MouseVentures

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MouseVentures is a single player casual puzzle game with fantasy, comedy and kids themes. It was developed by DigiPen Europe-Bilbao and was released on July 11, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A puzzle game where you control Pipo, a stuffed mouse. He will enter two storybooks to help the characters inside while use magnetism and light to solve the puzzles that stand in their way.

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Audience ScoreBased on 57 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a charming art style and cute characters that create a cozy atmosphere.
Puzzles are enjoyable and progressively more interesting, especially in the second chapter.
It's a free game that provides a short but delightful experience, making it suitable for kids and casual gamers.

The game is very short, with many players wishing for more content and longer gameplay.
There are technical issues, including a lack of save functionality and occasional bugs that can disrupt the experience.
Controls can be clunky and unresponsive at times, leading to frustration during gameplay.

graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and cute art style, which enhances the overall experience. While some users noted that the graphics could be improved, the unique visuals and detailed aesthetics contribute to a cozy and engaging atmosphere that complements the puzzle mechanics. Overall, the art style is a standout feature, making the game visually appealing and enjoyable.
- “I'm in love with this art style!”
- “The graphics were really charming and detailed.”
- “Really fun game to play, the visuals are stunning and I had much fun solving the puzzles.”
- “Graphics are okay, but could be better.”
- “The puzzle mechanics here fall squarely on the older side, whilst the music and to some extent most of the visuals fall on the children's side.”
- “Cozy puzzle game boasts unique visuals that can be completed in just half an hour.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its chill vibes and immersive quality, others find it lacking or annoying, particularly noting a decline in quality from the first installment. The sound effects are also criticized for being absent, and the music is described as not particularly special or memorable. However, the cute art style and peaceful atmosphere contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “The art is cute, the music and atmosphere are peaceful.”
- “Good music, chill vibes.”
- “I really liked the cute storybook art style, music created a really immersive experience, and the puzzles were also fun to navigate through.”
- “Sound effects are missing, the music isn't anything special and the controls feel sluggish.”
- “The controls are a little iffy sometimes, and the background music is kinda annoying; wish it was longer.”
- “The first music track (Arthur's story) is very twee.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, featuring only three core mechanics, which some players found slow and boring in the first half but improved in the second half with more engaging puzzles. While the mechanics may appeal to younger audiences, the overall experience is described as relaxing and enjoyable, complemented by charming visuals and a cute character design. Despite mixed feelings about the depth of gameplay, many appreciate the game's aesthetics and find it fun and cozy.
- “Simple gameplay and adorable characters/art.”
- “A nice simple and chill game with good aesthetics; gameplay is relaxing and engaging.”
- “I love the art style and the gameplay is very fun :) very cute cozy game and I can't believe it's free.”
- “There are only 3 core mechanics in the entire game, and one of them is turning panels.”
- “The puzzle mechanics here fall squarely on the older side, whilst the music and, to some extent, most of the visuals fall on the children's side.”
- “Since working out the puzzles is the main roadblock in the game, I suggest that children being entertained by a colorful character running around in a colorful world would be better served with simpler puzzle mechanics.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game received mixed feedback; while some players did not engage with the narrative or NPCs, others appreciated the charming storybook art style and immersive music, which enhanced their overall experience despite the lack of detailed commentary on the writing itself. The beautiful visuals and enjoyable puzzles contributed positively to the storytelling experience for those who engaged with it.
- “I really liked the cute storybook art style, the music created a really immersive experience, and the puzzles were also fun to navigate through (even struggled through some of the stages but I managed to finish them without any help >:)”
- “Didn't talk to a single NPC and skipped the story, so no comment on the writing of this game.”
- “The first music track (Arthur's story) is very twee.”
- “The story felt disjointed and lacked depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is characterized as wholesome and emotionally uplifting, making it particularly suitable for toddlers, though it can still be enjoyed by older players.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is characterized by a cute art style and peaceful music, creating a calming and inviting environment for players.
- “The art is cute, the music, and atmosphere are peaceful.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development is highlighted by an appealing main character design and engaging mechanics, contributing to an overall positive experience.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that while the game is enjoyable, it suffers from optimization issues, leading to frame rate problems even on high-end PCs.