MouseCraft

About

"MouseCraft" is a single-player arcade game with a good soundtrack, offering around 9 hours of playtime. In the game, you assist a mad scientist cat by stacking Tetromino blocks to create safe paths for mice in 80 levels. Gather collectibles, fight enemies, and use various block types to overcome obstacles and uncover the potential of a mice-powered machine.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 158 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

MouseCraft combines elements of Tetris and Lemmings, creating a fun and engaging puzzle experience.
The game features charming graphics and a cute storyline, making it appealing to players of all ages.
It includes a level editor, allowing players to create and share their own levels, adding to the game's replayability.

The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and unresponsive controls in certain modes.
Some players find the puzzles to be too easy, with a lack of challenge in later levels.
The absence of Steam Workshop integration limits the sharing of user-created content, which could enhance the game's longevity.

gameplay
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
57%
9%
The gameplay is characterized by a solid progression of mechanics and a variety of puzzles across 80 levels, keeping the experience engaging and challenging. Players appreciate the introduction of new mechanics that enhance complexity, although some feel the overall gameplay lacks depth and originality, drawing comparisons to Tetris and Lemmings. While the game is enjoyable and well-presented, many reviewers suggest it may not justify its full price due to its limited playtime of around 5-15 hours.
- “Each time you complete some levels, a new mechanic is added to keep the gameplay interesting and fresh, in a total of 80 levels.”
- “It’s an interesting and original puzzle game with a good presentation, lots of different features that add more complexity to the gameplay, and creative levels that are mostly accessible and fun to complete.”
- “The game continues to introduce new mechanics every so often, stepping up the complexity of the puzzles and keeping levels varied.”
- “Overall, I recommend it with a discount, because honestly even ten dollars is too much to spend for less than fifteen hours of gameplay.”
- “The puzzles and mechanics are ridiculously simple.”
- “Ignore the sales pitch about Tetris and Lemmings though, the actual gameplay doesn't really have much in common with either of them.”
music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
32%
11%
The music in the game is generally well-received, described as catchy and enjoyable, with some users noting its ability to enhance the overall experience. While it may lack variety and depth, it is polished and complements the gameplay effectively, making it a pleasant backdrop for puzzle-solving. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The graphics and the music are very nice, can be a great experience for those who like puzzle games.”
- “It’s bright and colorful, the music is toe-tappingly jolly and the fusion of puzzle classics works intuitively and offers some fun mazes to take on.”
- “I have not found many downsides there - dull story, rather generic music and absence of some form of local multiplayer.”
- “The background music could be a lot more varied, but you can always switch it off and listen to your own tunes.”
- “Nice graphics, but maybe a little too unremarkable, just like the music, which is not that great.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
35%
12%
The game's graphics have received generally positive feedback, with many users praising their colorful and detailed design, which enhances the overall experience. While some reviews noted that the graphics are not particularly remarkable, they are described as charming and well-suited for the game's theme, contributing to a high production value. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong aspect of the game, appealing to both casual and dedicated players.
- “There are many positives in the game - original idea that works, adding new features as the player progresses through the game, good level design, gradually increasing learning curve, challenging yet not frustrating difficulty, user-friendly interface and controls, and beautiful graphics.”
- “Graphics 9/10: impressively colorful and detailed, above average effort for this type of game.”
- “The graphics are charming and suit it perfectly.”
- “The graphics aren't especially remarkable, but they're not bad either.”
- “The visuals and music lack variety.”
- “Graphics and UI are obviously designed for a tablet audience but work well enough with PC/mouse too.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
56%
17%
The story in "Mice on a Mission: A Puzzle Tale" is generally considered thin and somewhat generic, serving primarily as a backdrop for the puzzle-solving gameplay. While some players appreciate the charming visuals and quirky animations that accompany the narrative, many feel that the story lacks depth and fails to significantly enhance the overall experience. Overall, it provides a light-hearted context for the puzzles but is not a standout feature of the game.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “This game has a really cool story!”
- “The game also has a cutesy story in between stages that I found charming in a quirky way.”
- “I have not found many downsides there - dull story, rather generic music and absence of some form of local multiplayer.”
- “There is no real story so it's just progressive puzzle solving but the progression takes too long and is far too limited.”
- “There is not really much of a story as far as I can tell; I've made it halfway through the stages and it has been trap after trap.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, featuring amusing graphics and well-animated characters like the comical Schrödinger, which adds to the overall enjoyment. Players appreciate the blend of humor with challenging gameplay, although some have experienced frustrating crashes during sessions.
- “The 3D models are nicely animated, from the sweet little mice to the downright hilarious Schrödinger, who always keeps an eye on the experiment with gleeful joy or puzzled amazement.”
- “Funny graphics and great music.”
- “I appreciate the art, the humor, and also find the game mechanic of an updated Lemmings to be quite enjoyable.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious due to the repetitive nature of the puzzles, which can become monotonous with frequent play. However, when played in moderation, the game offers enough variety across its seventy levels to keep it engaging.
- “It's essentially just the same puzzle over and over, so it can get a bit tedious if played too frequently, but in infrequent bursts it has more than enough variety to warrant the seventy-odd levels included.”
- “Tedious.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is criticized for its lack of replayability, as it is relatively short and offers little incentive to revisit once players have solved the levels, which are considered easy and straightforward.
- “The only downfall is that the game is rather short and has no replay value.”
- “To be honest, it has the same issues as Mario vs. Donkey Kong - replay value is pretty non-existent once you know the solution, since levels are pretty small and it's not that hard of a task.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
While "Mousecraft" provides enjoyable gameplay, users note that the controls can be somewhat buggy. However, the inclusion of an "active pause" feature enhances the experience by allowing players to strategize without the pressure of time. Overall, the game's stability is considered respectable despite these minor issues.
- “Taking all the positives together, Mousecraft offers some hours of decent fun, but the controls are slightly buggy, which affects the overall stability.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it frustrating to progress and enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous glitches that disrupted gameplay, leading to a lack of stability that detracted from my enjoyment.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its exceptional production values and stylized assets, creating an immersive experience, despite the soundtrack being less memorable.
- “The production values are phenomenal, and while the soundtrack wasn't anything to write home about, the general atmosphere of testing and stylized assets definitely brought the experience to life.”
- “The production values are phenomenal, and while the soundtrack wasn't anything to write home about, the general atmosphere of testing and stylized assets definitely brought the package together.”
- “The game feels lifeless and lacks any real sense of immersion, making it hard to get invested in the world.”
- “Despite the beautiful graphics, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, failing to evoke any real emotions.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features no microtransactions or gated content, aligning with expectations for a premium title. Players appreciate this straightforward approach to monetization.
- “No microtransactions or gated content, which is what you should expect when a game is not free.”
- “There are no microtransactions or gated content, which is what you should expect when a game is not free.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend more to enjoy the full experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Despite being developed by a small indie studio, Mousecraft delivers impressive graphics and performance, showcasing a level of optimization that feels professional.
- “Despite being an indie game programmed by a small game studio, Mousecraft offers good graphics and performance and seems quite professional.”