Queen of Moths

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Queen of Moths is a single player action game. It was developed by Tesseract Games and was released on September 29, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

It's a winter night. You're returning home by train. It's been a long time since you've been there. You just have to transfer to another train. Just a moment's wait at a small train station in the middle of the forest. You're familiar with this - it's not the first time you've traveled this route. However, this time, a strange uneasiness accompanies you. Something is different. Something is n…

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Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

atmosphere6 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Queen of Moths effectively creates an oppressive and mysterious atmosphere, enhancing the horror experience with surreal storytelling.
The game offers multiple endings and choices, allowing for replayability and exploration of different narrative paths.
It's a short, engaging experience that can be completed in under 10 minutes, making it a good option for players looking for a quick horror fix.

The game suffers from logical inconsistencies in its story setup, such as the existence of a remote train station in the forest without explanation.
There are issues with dialogue repetition and a lack of auto-skip for previously read text, which can make multiple playthroughs tedious.
Some players found the artwork to be divisive, with concerns about its quality and whether it was AI-generated, impacting their overall enjoyment.

atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game excels in creating an oppressive and surreal atmosphere that enhances its horror elements, focusing on dread rather than traditional jump scares. Players appreciate the unsettling ambiance, which is best experienced in darker settings, and the subtle soundtrack complements the narrative effectively. Overall, the atmosphere is described as creepy, intriguing, and well-suited for those who enjoy artsy horror experiences.
- “If you enjoy short, artsy horror experiences with a cool, unsettling atmosphere, Queen of Moths is worth checking out.”
- “What this game does pretty well is set up an oppressive and mysterious atmosphere that also embraces surrealism in storytelling. Although the variations in choice are not expansive, they are there and will eventually allow you to see all seven endings if you are so inclined.”
- “Queen of Moths is a weird little horror game that leans more into atmosphere and the feeling of dread rather than jumpscares or gore—and I really liked that.”
- “The gloomy atmosphere worked well with the narrative, and aside from a few bumps, it was a slightly curious game.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The game's story effectively creates an oppressive and surreal atmosphere during a late-night train journey, with minimal yet impactful storytelling that evokes a dreamlike quality. While players can explore multiple endings, the narrative suffers from logical inconsistencies and a lack of character depth, leading to some repetitive elements. Overall, opinions on the story vary widely, with some appreciating its brevity and mystery, while others criticize it as robotic and lacking substance.
- “What this game does pretty well is set up an oppressive and mysterious atmosphere that also embraces surrealism in storytelling, and although the variations in choice are not expansive, they are there and will eventually allow you to see all seven endings if you are so inclined.”
- “In the story, you’re on a late-night train journey, stopping at a quiet, snowy forest station you’ve seen before… except this time something feels off.”
- “The storytelling is minimal but effective, and it definitely gave me that 'I’m in a dream and nothing is quite right' feeling.”
- “One issue I have with this, outside of the logical disconnect in how the story is set up, is that there is no auto-skip for dialogue you've already read through.”
- “As with all path-driven games, some aspects and elements of the story can become repetitive fast.”
- “Don't get me wrong, I think it's good that you are leaving some space for the player to speculate; I just felt like the story was a little robotic for some reason. The character is pretty much not explored, just the way you react to what is happening.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The music in the game features a subtle ambient soundtrack that effectively enhances the atmosphere, contributing positively to the overall experience. Players note that the developer has improved their musical composition skills from "Queen of Moths" to "Songs of Rats," showcasing their growth in creating immersive soundscapes.
- “The game had a relatively good sense of atmosphere, mostly a subtle ambient soundtrack, but it worked well enough for what you were doing.”
- “I've played their more recent game, Songs of Rats, and that is both a better experience and also demonstrates how the developer took the lessons learned from making Queen of Moths and applied them to Songs of Rats.”
- “So, from the perspective of seeing how a developer improves their craft over time, this is a good game to play if you also intend to or have already played Songs of Rats.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game's graphics, characterized by pixel art, have received mixed feedback from players, with some appreciating the unique and uncanny aesthetic, while others criticize the lack of a consistent art style. Overall, the visuals are seen as a polarizing element, with opinions varying widely among users.
- “The graphics feature pixel art that changes throughout the game, creating a unique visual experience.”
- “I personally like the uncanny look of the game, even though it may lack a consistent art style.”
- “The artwork in this game has received mixed feedback from players, but I find it intriguing.”
- “I think where this game seems to get the most pushback from players and their reviews is in the artwork itself.”
- “I don't think the game looked bad or anything; I personally like the uncanny look, although it felt like there wasn't a consistent art style.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is criticized for being buggy, with players experiencing abrupt endings and instances where the game freezes or crashes, leading to confusion and frustration rather than enhancing the experience.
- “Nice little game, could be less buggy but it's cool.”
- “Abrupt endings - I think any dead ends where it kicks you out of the game or freezes on the spot do not add much to the experience other than being annoying. I am not impressed by these creative choices; I am just confused if I have a glitch or if you thought it was a cool idea.”