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Run From Mummies

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79%Game Brain Score
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graphics, replayability
100% User Score Based on 30 reviews

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Run From Mummies is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by Lost Turnip, LLC and was released on November 5, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Survive the Mummies!A group of unsuspecting tourists has crashed their van into a long-forgotten pyramid, and now there’s no turning back. As they venture deeper into the tomb, they’ll face dangers lurking around every corner—but the biggest threat of all? The ancient pharaoh himself, come back to exact his revenge! As a tourist, you’ll only have your ultra-powerful camera to protect you from t…

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews
gameplay9 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Incredible amount of content with diverse gameplay modes and character abilities, providing high replayability.
  • Well-polished with engaging mechanics, smooth controls, and a charming story that enhances the overall experience.
  • Fun and entertaining co-op gameplay that encourages teamwork and offers a light-hearted atmosphere, making it enjoyable for all ages.
  • The game can be challenging for newcomers, requiring time to master the controls and gameplay mechanics.
  • Steam's Remote Play can be unreliable, making online multiplayer a gamble.
  • Some players may find the game a bit easy initially, although unlockable hard modes are available for a greater challenge.
  • gameplay
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its smoothness, engaging mechanics, and clever level design, making it a standout indie title. Players appreciate the fun, light-hearted approach to dungeon crawling, with unique combat and puzzle elements that encourage strategic thinking. The combination of stellar voice acting, charming art style, and cooperative play enhances the overall experience, though some may find the controls challenging at first.

    • “The moment-to-moment gameplay is super smooth, and you can tell the devs put their heart into this one with how cohesively the package comes together.”
    • “10/10 indie, I'd highly recommend this for anyone looking for a more casual, light-hearted dungeon crawler, especially since this stands on its own mechanically.”
    • “The gameplay seems pretty simple, but having the enemies there to throw you off really means you have to work on a strategy to get through each level.”
    • “The game can be difficult before getting used to the controls and gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay seems pretty simple but having the enemies there to throw you off really means you have to work on a strategy to get through each level.”
    • “Feels like zombies ate my neighbors but with unique 'combat' and puzzle mechanics.”
  • story
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is praised for its originality, engaging narrative, and well-executed cut scenes, featuring a mix of silliness and surprising dark moments. Players appreciate the imaginative journey through a 2D dungeon crawler, complemented by clever mechanics and enjoyable co-op gameplay. Overall, the story enhances the diverse content and fun experience, making it a standout aspect of the game.

    • “So much content and the story and cut scenes are really well done.”
    • “The story (and voice acting!) is very good, surprisingly has a few dark moments for such a fun game, but nothing incredibly dark.”
    • “The story of your journey through this 2D dungeon crawler is very imaginative and fun.”
  • humor
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's humor is a standout feature, blending hilarious cutscenes, creative graphics, and amusing gameplay mechanics that keep players laughing even as the difficulty ramps up. Players note that the chaotic multiplayer experience enhances the comedic elements, making it a fun and engaging option for friends. Additionally, the inclusion of funny mini-games and clever gags throughout the gameplay adds to its charm.

    • “I’ve been playing solo, but it feels like it would be a hilarious time with friends.”
    • “The opening cut scene is hilarious, and the graphics and animations are very creative and well-executed.”
    • “Unlike some games where the multiplayer makes the levels easier, the dynamic of a bunch of people running around actually can make it no less hard, and is just plain hilarious.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and atmospheric qualities, reminiscent of titles like Super Mario Galaxy, which enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the outstanding combination of diverse musical tracks and engaging gameplay, contributing to a delightful and immersive atmosphere.

    • “The music is a huge highlight too—some tracks reminded me of Super Mario Galaxy, adding this cool atmosphere to the game that I wasn’t expecting.”
    • “Both the art and the music are outstanding.”
    • “The art has a delightful feel to it, and the music is catchy in the best way.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game feature a unique and creative art style that initially takes some getting used to but ultimately enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the well-executed animations and character design, which contribute to the game's fun and refreshing mechanics. Overall, the visuals are praised for their charm and the love put into their development.

    • “The opening cut scene is hilarious, and the graphics and animations are very creative and well-executed.”
    • “The art style has great character and the mechanics are fun and refreshing.”
    • “At first, the art style took me a minute to get used to, not gonna lie, but it has been growing on me.”
    • “The opening cutscene is hilarious, and the graphics and animations are very creative and well-executed.”
    • “The art style adds so much to what is already a very unique and yet nostalgic gameplay structure.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers high replayability due to its abundance of collectibles, diverse enemy types, unique character abilities, and engaging boss fights. Additionally, the inclusion of co-op play, multiplayer options, and various challenges further enhances the replay value, making it a larger and more enjoyable experience than initially expected.

    • “This game is incredibly fun, with collectibles galore, lots of traps to learn to avoid properly, and most characters having special abilities that affect your playstyles. There are tons of challenges for replayability, enemy variety, fun boss fights, and it can all be played in co-op.”
    • “Multiplayer and minigames are also present to add more replayability.”
    • “The game is also way bigger than I thought it would be, and there's tons of replayability.”
    • “Multiplayer and minigames are also present (I didn't try either) to potentially add more replayability.”
    • “The game lacks significant changes in subsequent playthroughs, making it feel repetitive.”
    • “Once you complete the main story, there isn't much incentive to replay the game.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is notably enhanced by its music, with some tracks evoking a sense of nostalgia reminiscent of Super Mario Galaxy, contributing to an unexpectedly immersive experience.

    • “The music is a huge highlight too—some tracks reminded me of Super Mario Galaxy, adding this cool atmosphere to the game that I wasn’t expecting.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game to be a deeply wholesome experience that evokes strong emotional engagement, motivating them to continue playing and striving for success.

    • “It has been a while since I have played something so truly wholesome that it makes me want to keep playing, to keep trying, and to keep running!”
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Run From Mummies is a action adventure game.

Run From Mummies is available on PC, Mac OS, Steam Deck, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Run From Mummies.

Run From Mummies was released on November 5, 2024.

Run From Mummies was developed by Lost Turnip, LLC.

Run From Mummies has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Run From Mummies is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Hammerwatch, Astral Ascent, Strange Brigade, Phoenotopia: Awakening, Legend of Grimrock 2 and others.