Mythic Ocean

83%
Game Brain Score Based on 183 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • replayability
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How could I not like a game where one of the NPCs is a pufferfish with a penchant for metal music?
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In Mythic Ocean, you are a powerful sea creature influencing the lives and decisions of various gods as you help them grow and learn about themselves. Through conversation and interaction, shape their personalities and the world they create, resulting in multiple unique endings. This is a peaceful, choice-driven narrative game that explores themes of self-discovery and friendship.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

83%
Audience ScoreBased on 183 reviews
story44 positive mentions
grinding7 negative mentions
  • Mythic Ocean features beautiful graphics and a charming art style that enhances the immersive underwater experience.
  • The game offers meaningful choices that genuinely affect the story and character development, leading to multiple unique endings.
  • It combines a relaxing atmosphere with engaging storytelling, making it a delightful experience for players who enjoy narrative-driven games.
  • The game can feel repetitive after multiple playthroughs, as many interactions and dialogues remain the same, reducing the incentive to replay.
  • Some players found the ending unsatisfying, as it lacks a dynamic conclusion and instead presents a slideshow of events.
  • While the game is visually appealing, some areas may feel empty, and the exploration aspect can be limited.
  • story103 mentions

    The game's story is highly praised for its immersive and engaging narrative, featuring a beautiful oceanic setting and a cast of well-developed characters whose interactions significantly impact the storyline. Players appreciate the multiple branching paths and endings, which encourage replayability and exploration of different character arcs, while the overall atmosphere and art style enhance the storytelling experience. However, some reviewers noted that the exploration is somewhat limited, focusing primarily on dialogue and character interactions rather than extensive world-building.

    • “The story felt engaging; I was always excited to see an ending, and even the NPCs that you only talk to one or two times had so much personality to them!”
    • “Mythic Ocean is a relaxing and intriguing story with multiple ways it can unfold, and many ways it can end.”
    • “What I was assuming to be yet another pretty-but-empty exploration game turned out to be a captivating story with endearing characters, fun (and often funny) writing, and a host of meaningful decisions.”
    • “Now the problem is, there isn't a ton to explore, so after you've explored each of the 5 small zones, there's still plenty of story left.”
    • “You just use your teleporter that takes you directly to each of the 6 characters, and the quests consist almost entirely of talking to the main 6 characters.”
    • “Then you could say, 'well, I've already done all of the conversations and quests related to this level, but hey... I never talked to all of the fish in the zone next door, and that could lead to some interesting stuff.' But you can't.”
  • graphics62 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and charm, featuring a vibrant art style that combines elements of outer space and the deep sea. Players appreciate the unique character designs and immersive visuals, which are described as stunning yet simple, making the game accessible even on lower-end hardware. Overall, the graphics enhance the game's narrative and exploration, contributing to a delightful and relaxing experience.

    • “I love all the main NPCs and their personalities; the art style is so beautiful and all the colors just dazzle for every second they're on screen!”
    • “The graphics and style are utterly gorgeous, and the characters are all fresh and unique!”
    • “Its extremely beautiful, and the graphics are lovely without needing the newest and greatest graphics card (I played this thing on my potato).”
    • “Aside from a tedious library mini game and a few graphical blemishes, Mythic Ocean is probably just a little too small to be considered great, but it's certainly a worthwhile experience that will be swimming in your memory for some time after playing.”
    • “The visuals only wouldn't be able to make for a good game but with the narrative it's a great combo.”
    • “I was drawn to this game by its art style (and a recommendation from Rebecca Sugar, which carries a lot of weight for me) but wasn't really sure what to expect.”
  • replayability31 mentions

    Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many players enjoying the multiple endings and the impact of their choices. While some reviews mention a lack of content beyond the endings, the ability to fast forward dialogues and the engaging storyline contribute to a fun experience that encourages multiple playthroughs. Despite a few contrasting opinions on replay value, the consensus leans towards it being a worthwhile investment for those seeking a choice-based adventure.

    • “It's a pretty short game but it has a lot of replayability and your choices actually feel like they matter in the end.”
    • “It's about 5-6 hours long, but has high replay value for anyone who wishes to see how things would go if they chose a different path.”
    • “A beautiful game, with tons of replay value.”
    • “Very low replayability for something with 9 endings.”
    • “Fun, little game, mostly focused on talking to other characters (which I personally love), though you may want to get it on sale, since there's not much beside it and even though the game offers some replayability due to different choices and endings, it's not really a champion of loads of content and playtime.”
    • “Very low replayability for something with 9 endings.”
  • music29 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and fitting atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience and emotional depth of the story. Many players found the soundtrack to be peaceful and charming, with some even purchasing the OST after playing. Overall, the combination of pleasant music and engaging visuals contributes to a relaxing and enjoyable gameplay experience.

    • “The soundtrack is so good that I tracked down the OST on Bandcamp and bought it!”
    • “There were really touching moments which never could have worked without the empathetic dialogue and gorgeous music.”
    • “Beautiful game, beautiful music, beautiful story; explore how your influence affects the life and decisions of some wonderfully engaging characters and watch it all bear fruit as they develop as individuals through reflection upon your advice.”
    • “The music, graphics, and premise of this game are utterly charming, along with the goofy characters you meet along the way.”
    • “How could I not like a game where one of the NPCs is a pufferfish with a penchant for metal music?”
  • atmosphere16 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its immersive and soothing qualities, enhanced by vibrant colors and fitting music that create a relaxing experience. Reviewers highlight the combination of beautiful art and quality writing, which together foster a captivating, story-driven environment that transcends typical genre clichés. Overall, the atmosphere is described as both pleasant and thought-provoking, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “I really appreciate how much it let me immerse in the game's more atmospheric side.”
    • “The colors are vibrant without being too much, and they really set up the atmosphere very nicely.”
    • “It's kind of a hybrid of a walking simulator and a visual novel, complete with beautiful atmosphere and quality writing, which eschews RPG/VN clichés for thought-provoking sincerity.”
  • emotional15 mentions

    The game is praised for its beautiful, heartwarming, and thoughtful narrative, featuring distinct characters and engaging storylines that evoke a range of emotions. Players appreciate the relaxing yet impactful experience, where empathetic dialogue and music enhance the emotional weight of their decisions. Overall, it delivers a subtly emotional journey that resonates deeply with players.

    • “It is a very relaxing and soothing experience that at the same time made me feel the weight and responsibility behind my decisions with every new interaction.”
    • “There were really touching moments which never could have worked without the empathetic dialogue and gorgeous music.”
    • “Absolutely loved the storyline, with its engaging and emotional character backstories, humorous side stories (dolphins and swordfish can coexist!), and surprising twists.”
  • grinding8 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the multiple endings and meaningful choices enhance replayability, subsequent playthroughs can feel tedious, especially when fast-forwarding through dialogue. Although some players manage to enjoy multiple runs, the grindiness can lead to a need for breaks between sessions. Overall, the game offers a worthwhile experience despite its repetitive elements.

    • “Subsequent runs aren't too tedious when you know what to do, and it's not difficult to get all the achievements if you're careful.”
    • “The choices matter a lot which gives it a lot of replayability; however, it can get tedious, so I have to space out how often I come back to this game.”
    • “It can get grindy on replays, but I still did a few rounds.”
    • “After my first 'genuine' playthrough, I found my second 'bad answers for fun' try pretty tedious, even with fast forwarding the dialogue.”
  • humor8 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its cute and charming elements, featuring endearing characters and witty writing that often elicits laughter, such as the amusing metalhead puffer fish. Players appreciate the blend of humor with a captivating storyline and meaningful choices, highlighting the game's depth and emotional resonance alongside its lighthearted moments. Overall, the humor enhances the engaging narrative and adds to the game's appeal.

    • “Lots of cute humor, charming characters, and a fascinating universe.”
    • “What I was assuming to be yet another pretty-but-empty exploration game turned out to be a captivating story with endearing characters, fun (and often funny) writing, and a host of meaningful decisions.”
    • “Absolutely loved the storyline, with its engaging and emotional character backstories, humorous side stories (dolphins and swordfish can coexist!), and surprising twists.”
  • gameplay5 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a blend of exploration and item collection, but primarily revolves around dialogue choices that create branching story paths. While initial exploration can be enjoyable, it tends to shift towards a visual novel format in subsequent playthroughs.

    • “Gameplay-wise, there is some fun exploration, but especially on subsequent cycles, it essentially becomes a visual novel.”
    • “The gameplay is simple - some exploration and collecting things, but mostly it's dialogues with options that lead to branching paths of the story.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Players praise the game's character development, highlighting the appealing designs and art style, particularly noting standout characters like Lutra and Gnosis. The unique and captivating character concepts contribute significantly to the overall aesthetic and enjoyment of the game.

    • “The character design is fabulous, with the standouts being Lutra (I hate bugs but I would commit atrocities for that hungry little larva) and Gnosis [spoiler](cyborg Cthulhu???)[/spoiler].”
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Critic Reviews

71% average critic score

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Play time

3hMedian play time
3hAverage play time
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*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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