Mushi Come Home

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"Mushi Come Home" is a cozy exploration adventure game where you play as a tiny mushroom named Smushi, trying to return to your home in the forest. Journey through different areas, chat with quirky forest creatures, and take on light platforming and puzzle-solving adventures to find your way back. Discover real-life mushroom knowledge, unlock mushroom cap skins, and enjoy the experience at your own pace.

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Play Modes

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

99%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,454 reviews

music252 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

music
376 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its soothing, cheerful, and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing atmosphere. Players appreciate the variety and adaptability of the soundtrack, which complements different environments and gameplay moments, creating a charming and nostalgic experience. Overall, the music is described as beautifully composed, fitting perfectly with the game's cute art style and engaging characters, making it a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The music is cheerful and beautiful.”
- “The soundtrack is a 10 out of 10 with a very cozy vibe in every note, you can really see and feel the love that went into this game.”
- “The music has been lovingly crafted to convey where Smushi is, whether they're running through a forest or exploring a cave using a fun mix of 8-bit/16-bit inspired and upbeat ambient tunes.”
- “The music stops when you stop.”
- “Different tools you use just adds another instrument to the music and the underwater parts don't make me want to scream.”
- “The music was very relaxed (favorite is the cave music); the whole atmosphere of the game is very... happy?”
story
364 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Smushi Come Home" is characterized as a charming and cozy adventure, centered around a lovable mushroom character on a quest to reunite with his family. While the narrative is simple and straightforward, it is enriched by endearing characters, engaging side quests, and a heartwarming message, making it a delightful experience for players seeking a relaxing gameplay atmosphere. The game also offers additional content through free DLC, enhancing the overall storytelling experience and allowing for further exploration after the main storyline concludes.
- “This game is so chill, cute, and funny. As a biologist and future mycologist, I absolutely loved this game. It's a very good exploration and puzzle game with an awesome story, a strong beautiful message, and a nice amount of science.”
- “The story is so heartwarming and adorable. It has beautiful art/graphics, amazing character designs and dialogue, and even gives you the ability to study and learn about real mushrooms!”
- “The story is cute and I loved looking around every area and finding more and more things that could be missed if you weren't looking for it.”
- “Replayability is pretty low in my opinion, because you remember the plot very well.”
- “I just think this game would benefit from a much longer main story/story setbacks.”
- “While the main narrative story was a bit on the shorter side, I did love the way the game opens up for you to continue your exploration and keep assisting the residents of the forest.”
emotional
278 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of "Smushi Come Home" is overwhelmingly positive, with players praising its cozy, charming, and wholesome vibe. Many reviews highlight the game's heartwarming story, adorable characters, and relaxing gameplay, often describing it as a therapeutic experience that evokes joy and nostalgia. Overall, it is celebrated as a delightful adventure that resonates emotionally, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a feel-good gaming experience.
- “Smushi come home was an absolutely incredible quick play that made me cry tears of joy several times.”
- “The ending was so wholesome and the soundtrack is so calming and cute; also, the story was so cute and the look of the game is great!”
- “Such a heartwarming little game <3 was such a joy to play through.”
graphics
264 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and cute art style, which creates a relaxing and engaging atmosphere. Players appreciate the vibrant visuals, whimsical character designs, and the overall aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience. While some mention minor graphical issues, the general consensus is that the graphics contribute significantly to the game's wholesome and enjoyable nature.
- “The game features colorful and appealing graphics that bring its world to life.”
- “The art style is cute and engaging, making it a visually enjoyable experience.”
- “I thoroughly enjoyed my time with 'Smushi Come Home.' Its delightful graphics, engaging gameplay, and charming atmosphere make it a standout puzzle game.”
- “I'm kind of a graphics snob and don't really like pixel graphics.”
- “So I wish it was a different style/better graphics, but that's a personal opinion rather than a game deficit.”
- “Smushi is largely a platformer, and as such its deliberately low-res graphics often makes jumping and soaring difficult to judge and easy to fail.”
gameplay
256 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Smushi Come Home" is characterized by its charming visuals, simple mechanics, and engaging platforming and puzzle elements that encourage exploration. Players appreciate the steady introduction of new abilities and the delightful interactions with quirky characters, although some express a desire for more backtracking to enhance the interconnectedness of the world. Overall, the game offers a relaxing and enjoyable experience, making it a standout choice for fans of cozy, lighthearted gameplay.
- “This game has really fun gameplay with a nice, steady progression of new mechanics, a beautiful and pleasant aesthetic, along with cute and endearing characters and a story that feels longer than it is.”
- “The gameplay is very fun and the progression for unlocking new abilities is timed out well.”
- “The unique characters and dialogues made me giggle throughout the whole game, the puzzles and minigames were refreshing, and the overall gameplay has been so intuitive and well-conceived - I really loved every second of it and am already hoping for a sequel!”
- “The core gameplay is very simple; no puzzle took more than a few seconds to figure out.”
- “The gameplay didn't have a ton of depth, which could've made it better, but that's my only minor issue.”
- “I do not mean to say that 'Smushi Come Home' has a bad play experience, but it feels unfinished in everything but gameplay.”
humor
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and endearing quality, featuring quirky characters and genuinely funny dialogue that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the light-heartedness and cozy atmosphere, often finding themselves laughing at the witty lines and amusing interactions with NPCs. The combination of cute graphics, engaging storytelling, and a delightful sense of humor makes it a memorable and enjoyable adventure.
- “The writing is funny and endearing enough, the game controls well, has some cool upgrades, and for an indie adventure game is pretty well conveyed; I've found that to not be too common, especially for the great price.”
- “Not only do you play as an adorable mushroom, but you'll meet unique characters, read their hilarious dialogues, explore different locations, and solve a variety of puzzles - this is what makes Smushi Come Home unforgettable!”
- “The dialogue was quirky, funny, and even touching at times!”
atmosphere
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its relaxing and cozy qualities, enhanced by a charming art style and a delightful soundtrack. Players appreciate the cute characters and engaging interactions, which contribute to a sense of comfort and nostalgia reminiscent of beloved titles like Animal Crossing and Link's Awakening. Overall, the game's sound design and light-heartedness create an immersive experience that is both enjoyable and soothing, making it an ideal choice for relaxation.
- “The calming atmosphere, the stylistic but cute art, the calming and characteristic music, everything about the game within the first 5-10 minutes gave me a sense of comfort, relaxation, and nostalgia.”
- “I thoroughly enjoyed my time with 'Smushi Come Home.' Its delightful graphics, engaging gameplay, and charming atmosphere make it a standout puzzle game.”
- “The adorable lil Smushi melted all my anxiety away, and the general atmosphere is very cozy.”
- “There is some atmosphere to Smushi Come Home, but it is lacking in the development of a compelling narrative.”
- “It isn't challenging and it isn't particularly long, but it more than makes this up with atmosphere and charm.”
- “Another of what I've lazily started calling short-hike-alikes, this is a small game with an emphasis on exploration and cute + cozy atmosphere before anything else.”
character development
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features exceptionally charming character development, highlighted by adorable and unique character designs that resonate with players. The cozy environments and delightful dialogue enhance the overall experience, creating a heartwarming atmosphere that encourages creativity, such as fan art. Players appreciate the game's aesthetic and the engaging, non-combative nature that allows for a relaxing exploration of its world.
- “With cozy scenery, incredible character design, delightful dialogue, and simple controls, I cannot say enough good things!”
- “It has beautiful art/graphics, a heartwarming story, amazing character designs and dialogue, and even gives you the ability to study and learn about real mushrooms!”
- “The character designs are some of the best I have ever seen.”
replayability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the additional challenges and collectibles that encourage replaying levels, others find it low due to the memorable plot and limited content after completing the game. Many agree that while it may not offer extensive replay value, the enjoyable experience makes it worthwhile.
- “"smushi come home" offers good replay value, with additional challenges and collectibles to encourage replaying levels.”
- “Also very replayable!”
- “Cute lil guys and fun lil adventures with some replayability.”
- “Replayability is pretty low in my opinion, because you remember the plot very well.”
- “There's not a lot of immediate replay value once you've 100%'d things, but the experience is worth it.”
- “There's no real replayability and you get that cute inkcap hat only to end the game 30 minutes later and have nowhere to show it off.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its stability, with users reporting a bug-free experience across multiple platforms, including macOS and Steam Deck. Load times are short, and players have not encountered any major glitches, highlighting the game's solid performance since its recent release.
- “Runs great on the Steam Deck.”
- “For a game that came out so recently, it's surprisingly not buggy.”
- “Runs great on macOS.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its excellent optimization, featuring cute graphics and a small download size. Players report smooth performance with no lag or stuttering, indicating it can run well even on low-end systems.
- “Super cute graphics, wonderfully optimized game, small download size.”
- “I played on controller and had no lag, no stuttering - it played incredibly smooth.”
- “Also decently optimized - you could probably run this on a toaster.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently describe the grinding aspect of the game as excessively time-consuming, often requiring 60 to 100 hours to progress. Many feel that the amount of grinding needed is so significant that it could necessitate a "second life" to fully engage with the content.
- “The game is quite grindy, requiring around 60 to 100 hours to fully experience everything.”
- “Be prepared to invest a significant amount of time; you'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Grindy (60 - 100 hours)”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization approach of the game is generally well-received, as it avoids overwhelming players with microtransactions, allowing for a more enjoyable and casual gaming experience. Players appreciate the cute graphics and engaging story, which enhance the overall enjoyment without aggressive monetization tactics.
- “Smushi doesn't want to bombard me with microtransactions.”
- “Smushi doesn't want to bombard me with microtransactions”