My Darkest Moment

About

"My Darkest Moment" is a captivating adventure game that offers a unique solitude simulator experience. Immerse yourself in an intriguing story with engaging game mechanics, all brought to life with stunning graphics and a phenomenal soundtrack. Despite its name, the game explores a wholesome narrative that will keep you engaged and invested in the outcome.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

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

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 274 reviews

story58 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and emotional story that resonates with players, touching on themes of mental health and personal struggle.
The art and music are beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall atmosphere and experience of the game.
Despite its short length, the gameplay mechanics are engaging and effectively tie into the narrative, making it a memorable experience.

The game is very short, with most players completing it in under 20 minutes, leading to disappointment regarding its value for money.
Many players experienced bugs, including crashes and issues with the game not functioning properly after certain levels.
The gameplay can feel simplistic and repetitive, with some players feeling that it lacks depth and replayability.

story
121 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
50%
2%
The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth and beautiful presentation, with many players appreciating how it intertwines with the gameplay mechanics. However, a common critique is its brevity, with numerous reviews expressing disappointment over the short duration of the narrative, often completed in under 20 minutes. While some find the dark themes compelling, others feel the story can be confusing or generic, highlighting a desire for more content and development in future updates.
- “Fantastic story with a surprising amount of emotional weight.”
- “Really emotional game with a seamless gameplay to story transition.”
- “It was an emotional experience that had a great impact on me; the art style is great in the way it tells the story, the music was on point with the storyline, it gave a great ambiance to it.”
- “The game mechanics consist of platforming through drag-and-release physics which don't always work the way they should; the music and art are fine, but the story is incomprehensible due to being translated very poorly.”
- “Has such a promising premise, but when the credits started to roll when I thought the story was just beginning, I was severely disappointed.”
- “The storyline is bleak.”
gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
56%
11%
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics, primarily involving physics-based puzzles and platforming, which some players find anxiety-inducing rather than exciting. While the game features a strong atmosphere and emotional storytelling, it is criticized for being overly short, lasting only about 5 to 20 minutes, and for having gameplay that quickly becomes repetitive. Overall, while the mechanics are enjoyable and the art and music are praised, many reviewers feel the brevity and simplicity detract from the overall experience.
- “Had a great atmosphere and really enjoyed it with simple game mechanics.”
- “It's short but the detail and gameplay are clean, music is a perfect mood setter, and the poetry and overall concept are wonderful.”
- “I just have no words; it's short but this is an excellent example of a video game being used for pure storytelling where the gameplay is just another part of the storytelling. Thank you, Chilly Room, for making a game that I feel many could identify with.”
- “Gameplay isn't exciting; it's anxiety-inducing.”
- “All of the gameplay is essentially just simple physics-based puzzles and manually progressed cutscenes.”
- “The gameplay gets boring real quick; basically, you play minigames then spend a full minute (I am not kidding) rotating a clock hand on screen to watch a story that is trying too hard to look like it actually means something.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
19%
12%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and emotional resonance, effectively enhancing the overall experience and ambiance. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, with specific commendation for the work of composer Yang Yulei. While the game is noted for its short playtime, the combination of music and art creates a compelling and immersive atmosphere that leaves a lasting impact on players.
- “Also huge respect to Yang Yulei for the amazing soundtrack that just resonates perfectly with the game.”
- “The music was on point with the storyline; it gave a great ambiance to it. This game I think was the greatest purchase I made on Google Play.”
- “Emotionally pulling, overall amazing design, music just had this touch of beauty; the game's underlying meaning touched my heart personally.”
- “The game mechanics consist of platforming through drag-and-release physics which don't always work the way they should; the music and art are fine, but the story is incomprehensible due to being translated very poorly.”
- “The character ends up in a building playing a musical instrument?”
- “Very nice game with a small idea and graphics + music effect.”
emotional
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely praised for its emotional depth, with many players highlighting its impactful storytelling, beautiful art style, and evocative music that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate how the game encourages reflection and provides a sense of purpose, even during difficult times, although some felt a lack of emotional connection. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a short yet profoundly moving experience.
- “Fantastic story with a surprising amount of emotional weight.”
- “It was an emotional experience that had a great impact on me. The art style is great in the way it tells the story, the music was on point with the storyline, and it gave a great ambiance to it. This game, I think, was the greatest purchase I made on Google Play.”
- “Emotionally pulling, overall amazing design, music just had this touch of beauty, the game's underlying meaning touched my heart personally.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
85%
15%
Overall, the graphics of the game are highly praised for their innovative design and emotional impact, effectively complementing the story and music. While some users noted minor flaws, the visual presentation is generally considered a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience. However, the short playtime has led to mixed feelings about the overall value of the game.
- “Great idea, good story, love the graphics and sound.”
- “It was an emotional experience that had a great impact on me; the art style is great in the way it tells the story. The music was on point with the storyline, giving a great ambiance to it. This game, I think, was the greatest purchase I made on Google Play.”
- “Very good game, thought-provoking, brilliant visuals and story, definitely recommend.”
- “I thought the graphics were smoother than what I saw in the illustrations, but they are actually flawed.”
- “I thought the graphics were smoother than what I saw in the illustrations, but they are actually flawed.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its emotional depth and immersive quality, particularly when experienced with headphones. Players appreciate the simplicity of the game mechanics, which complement the overall enjoyable and engaging atmosphere, leading to high ratings.
- “I'm giving this game 5 stars because I love the emotional atmosphere of it.”
- “I use headphones and I loved the atmosphere that was created; the game isn't difficult either.”
- “Had a great atmosphere and really enjoyed it.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The game features a compelling but cryptic story, yet it lacks significant replayability, as players feel it does not offer enough incentive to revisit after completion. Many reviewers express disappointment, suggesting that the game could have achieved a higher rating if it had more replay value.
- “I would give 5 stars if it was replayable, but the game crashes at the end of the credits.”
- “Good story, somewhat cryptic; however, if you're looking for replayability, this is not the game for you.”
- “Would give 5 stars if it was replayable, but the game crashes at the end of the credits.”
- “Good story, somewhat cryptic; however, if you're looking for replayability, this is not the game for you.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of the game is perceived positively, as players feel it is a thoughtfully designed experience rather than a cash grab.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, the game is well-optimized, featuring beautiful art and music while maintaining smooth performance.
- “The art and music are beautiful, and the game runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it maintains high performance even during intense moments.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted to have several bugs, indicating stability issues, but there is a consensus that it possesses potential for improvement.
- “It's buggy for sure but has potential.”