Over The Moonlight

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Over The Moonlight is a single player action game. It was developed by IronEqual and was released on September 27, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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70%

Audience ScoreBased on 76 reviews

music5 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a calming atmosphere, making it a visually appealing experience.
It offers a unique and relaxing gameplay experience, allowing players to freely paint and explore a tranquil environment.
The soothing soundtrack enhances the overall ambiance, contributing to a peaceful gaming experience.

The game suffers from poor optimization and lag, making it difficult to enjoy on lower-end systems.
There is a lack of clear instructions and menus, leading to confusion about controls and objectives.
The gameplay is very short and feels unfinished, with many players expressing disappointment over its abrupt ending.

music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
47%
20%
The music in the game is generally described as soothing and calming, enhancing the overall relaxing experience for players. While some users appreciate the soundtrack as beautiful and fitting, others find it lacking or unremarkable. Overall, the music contributes positively to the ambiance, making it a pleasant backdrop for gameplay.
- “I'll give you points for simplicity, the warm colors and the calming music.”
- “Soundtrack 10/10”
- “Very peaceful and calming, the sweet soft music with the slow changing color helped put me into a very happy mood. I was excited to move on to each island and see the new color I could draw with. This game is great for a relaxing time and giving yourself a nice calm place to think.”
- “No music fitting the ambiance.”
- “Even for free, better listen to any music you have and start using Microsoft Paint; that's basically what this game is.”
- “It's boring and the music sucks.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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Overall, the graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and relaxing quality, enhancing the gameplay experience. However, some users note performance issues, such as choppy water graphics and inaccurate hitboxes, suggesting that the graphical demands may be too high for less powerful systems. While the visuals contribute positively to the atmosphere, there are mixed feelings about their execution and impact on gameplay.
- “The game is short and sweet, and the graphics look beautiful.”
- “To sum up, it's free and fun to play if you enjoy good graphics.”
- “Such a relaxing game, nice graphics and enjoyable to paint freely.”
- “But I think they are asking for too much graphics in this game. You should lower them to make the game playable for some people that don't have 'monster' computers.”
- “The hitboxes and controls don't feel accurate, and some graphic phenomena are simply irritating.”
- “Water graphics are a little choppy (pun intended).”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game's story is polarizing; some players appreciate the silent, untold narrative that allows for personal interpretation, while others criticize its brevity and lack of clear plot or character development, noting that it ends abruptly. Overall, the story's depth seems to depend heavily on individual perspective.
- “I love how there is a silent, untold story that you can interpret by yourself and find meaning where others might not.”
- “The graphics are okay, and the story is what you make of it.”
- “Unfortunately, it's too short and features no story or characters whatsoever.”
- “You lose me on the plot though (if there is one) and the fact that it ends rather abruptly.”
- “The graphics are ok, and the story is what you make of it.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The gameplay has been criticized for feeling unfinished and underwhelming, with numerous small issues detracting from the overall experience. While the game's intentions are commendable, it lacks the necessary polish to deliver a satisfying gameplay experience.
- “Unfortunately though, the game feels unfinished partly due to its underwhelming performance but most notably because of many little problems regarding its gameplay.”
- “The intentions are good, but stripping a game down to its bare gameplay essence requires an overall polish, which Over the Moonlight unfortunately doesn't provide.”
- “Gameplay: ★★☆☆☆”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its relaxing and enchanting qualities, with beautiful colors and calming elements that enhance the experience. However, technical issues such as lag detract from the overall enjoyment, leaving players wishing for more expansive environments and exploration opportunities. Despite these drawbacks, many recommend the game for its unique charm.
- “This game succeeds in its goal to be relaxing and atmospheric. The atmosphere and colors were beautiful, making it fun to mess around and draw with the glowing flowers.”
- “I love how calming it was and the atmosphere really drew me in. I wish there were bigger islands to explore with more foliage and maybe even old buildings to discover.”
- “The atmosphere in this game is enchanting, creating a serene environment that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The game's atmosphere is enchanting, but its execution sadly falls flat on delivering that experience in an undisturbed manner.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been criticized for being poor, leading to frustrating experiences due to a lack of configuration options and frequent performance issues. Many players feel that these shortcomings contribute to an unfinished feel, detracting from overall enjoyment.
- “It can be zen, but it can also be frustrating as there's no explanation, poor optimization, no other options, and you have to restart the game again.”
- “Unfortunately, the game feels unfinished partly due to its underwhelming performance, but most notably because of many little problems regarding its gameplay.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users indicate that the game's replayability varies based on personal preference, with some finding value in its endless artistic possibilities, while others feel it may lack long-term engagement. Overall, it offers potential for replay depending on individual interests.
- “+replay value because of the endless possibilities of art.”
- “If you want to zone out for a few minutes, it's worth downloading, but depending on your liking, it may or may not have replay value.”
- “There is some replay value because of the endless possibilities of art, but this contradicts my only entry in 'the bad stuff'.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the humor in the game's unexpected ending, which adds a lighthearted touch to the overall experience. The fun of interacting with the environment, such as drawing with glowing flowers, contributes to a calming atmosphere, though some players express a desire for more content and exploration options. Overall, the humor enhances the enjoyment of the game, making it a recommended experience.
- “The ending of this game made me laugh! I wasn't expecting what happened. I love how calming it was and it was fun just to mess around and draw with the glowing flowers. The atmosphere and colors were beautiful, but I really wish there was more. Maybe bigger islands to explore with more foliage and even old buildings to discover where you'll have to look for the canvas to draw on. I do recommend giving this game a go!”