from start to finish; the storytelling and world-building are top-notch, and I truly didn't expect to become this attached to the characters.”
- “The story in the game was intoxicating and got me through any of the gripes or issues I had with the gameplay.”
- “The game builds at a great pace with its story, leaving you feeling the stress of the characters as you reach the climax.”
- “The game is not without a few glitches and bugs, some that can require you to reload a save a couple of times; however, I feel that the story is strong enough to be worth pushing through to see how it all comes together.”
- “This story explores complex and difficult subjects with the nuance the subjects themselves deserve.”
- “One thing of note is that while the game and its setting are pretty dark tonally, it's still very much an uplifting and hopeful story.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a striking black-and-white aesthetic with intentional pops of color, creating a visually captivating experience that aligns well with its indie roots. While some users noted issues with the menu navigation and initial settings, the overall visual style is praised for its strong artistic choices, despite not being on par with AAA titles.
- “An interactive visual novel with a fascinating world and characters and a striking aesthetic style.”
- “The monochrome aesthetics, with some specific spots of color, are peak.”
- “I love the black and white art style, peppered with very intentional color choices in rare places touched by magic.”
- “Sims 1 bare environment and graphic level.”
- “The game is in black and white, with some big contrast and some colors that pop out here and there; it's a striking and efficient aesthetic that stuck with me.”
- “Not a AAA by any means, so I earnestly think that any gripe with the graphics or animation that anyone might have should be brushed aside a bit.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by smooth, simple first-person 3D exploration that effectively supports the captivating story, allowing players to overlook any minor issues they may encounter.
- “Never had any actual stutter and the gameplay was smooth throughout.”
- “The gameplay is simple first-person 3D exploration that lets the story take center stage.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound effects effectively enhance the game's tone and emotional impact, particularly during key plot moments. However, the music is sourced from multiple free-to-use platforms, which may affect its originality.
- “Both the sound effects and background music do a great job of conveying tone and mood, and at certain key plot points, they help drive the powerful emotions home.”
- “The music is sourced from multiple royalty-free sources, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The music is picked through multiple free-to-use sources.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of dark wit and dry comedy, effectively enhancing the storytelling and character introspection. Players appreciate the clever dialogue and pacing, which keep the experience engaging despite some awkward animations. Fans of works like "The Murderbot Diaries" will find a similar mix of horror and humor that addresses themes of hopelessness with a lighthearted touch.
- “I was laughing along while playing, thinking about the writing of the dialogue, the pacing of the story beats, etc. I felt like I got a really good taste of what the world had to offer without needing a break from the game.”
- “If you enjoy things like 'The Murderbot Diaries', this is very much along that same vein in terms of mixing horror with dry humor and combating total hopelessness.”
- “He has a really fun tendency towards wry humor and he has something to say about almost everything in the world.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by expressive character art and models that enhance the narrative, creating a striking and haunting ambiance. The artistic style effectively shifts between oppressive and beautiful, contributing significantly to immersion and the overall emotional impact of the story.
- “The character art and models are wonderful and very expressive, and the atmospheres are full of personality, fitting perfectly with the current plot points.”
- “This is all helped by a striking artistic style that creates a haunting atmosphere, which can be oppressive in one scene and quite lovely in another as the story unfolds.”
- “They do add to the atmosphere and immersion.”
- “This is all helped by a striking artistic style that creates a haunting atmosphere that can be oppressive in one scene and quite lovely in another as the story unfolds.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The game's optimization is generally solid, with players reporting an average of 60 fps at 1440p and a minimum of 45 fps. However, some users have noted that performance fluctuations can lead to temporary changes in mouse sensitivity.
- “The performance is mostly solid; I was able to maintain at least 45 FPS and average 60 FPS at 1440p.”
- “The performance is mostly solid; I was able to maintain at least 45 fps and average 60 fps at 1440p.”
- “When performance is being affected, the mouse sensitivity seemingly increases or decreases temporarily.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game rewarding, particularly through its compelling and heart-wrenching narrative in the visual novel "Mortal Advocate," which encourages exploration and engagement with its story.
- “If you're looking for a compelling, heart-wrenching visual novel to sink your teeth into, Mortal Advocate is just waiting for you to explore it.”
- “The payoff for going around and touching everything feels rewarding.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highly praised for its depth and ability to provoke thoughtful reflections on humanity and existence, making it a unique and enriching experience. Additionally, the character designs are noted as a standout feature, enhancing the overall appeal.
- “Absolutely worth the price of admission, and is a unique and beautiful experience for those into character development and deeper questions about people and the universe.”
- “I love the character designs.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game experiences some glitches and bugs that may necessitate reloading saves, particularly on Linux, but many players find the compelling story worth enduring these stability issues.
- “The game is not without a few glitches and bugs, some that can require you to reload a save a couple of times; however, I feel that the story is strong enough to be worth pushing through to see how it all comes together.”
- “It's a bit buggy on Linux, but that's not shocking, and it didn't stop me from enjoying the story at all.”