My Brother Rabbit

What would you do to help your loved ones cope with tragedy?

89%Game Brain Score

story, graphics

replayability, grinding

96% User Score Based on 836 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 7 reviews

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My Brother Rabbit is a single player quiz game with a kids theme. It was developed by Artifex Mundi and was released on September 21, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A beautifully drawn adventure set in a surreal world of childhood imagination.

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96%

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story196 positive mentions

replayability5 negative mentions

Beautiful, whimsical and unique art style with highly detailed, colorful, and immersive environments.
Relaxing and emotional puzzle gameplay combining hidden object mechanics with various mini-games, suitable for children and adults.
Touching, heartfelt story told entirely through visuals and music without dialogue, effectively exploring themes of family and illness.
Excellent soundtrack, including a memorable main theme adding significantly to the atmosphere.
User-friendly interface elements like on-screen indicators for collectible items, and chapter selection for missed achievements.

Gameplay involves repetitive backtracking to collect items that can sometimes feel tedious or interrupt narrative flow.
Lack of hint system and puzzle skip option can lead to frustration and occasional reliance on walkthroughs.
Relatively short playtime; most players complete game within 3-6 hours, making full price seem high by some reviewers.
Some puzzles can be too easy or lack originality, while a few can be obtuse or frustrating without guidance.
Occasional bugs reported by few users that may hinder progression or require restart.

story
513 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "My Brother Rabbit" is a heartfelt, wordless narrative about a young boy’s imaginative quest to help his seriously ill sister, blending whimsical fantasy with the somber reality of illness. Told through beautiful hand-drawn cutscenes and symbolic visuals, it evokes strong emotions with its touching themes of family, courage, and hope, though some find the story brief or abruptly ending. Overall, the story deeply enhances the game’s charm, creating a poignant experience that complements the engaging puzzles and stunning artwork.
- “My brother rabbit is a gentle, dreamlike puzzle adventure that blends whimsy with emotional depth, showcasing Artifex Mundi’s talent for creating atmospheric, visually driven storytelling.”
- “Through its surreal, dreamlike world, the game tells a touching story about a family coping with their young daughter's illness.”
- “The story, whilst shown only through cutscenes (with no dialogue, only through visuals) and the many symbolisms in the imaginative world, is really heartwarming and leads to a satisfying and hopeful ending.”
- “I only really have one problem with the game: the story is clearly designed to be a tearjerker, but I found it to be very shallow and manipulative.”
- “The story felt a bit hollow at times, but the ethereal feel of the art and the soothing music greatly made up for it.”
- “The puzzles and found objects propel the story vs being pit-stops/time-sinks along the way in some shallow story.”
graphics
266 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
37%
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The game's graphics are widely praised for their beautiful, colorful, and hand-drawn art style that evokes a whimsical, storybook-like atmosphere. The visuals effectively complement the emotional and sometimes melancholy narrative, creating an engaging, relaxing, and imaginative experience. Despite occasional minor issues like slight blurriness due to compression, the artwork stands out as a key highlight alongside the soothing music.
- “The graphics are stunning, a true visual delight that feels like eye candy with every scene.”
- “The art style evokes a storybook come to life, but the melancholy undertones woven throughout—subdued lighting, teary-eyed characters, wilted flora—remind you of the painful reality just outside the frame.”
- “The artwork is of the exceptional quality that Artifex Mundi is renowned for, and each environment has scenic backdrops to hint at a larger world yet provides enough mid- and foreground to search out the items.”
- “As with most mobile ported hidden object games, there's a simplistic interface, locked/unchangeable screen resolution, next to no customizability, and somewhat low resolution graphical assets.”
- “The graphics, while some elements seem blurry, probably due to compression (like our hero, the rabbit, for example) are detailed, vividly colorful but occasionally suffer from image quality issues.”
- “The art style of Machinarium gives me anxiety and while the puzzles are interesting they are lacking compared to My Brother Rabbit.”
music
244 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its beautiful, soothing, and emotionally evocative qualities, often described as haunting, relaxing, and perfectly complementing the art and story. Players highlight the title screen song and soundtrack as enchanting and integral to creating a calming, bittersweet atmosphere, with some puzzles featuring dynamic musical elements that enhance immersion. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, elevating the game's emotional impact and aesthetic experience.
- “The soundtrack gently reinforces this mood, mixing tender melodies with lightly haunting undertones to create an atmosphere both comforting and bittersweet.”
- “Charming point and click puzzle games with a beautiful artstyle, and a gorgeous and dreamlike soundtrack created by the talented composer Arkadiusz Reikowski (Layers of Fear, Kholat, Observer), and the amazing singer Emi Evans (Nier: Automata, Dark Souls Trilogy).”
- “Put simply, this is an outstanding game that is absolutely a gem in its genre, accompanied by brilliant visuals and outstanding music; this game stands top and doesn't have a dull moment, brilliant... just brilliant.”
- “- Music sometimes forgets to loop so you'll play for a while without music, usually reloops after a minute. Not a big deal but since I loved it so much, I hated playing a while without it every now and then.”
- “-music is bad.”
- “Music was ok.”
emotional
132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of "My Brother Rabbit" is widely praised for its heartfelt, touching story about a brother caring for his ill sister, delivered through beautiful, expressive visuals and a moving soundtrack without dialogue. Players often describe the experience as deeply emotional and nostalgic, with moments that evoke tears and warmth, balancing gentle, accessible puzzles with a poignant narrative that resonates on a personal level. While some find puzzle elements occasionally interrupt the emotional flow, overall the game excels in creating a rich, compassionate atmosphere that appeals to both children and adults.
- “My brother rabbit is a gentle, dreamlike puzzle adventure that blends whimsy with emotional depth, showcasing Artifex Mundi’s talent for creating atmospheric, visually driven storytelling.”
- “This narrative framework unfolds without a single line of spoken dialogue, relying entirely on visual metaphor, expressive animation, and environmental symbolism to convey the bond between the siblings and the emotional weight of the situation.”
- “By the time the ending arrives, the relationship between the siblings has become the emotional anchor of the entire experience, portrayed with warmth and sincerity rather than melodrama.”
gameplay
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay in My Brother Rabbit blends hidden-object and point-and-click puzzle mechanics, offering a relaxing, emotionally-driven experience focused more on atmosphere than complexity. The puzzles are generally approachable and not overly challenging, with creative variations that integrate seamlessly into the narrative, though some find the gameplay short and occasionally simplistic. Overall, the gameplay is praised for its charm, smooth flow, and unique intertwining with the story, making it accessible and engaging despite its modest length.
- “Gameplay in My Brother Rabbit mixes hidden-object mechanics with point-and-click puzzle solving.”
- “It neatly avoids the tiresome hidden object game convention of constantly having your progress barred by yet another half-broken object to fix by using a neat mechanic which indicates which scenes have a piece that you're looking for, either in plain view or hidden behind another puzzle.”
- “Great puzzles, amazing graphics and I absolutely love the fact that the gameplay does not require you to collect everything straightaway, but lets you register the fact that there is an object that may be useful later, and then you can go back when needed, like it would happen in real life.”
- “The hidden-object style collection tasks form a large part of the gameplay loop, and here the game’s pacing begins to show its limitations.”
- “For sure it's not a point and click adventure as its puzzles are well worn and uncreative, while its story doesn't manage to connect somehow with the world and the actual gameplay.”
- “The problem is that the gameplay is at the same time unexpectedly shallow and unexpectedly difficult.”
atmosphere
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely praised for its stunning, whimsical art and gentle, dreamlike atmosphere that blends emotional depth with a comforting yet bittersweet mood. Its relaxing pacing, tender soundtrack, and immersive sound design create a captivating ambiance ideal for casual play, especially for those who appreciate visually driven, atmospheric storytelling. Overall, the atmosphere is considered the game's strongest asset, offering a charming and soothing experience.
- “My Brother Rabbit is a gentle, dreamlike puzzle adventure that blends whimsy with emotional depth, showcasing Artifex Mundi's talent for creating atmospheric, visually driven storytelling.”
- “The soundtrack gently reinforces this mood, mixing tender melodies with lightly haunting undertones to create an atmosphere both comforting and bittersweet.”
- “The parallels between the rabbit's efforts to heal the flower and the real world work very well, and the game's superb visuals and music create a wonderful atmosphere.”
- “It's a good game, the art is fantastic, it's well crafted and that's reflected in the price, but I think it wouldn't have detracted from the atmosphere or the concept if you could exit to the menu and see something a bit more standard in terms of making the gameplay smoother (like more detailed instructions), and I would've appreciated getting something extra like some concept art.”
- “Don't expect anything too crazy from its story though -- the main selling point here really is the atmosphere and art.”
- “Its puzzles are approachable, its pacing relaxed, and its focus squarely on emotion and atmosphere over mechanical complexity.”
replayability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers minimal replayability, with most players finding it suitable for only one playthrough before becoming monotonous. While the visually rich and emotionally engaging experience is praised, the fixed puzzles and short playtime limit its appeal for repeated sessions. It is generally recommended at a discounted price due to its limited long-term value.
- “Players seeking a demanding puzzle experience or high replay value may find it too light, but those who appreciate visually rich worlds, emotionally grounded stories, and gentle interactivity will discover a warm, touching adventure.”
- “I finished the game in around 2.5 - 3 hours and went back to just grab a few achievements I missed and some menu idling.”
- “Based on the playtime I would probably suggest buying this on sale, the puzzles never change so the game has zero replayability, but on sale it's definitely worth it.”
- “Sadly, the game has no replayability value; it's good for one playthrough and then becomes monotonous, turning into more of a memory game.”
- “I finished the game in around 2.5 to 3 hours and went back just to grab a few missed achievements. The puzzles never change, so the game has zero replayability, making it hard to justify full price. On sale, it's definitely worth it.”
- “$15 for a game that I finished in one evening and has virtually no replay value.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
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Grinding in this game is generally not overly tedious, with hidden object searches being moderately challenging but enjoyable. While some tasks involve collecting many items, the gameplay balances fun and effort well, avoiding excessive grind. Achievement hunting is straightforward and non-grindy, making it accessible for casual players.
- “The hidden objects are sometimes really hard to see/find so it can become tedious clicking at some point.”
- “☐ you'll need a second life for grinding”
- “Grinding achievements: no”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The game is generally stable with no significant graphical glitches and runs well on Linux, though some users have experienced bugs that detract from gameplay and cause frustration.
- “I came across no glitches.”
- “Runs great on Linux.”
- “Neat artwork but buggy.”
- “It's decent, but not enough that I want to restart and retry a game whose glitches have eaten more time than playing it has.”
- “Glitches:”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is charming and whimsical, featuring cute and kind elements alongside some playful, slightly risqué jokes that add to its overall appeal.
- “Lovely art and a whimsical sense of humor.”
- “Really beautiful and funny hog game.”
- “Very kind and cute.. some things are very funny in a dirty way which I like :d”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of My Brother Rabbit is widely criticized as a lazy cash grab, with users feeling the game was poorly adapted from a mobile app to Steam primarily for profit.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is praised for its appealing design and distinct European aesthetic, enhancing the experience as players explore new locations.

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7h Median play time

6h Average play time

4h Main story

4h Completionist

4-10h Spent by most gamers

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My Brother Rabbit is a quiz game with kids theme.

My Brother Rabbit is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, iPhone, Windows and others.

The main story can be completed in around 4 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 4 hours to finish. On average players spend around 6 hours playing My Brother Rabbit.

My Brother Rabbit was released on September 21, 2018.

My Brother Rabbit was developed by Artifex Mundi.

My Brother Rabbit has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

My Brother Rabbit is a single player game.

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