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Mortal Meal

65%Game Brain Score
story, humor
graphics, gameplay
100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

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"Mortal Meal" is a 90's retro-style adventure game where you play as a spirit, avoiding a force looking to consume your soul while uncovering your past. With a haunting atmosphere, emotional soundtrack, and engaging story, you'll encounter frightening creatures and unspeakable horrors. Unlock cheats and secrets, and outwit your enemies to survive and wrinkle your brain with unique challenges. Be aware of the low-poly terrors and the potential for brain injury due to wrinkling.

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews
story8 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Mortal Meal effectively blends humor and horror, creating a charming and engaging experience that resonates emotionally.
  • The game features fantastic visuals and a nostalgic PS1 aesthetic, enhancing the overall atmosphere and storytelling.
  • It offers replayability through hidden collectibles and unlockable cheats, encouraging players to explore and enjoy the game multiple times.
  • The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content for the time invested.
  • Certain gameplay mechanics, such as enemy pathfinding and frustrating sequences, can detract from the overall experience.
  • Some players may find the lack of a checkpoint system in challenging sections to be frustrating.
  • story
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in this game is a compelling blend of humor and horror, effectively conveyed through a simple yet touching narrative about grief and love. With its engaging writing, beautiful visuals, and unique low-poly aesthetic, it offers a heartfelt experience that resonates with players, making it a standout in the indie horror genre. Overall, the storytelling is praised for its creativity and emotional depth, inviting players to explore its themes in an innovative way.

    • “Fantastic visuals, good mix of humor and horror, and a very cute story!”
    • “Beautiful melancholy story of grief and love.”
    • “It's an engaging and touching story with some clever gameplay that gets the player to think about how to advance the plot just using the clues around them.”
    • “If you love a ghost story that knows exactly what it wants to say and says it in an unrestrained, wild way only a 3D indie platformer can, you absolutely need to give about 4 hours of your life to Mortal Meal.”
    • “Short little horror game with a surprisingly sweet storyline.”
    • “If you're a fan of low-poly art styles, bite-size psychological horror games, or surprisingly heartfelt storytelling, then give this one a shot.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are praised for their fantastic visuals and effective use of the PS1 horror aesthetic, which enhances the nostalgic feel and complements the storytelling. The character design and environments are well-executed, contributing to a balanced mix of humor and horror. Overall, the low-poly art style resonates well with fans of indie horror games, making it visually appealing and engaging.

    • “Fantastic visuals, good mix of humor and horror, and a very cute story!”
    • “They absolutely nailed the PS1 aesthetic too, the environments and character design is really great.”
    • “Mortal Meal is incredibly straightforward with its art style, music, and general themes.”
    • “Part of that is the PS1 horror aesthetic, sure, which you see a lot in indie horror games, but I think much more of that comes from the very human way its simple story is told, and the effective and balanced use of comedy and dread all at the same time.”
    • “If you're a fan of low-poly art styles, bite-size psychological horror games, or surprisingly heartfelt storytelling, then give this one a shot.”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is well-defined and effectively guides players through a balanced mix of action, free-roaming, and puzzle-solving elements, maintaining excellent pacing. It incorporates horror mechanics that enhance tension, while also encouraging players to engage thoughtfully with the story through environmental clues.

    • “The gameplay is a perfect mix of simple action segments and free roam/puzzle bits with perfect pacing.”
    • “Gameplay feels like it knows what it is and wants to be and onboards the player well.”
    • “- Horror mechanics that kept me on edge.”
    • “It's an engaging and touching story with some clever gameplay that gets the player to think about how to advance the plot just using the clues around them.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is well-integrated, providing a delightful balance with its horror elements and serious themes. Players appreciate the clever mix of lighthearted moments and spookiness, enhanced by charming visuals and a nostalgic '90s vibe. Overall, the humor adds to the experience without detracting from the game's deeper messages.

    • “Fantastic visuals, good mix of humor and horror, and a very cute story!”
    • “I appreciate that they were not afraid to add moments of humor throughout and managed to not have it distract from the serious themes.”
    • “Great '90s vibes and a good balance of serious topics with humor.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, with a diverse soundtrack that complements various locations and themes. Reviewers note the playful and fitting musical tracks, which contribute to the overall immersive experience alongside the visuals and storytelling.

    • “Great music that fits the atmosphere of the different sections well.”
    • “Solid story, very fun writing, really great soundtrack and visuals.”
    • “From specific and playful musical tracks for different locations to inventive little details like photos and posters, various elements go into making each location feel unique and individually planned.”
    • “The music in this game is incredibly straightforward and lacks depth.”
    • “The tracks feel repetitive and do not enhance the overall experience.”
    • “There is a noticeable absence of variety in the musical composition, making it forgettable.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game elicits a wide range of emotions, from laughter to tears, through its engaging and touching narrative, complemented by clever gameplay that encourages players to think critically. Fans of low-poly art and psychological horror will find its heartfelt storytelling particularly appealing.

    • “It's an engaging and touching story with some clever gameplay that gets the player to think about how to advance the plot just using the clues around them.”
    • “If you're a fan of low-poly art styles, bite-size psychological horror games, or surprisingly heartfelt storytelling, then give this one a shot.”
    • “I laughed, I cried, I made soup.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight that the game's music significantly enhances the atmosphere, effectively complementing the various sections and contributing to an immersive experience.

    • “The great music fits the atmosphere of the different sections perfectly.”
    • “The immersive environment draws you in and makes you feel part of the world.”
    • “The atmospheric design creates a captivating experience that keeps you engaged.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers praise the character development for its strong adherence to the PS1 aesthetic, highlighting the impressive environments and character design that enhance the overall experience.

    • “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
    • “The way the game explores each character's backstory adds layers to their personalities, making every decision feel impactful.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the replayability of the game, particularly due to the hidden CDs that unlock exciting cheats, encouraging them to revisit and explore different gameplay experiences.

    • “The hidden CDs you can find throughout the game unlock cool cheats that enhance replayability.”
    • “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making you want to dive back in.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the game fresh, encouraging multiple runs.”

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