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Navicula Meatus

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97%Game Brain Score
graphics, atmosphere
gameplay, story
97% User Score Based on 90 reviews

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Navicula Meatus is a single player puzzle game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Torgomind and was released on April 25, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Navicula Meatus is a dark, surreal puzzle-adventure set in a decaying town filled with fleshy growths and grotesque beings. Players become a crustacean navigating grid-based meat systems, unraveling cryptic mysteries without any human language or traditional gameplay elements. The unstable world shifts with each playthrough, revealing haunting new disfigurements and strange characters.

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 90 reviews
graphics7 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features a stunning and bizarre visual style that creates a unique and immersive atmosphere.
  • The gameplay encourages exploration and problem-solving through context clues, making the experience rewarding once players understand the mechanics.
  • Despite its short length, the game offers a compelling adventure filled with quirky characters and engaging puzzles.
  • Some puzzles, particularly in the later stages, can be overly obscure and frustrating, leading to confusion about objectives.
  • The initial learning curve is steep, which may deter some players who find the lack of guidance overwhelming.
  • The game is relatively short, which may leave players wanting more content and depth.
  • graphics
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and bizarre aesthetic, which creates a captivating and immersive atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the art style as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience, though it may require some patience to fully appreciate. The combination of visuals, sound design, and clever gameplay contributes to a charming and hypnotic world that many players find compelling.

    • “Aesthetically it's amazing, the bizarre visual style is absolutely the standout element and is definitely something you need to be on board with to enjoy this.”
    • “The dev has a very clear vision and has created a very strange world, and the graphics, music, and sound design all work brilliantly to make this a very hypnotic and immersive experience.”
    • “While the gameplay is simple, the visuals, sound effects, and characters all come together to create an extremely unique atmosphere that can't be found anywhere else.”
    • “Once I understood what was going on, I didn't find it compelling at all, despite the charmingly bizarre graphics and sound design.”
    • “As mentioned by another review, the start of the game does have a rather steep initial learning curve - a mix of no instructions on how to play, no human language, and alien visuals run the risk of making the first 30 minutes very frustrating.”
    • “If you like the visuals of this game, you are likely also the kind of person willing to apply some patience (a few extra minutes of thinking and remembering) that this game deserves.”
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, focusing on item delivery and puzzle-solving, which can lead to a rewarding sense of accomplishment once players grasp the mechanics. While the control scheme is straightforward, the experience is enriched by stunning visuals and a captivating atmosphere, although some players may find the UI unintuitive and certain hints easily missed. Overall, the combination of clever puzzles and engaging aesthetics creates a unique and enjoyable gameplay experience.

    • “The gameplay is simple in terms of mechanics, yet I don't remember many puzzle games where I felt so accomplished and rewarded for taking the time to understand what the game wanted me to do.”
    • “Killer visuals, killer soundtrack, clever gameplay, neat puzzles, and short enough... a perfect experience!”
    • “While the gameplay is simple, the visuals, sound effects/OST, and characters all come together to create an extremely unique atmosphere that can't be found anywhere else.”
    • “Fortunately, it's very possible to bumble through, although I was fairly unfortunate in that I was dependent on the RNG method of acquiring currency to complete my first goal and confirm some of the basic mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay is usually just item delivery or solving a few obscure riddles, assuming you can even find them; some of the hints can be easily overlooked (also the UI is not all that intuitive).”
    • “It plays with a fairly simple control scheme, with most of the gameplay revolving around fetching items for NPCs in order to progress.”
  • atmosphere
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its surreal and unique qualities, drawing comparisons to the "Rock Bottom" episode of SpongeBob and the film "The Fifth Element." Reviewers highlight the superb visuals, sound design, and character interactions that create an immersive experience, making exploration enjoyable despite the straightforward gameplay. Overall, the atmosphere is considered the standout feature, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “The idea is really cool and the atmosphere is superb.”
    • “While the gameplay is simple, the visuals, sound effects/OST, and characters all come together to create an extremely unique atmosphere that can't be found anywhere else.”
    • “Very obscure, the only way I can really describe it is the Spongebob episode 'Rock Bottom' where he accidentally rides the bus to the wrong place. It also slightly gives me Fifth Element vibes with some of the atmosphere.”
    • “Really surreal atmosphere and design that scratches an itch somewhere in the fleshy part of my brain.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as ambiguous and difficult to grasp, with players often feeling lost despite multiple playthroughs. While some appreciate the minimalist approach and the suspense it creates, others find the narrative lacking depth and clarity, leading to mixed feelings about its execution. Overall, the focus seems to be more on gameplay mechanics than a coherent plot.

    • “However, I loved the minimal story that I actually understood. I'll add onto this if I find any secrets, but the game insists on strong suspense throughout, and I wish I could have seen it delve deeper into a story about the eardrum.”
    • “The story (7/10, amazing buildup, still waiting though)”
    • “You have to complete quests and figure things out as you go.”
    • “I must admit that I don't have any idea what the actual story of the game is about despite playing through it multiple times and collecting all of the achievements.”
    • “This story definitely ranges into the contemporary side; I didn't quite understand it too well, so I won't put my critiques into how it was written, but I will say the portrayal seemed off.”
    • “Burroughs' Naked Lunch is fairly accurate -- 'routines' are more important than the plot here.”
  • music
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many users noting its catchy quality and effectiveness in setting the mood. The soundtrack, which is available for free, complements the visuals and sound design, contributing to a hypnotic and immersive experience. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that resonates well with players.

    • “The music and visuals do a fantastic job of setting the mood, and there's a lot of charm present in the various interactions.”
    • “The soundtrack, which the dev is nice enough to provide for free, is also quite good.”
    • “The dev has a very clear vision and has created a very strange world, and the graphics, music, and sound design all work brilliantly to make this a very hypnotic and immersive experience.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized as both quirky and unconventional, providing a unique comedic experience that stands out.

    • “The humor is both quirky and delightful, making every moment in the game a joy.”
    • “I love how the game blends absurdity with clever jokes that keep me laughing.”
    • “The witty dialogue and unexpected scenarios add a layer of fun that makes the gameplay unforgettable.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game somewhat tedious, particularly due to the lack of a quicksave feature, which can lead to frustrating restarts after glitches or challenging puzzles. However, the engaging style and overall fun gameplay help mitigate these frustrations, making the experience enjoyable despite the repetitive elements.

    • “The lack of a 'resume where you left off' feature isn't game-breaking, but situations like when a no-clip glitch killed my run after the {spoiler}shield puzzle{/spoiler}, forcing a restart, made the experience more tedious. Having some form of temporary quicksave would have been a nice quality of life feature.”
    • “Having to do some of the puzzles repeatedly was tedious at times to get all endings (looking at you, butcher part), but the style kept me engaged until the end.”
    • “It's rare that a game like this actually feels fun to play; nothing tedious or worthy of looking up a walkthrough (though you may need a notepad at points, it's nothing too serious).”
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Navicula Meatus is a puzzle game with horror and mystery themes.

Navicula Meatus is available on PC and Windows.

Navicula Meatus was released on April 25, 2025.

Navicula Meatus was developed by Torgomind.

Navicula Meatus has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Navicula Meatus is a single player game.

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