Moving Out
- December 26, 2021
- SMG Studio
- 7h median play time
Moving Out's accomplished blend of pick-up-and-play mechanics mixed with the sincerity in which it delivers its humour and aesthetic make it some of the best local multiplayer fun you’ll have this year.
"Moving Out" is a chaotic moving simulation game where players must quickly load up trucks with furniture while dealing with unexpected obstacles. Work alone or with friends in local or online co-op, using teamwork to overcome challenges and complete levels as efficiently as possible. With a variety of levels and challenges, "Moving Out" offers a fun and lighthearted experience that's easy to pick up and play.
Reviews
- Moving Out is a hilarious and chaotic couch co-op game that provides a fun experience with friends and family.
- The game features smooth graphics, good sound effects, and a charming art style that enhances the overall enjoyment.
- The assist mode allows players of all skill levels to enjoy the game, making it accessible for casual gamers and families.
- The game lacks online multiplayer, which limits the ability to play with friends remotely, especially during times when in-person gatherings are not possible.
- Some players find the controls clunky and frustrating, particularly when trying to maneuver larger items.
- The gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with many levels feeling similar and lacking variety in challenges.
- humor71 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is consistently praised, with players highlighting its chaotic and hilarious moments, particularly during multiplayer sessions. The quirky characters, funny dialogue, and absurd physics contribute to a lighthearted experience that keeps players laughing, making it an ideal choice for party gaming. Overall, the game is described as a delightful blend of fun and humor, perfect for both casual and competitive play with friends.
“The hilarious moments of failing to coordinate, such as struggling to move a large couch or misjudging a throw and causing havoc, should be the core enjoyable experience.”
“The humor is excellent.”
“You'll constantly find yourself in hilarious situations with the janky physics.”
- gameplay65 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, with creative levels and enjoyable mechanics that promote cooperative play. However, many users noted that it can become repetitive and lacks sufficient challenge over time, leading to boredom. While some appreciate the simplicity and charm, others criticize the controls and mechanics for being clunky or frustrating, particularly in later levels.
“The gameplay is fun, cheerful, and laugh-out-loud from start to finish.”
“The gameplay itself provides tons of family fun and laughter!”
“The gameplay is solid, with easy-to-grasp controls where the real success depends on the communication with your colleagues.”
“Overall, gameplay is boring, repetitive, and not challenging enough.”
“The gameplay mechanics are more annoying than fun.”
“We were disappointed to discover that the gameplay basically consisted of struggling against an unresponsive control system.”
- story33 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as lighthearted and humorous, featuring whimsical characters and entertaining dialogue that enhances the gameplay experience. While some players appreciate the comedic elements and the engaging plot, others note that the main story is relatively short, taking about seven hours to complete. Overall, the narrative adds a fun layer to the chaotic gameplay, though it may not be the central focus for all players.
“I am also someone who enjoys a good storyline, and I love the silly little storyline this game has, which has the antics continue even into the DLC, which is awesome!”
“There is a humorous approach to the story and some darker humor along the way.”
“The art style, the characters, the storyline, even the comedic dialogue between characters I personally love and adore.”
“☑ no story”
“Yes, there is no story per se and there is no big goal to achieve in-game.”
“- no solid story to follow”
- graphics26 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their smoothness, charming art style, and appealing visuals, particularly for younger audiences. Many reviewers highlight the cute character designs and vibrant colors, comparing the aesthetic to that of "Overcooked." While the graphics are generally well-received, some players note that the gameplay can be overly simplistic, which may detract from the overall experience.
“The design is very well-done; the graphics, characters, colors - they're all absolutely amazing.”
“The graphics are awesome as you'd expect from Team 17, cute and perfectly drawn.”
“The art style is really charming with the goofy characters and environments.”
“The graphics aren't demanding on the RTX 3070, and I imagine many systems would be able to handle it at least at mid-quality video settings.”
“Has a very overcooked aesthetic to it with the camera system and animation.”
“The art style is similar to Overcooked.”
- music12 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its upbeat, pseudo 80's soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack is not only enjoyable but also motivating, often leading them to prefer it over their own playlists. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that complements the game's graphics and gameplay.
“The perfect music.”
“The soundtrack is awesome; I feel like the upbeat music helps me work harder and enlighten the mood!”
“I turned the music off and put Spotify on in the background with some 80's tunes; it seemed to work well.”
“The music has an 80's vibe that will make your booty shake!”
“Pseudo 80’s soundtrack worth listening to on its own.”
- grinding7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 57 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, with many expressing that it becomes increasingly frustrating as they progress. While some appreciate the originality in time trial elements, the enjoyment diminishes over time, leading to a sense of irritation rather than challenge.
“I tried playing with my sister, but we both found it tedious.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The game started off okay, but some of the levels are just infuriating. At some point, it went from a time management game to a platformer, which I might not have purchased if I knew. It felt like the levels were designed to irritate you rather than challenge you; it's not difficult but rather tedious. I would say the level design and gameplay fell short after the first hour into the game.”
- stability6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
Overall, the stability of the game is mixed; while some players report smooth performance and no bugs during gameplay, others have experienced glitches, particularly with remote play and certain terrain interactions. The game mechanics are generally well-received, but issues with online play and specific environmental elements detract from the experience.
“Moving Out has full remote play together support, the game runs great and offers a fun and lengthy story to work through with 1 to 3 friends or family.”
“Had a few weird glitches.”
“The game only supports local co-op and is only playable online using Steam Remote Play, which makes it a pain to play with friends as it is quite buggy.”
“The terrain (like fans and oil, etc.) tended to be quite buggy, and the intentionally sluggish controls don't mesh well with that.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Replayability in the game is influenced by player skill, settings, and the pursuit of bonus points, with gold times on stages offering a significant challenge. Unique level challenges and the option to enhance the experience with DLC further contribute to its replay value, making it enjoyable for players seeking to improve their performance.
“Replay value varies depending on your skill level and what settings you have enabled, and whether or not you want to try for the bonus points.”
“The replayability session comes from getting gold times on the stages, which require planning for all of the parties.”
“There are unique challenges for each level that add a bit of replayability to them, and also the usual rush to get the best time.”
“Replay value varies depending on your skill level, the settings you have enabled, and whether or not you want to try for the bonus points.”
“The replayability comes from getting gold times on the stages, which require planning from all parties involved.”
“There are unique challenges for each level that add a bit of replayability, along with the usual rush to achieve the best time.”
- character development3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the strong character design and engaging interactions between characters, which enhance the overall experience and humor of the game. The positive portrayal of characters, particularly the affection for specific ones, adds to the enjoyment, making it a recommended choice for local and online play.
“The character design, the levels, and the interactions between characters all contribute to a really funny experience so far, and I recommend it for anyone who wants to play with some friends locally or around the world.”
“Character design is pretty on point.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while the handling of large items like TVs and sofas can feel sluggish—likely a design choice to convey their weight—multiplayer performance improves with more players, enhancing the overall experience.
“Asides from that, carrying big items such as TVs and sofas can also feel sluggish and not optimized, but I guess this is done on purpose so you could feel the size and weight of the furniture.”
“Having more players actually means better performance, not more stress.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally impactful, often leading to tears due to its heartfelt moments and relatable themes. The customization options and overall wholesome experience contribute positively to the emotional engagement, overshadowing minor flaws.
“But with my condition the way it is, I cried upon seeing that.”
“The customization and wholesomeness of the game make up for the small flaws I mention later in this review.”
Critic Reviews
Moving Out review
Moving Out is filled with plenty of beautifully designed buildings, providing plenty of challenges for you to enjoy alone or with up to three friends.
90%Moving Out Switch Review | Switch Re:port
Moving Out on Switch has the potential to be the next Overcooked with some more polishing of the core gameplay, but regardless, it's a lovely new co-op experience From Team17.
75%Moving Out - Review
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