MOUTHOLE

96%
Game Brain Score Based on 55 reviews
  • graphics
  • story
  • atmosphere
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"MOUTHOLE" is a first-person exploration game with puzzles and a small cast of characters, set inside the player's own mouth. The game features 11 possible endings, full controller support, and a unique tooth-shattering soundtrack. With limited time, players must choose between investigating the strange worlds inside their mouth, or maintaining their physical and digital lives. The game contains flashing lights and has a distinctive lack of lighting.

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  • Windows
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Reviews

96%
Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews
graphics5 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Mouthole offers a unique and surreal experience with a bizarre narrative and engaging gameplay that rewards curiosity and exploration.
  • The game's PS1-style graphics and experimental soundtrack create an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
  • With multiple endings and hidden secrets, Mouthole provides significant replay value, making it a compelling choice for fans of exploration and puzzle-solving.
  • The subject matter may be off-putting for those with dental phobias, potentially limiting its audience.
  • Some puzzles can be cryptic and may require external guides, which can detract from the enjoyment of exploration.
  • The audio and visual elements can be jarring or overwhelming for some players, making the experience uncomfortable at times.
  • graphics11 mentions

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a distinctive PS1-style aesthetic, featuring jagged edges and fog that enhance its eerie atmosphere. While some players find the visuals unsettling and challenging to navigate, others appreciate the surreal and varied design that complements the game's exploration and puzzle-solving elements. Overall, the unique graphics contribute significantly to the game's uncanny and immersive experience.

    • “Overall, if you want a far-out PS1-style game with insane visuals and a weird atmosphere, then this is for you.”
    • “Unsettling visuals, great PS1 stylized graphics.”
    • “The sound effects, as well as the visuals, are painful to experience.”
    • “A weird and varied experience, its many unexpected twists and turns buoyed by the always stellar atmosphere, courtesy of the strong sound design and PS1-styled visuals, always popular in this genre, their jagged edges and distance-obscuring fog breathing some staid air into these desolate non-places.”
    • “The PS1-style graphics and audio are a pleasure to behold, and that’s what kept me going.”
  • story6 mentions

    The game's story is characterized by surreal and abstract elements, lacking significant dialogue and a traditional narrative structure. While some players find the absence of a cohesive storyline and characters unproblematic, they appreciate the entertaining world and the potential for personal interpretation of the themes, particularly regarding dental hygiene as a metaphor. As players progress, they discover that the narrative is more complex and creative than it initially appears, filled with secrets and intriguing content.

    • “Very deceiving game, it's a lot smarter and more creative than it looks. There is a lot of content, tons of secrets, and an intriguing story to go along with it.”
    • “Surreal mouth storytelling.”
    • “I may not necessarily understand what the plot of the game is about, but you can come up with your own conclusion either way - something about your teeth hygiene, which I assume is a metaphor for something else.”
    • “The narrative may only look simple on the surface, but I think you will find that this story is not as straightforward; the more you play it, the more complex and stranger it gets.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The atmosphere in "Mouthole" is described as surreal and captivating, enhanced by strong sound design and PS1-style visuals that create a unique, eerie ambiance. Reviewers appreciate the game's unexpected twists and varied experiences, noting that the jagged graphics and fog contribute to its desolate yet intriguing setting. Overall, the combination of visuals and sound creates a distinct and immersive atmosphere that resonates with fans of the genre.

    • “Above all, I loved the surreal atmosphere throughout Mouthole.”
    • “A weird and varied experience, its many unexpected twists and turns buoyed by the always stellar atmosphere, courtesy of the strong sound design and PS1-styled visuals, their jagged edges and distance-obscuring fog breathing some staid air into these desolate non-places.”
    • “The sound design and music add a lot to the atmosphere.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music and sound design in the game are standout features, significantly enhancing the atmosphere and emotional depth. The soundtrack complements the unique and immersive experience, evoking a sense of joy amidst the game's darker themes. Overall, the music is praised for its contribution to the game's ambiance and storytelling.

    • “The soundtrack is the biggest standout, though.”
    • “The environments and especially the music that sometimes plays really feel like taking whatever joy in the world you can before you perish in a tragically short timespan.”
    • “The soundtrack is the bigger standout, though.”
    • “The sound design and music add a lot to the atmosphere.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized as funny and quirky, with a blend of weirdness that feels purposeful rather than random. Players appreciate the thought-provoking dialogue from the characters, finding it charming and refreshing within the walk-and-click adventure genre. Overall, the humor adds a unique flavor that enhances the gaming experience.

    • “The characters are weird but not for the sake of it; the things they say are actually thought-provoking and not just funny comedy dialogue, which I found really charming about this game.”
    • “This is genuinely such an excellent game; it's very refreshing to see some solid humor and flavor in the walk-and-click adventure genre.”
    • “Funny, weird, psychedelic games which I had loads of fun with.”
  • gameplay4 mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its unique mechanics, particularly the ability to choose how to spend the last five days without the pressure of time constraints. This thoughtful design contributes to the game's status as a surreal masterpiece within the walking simulator genre.

    • “You choose how you wish to spend your last five days, and the game does not pressure you into hasty decisions based on constantly-flowing time during gameplay.”
    • “And that's a unique mechanic not just in a superficial way.”
    • “There's a lot of unique mechanics to be found, and for the walking simulator genre (non-derogatory), it's a surreal masterpiece.”
    • “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “There are numerous bugs that disrupt the gameplay, making it frustrating to progress.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability, particularly for achievement hunters, as players can explore multiple endings and enjoy the mysterious elements that enhance the experience. Many users find the initial uncertainty engaging, making it a worthwhile purchase for those who appreciate replay value.

    • “I really recommend it if you love achievement hunting; there’s loads of replay value to get every ending.”
    • “If you're into replayability and mysterious elements, along with not knowing what to do for the first half hour, then yeah, it's definitely worth a buy.”
    • “Really recommend if you love achievement hunting; there’s loads of replay value to get every ending.”
    • “If you're into replayability and mysterious elements along with not knowing what to do for the first half hour, then yeah, it's definitely worth a buy.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly when trying to reach the endings after exploring each area, as the process is slow and lacks the option to skip ahead.

    • “Once you have explored each area and identified the items present, reaching the endings only becomes a tedious task.”
    • “It's a very slow and tedious process to reach the ending, and you can't skip ahead.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find "Mouthole" to evoke strong emotional responses, often likening the experience to a surreal and hallucinatory state, reminiscent of psychedelic experiences.

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