MOUTHOLE

About

"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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 110 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Mouthole offers a unique and surreal experience with a bizarre narrative and plenty of hidden surprises and endings to discover.
The game features a captivating PS1-era low poly style, strong sound design, and an experimental soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere.
It rewards curiosity and exploration, with creative puzzles and a variety of secrets that keep players engaged and intrigued throughout their playthrough.

The subject matter may be off-putting for those with dentophobia, potentially limiting the audience who can enjoy the game.
Some audio elements can be jarring, and the game may feel tedious at times, especially when trying to achieve all endings or secrets.
The progression can be cryptic, making it difficult to know what to do without a guide, which may frustrate players who prefer clearer objectives.

graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
41%
14%
The game's graphics are characterized by a distinctive PS1-style aesthetic, featuring jagged edges and fog that contribute to an unsettling atmosphere. While some players find the visuals and sound effects painful, others appreciate the surreal and varied design, particularly in hidden areas, enhancing the overall experience of exploration and puzzle-solving. Overall, the graphics evoke a unique blend of nostalgia and discomfort, making it a compelling choice for fans of uncanny adventure games.
- “The PS1-style graphics and audio are a pleasure to behold, and that’s what kept me going.”
- “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.”
- “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.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
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 plot, which hints at deeper themes. As players progress, they discover that the narrative, though seemingly simple, reveals layers of complexity and creativity, filled with secrets and intriguing content.
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “Surreal mouth storytelling.”
- “I found the lack of a cohesive story or characters not very problematic, as the world and the overall ideas in each area are incredibly entertaining.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The atmosphere in "Mouthole" is consistently praised for its surreal and varied qualities, enhanced by strong sound design and PS1-style visuals that create a unique, eerie ambiance. Reviewers highlight the game's unexpected twists and the chilling, desolate environments that contribute to its overall weirdness, making it a standout experience for fans of this genre.
- “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.”
- “Overall, if you want a far-out PS1-style game with insane visuals and a weird atmosphere, then this is for you.”
- “The sound design and music add a lot to the atmosphere.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The music and sound design in the game are highly praised, with the soundtrack being a standout feature that enhances the overall atmosphere. Reviewers note that the music effectively captures the game's themes of fleeting joy and impending doom, contributing significantly to the immersive experience. Overall, the unique sound work complements the game's creepy setting and adds depth to the gameplay.
- “The soundtrack is the bigger 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 sound design and music add a lot to the atmosphere.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as funny, weird, and psychedelic, with characters that offer thought-provoking dialogue rather than just typical comedic lines. Reviewers find this blend of charm and depth refreshing, particularly within the walk-and-click adventure genre, highlighting the game's unique and engaging approach to humor.
- “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.”
- “I also sense a hint of humor in the mix.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
63%
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, allowing for a more thoughtful experience. This approach contributes to the game's status as a surreal masterpiece within the walking simulator genre, showcasing a variety of innovative elements.
- “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.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game offers significant replayability, particularly for players who enjoy achievement hunting and exploring multiple endings. Its mysterious elements and initial uncertainty enhance the experience, making it a worthwhile purchase for those seeking varied gameplay.
- “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.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow, particularly when trying to reach the endings after exploring each area and identifying items. The inability to skip ahead further exacerbates the frustration, making the experience feel repetitive.
- “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, and you can't skip ahead.”
- “The grinding aspect makes the game feel repetitive and drawn out.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find "Mouthole" to evoke intense and surreal emotional experiences, often likening it to a hallucinogenic trip. The game's bizarre elements contribute to a unique emotional journey that leaves a lasting impression.