Successor of the Moon

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"Successor of the Moon" is a 2D side-scrolling action game following the journey of the young priestess Stella, who is tasked with resolving mysterious monster activity in Parthenope. Explore various areas such as forests, snow fields, volcanos, and underground regions, acquiring abilities and assistance from peers and elves along the way. The game features multiple difficulties, over 100 areas, challenging boss battles, special combos with the Moon Wheel, and hidden magical crystals.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Beautiful pixel art and animations that enhance the overall experience.
Engaging gameplay mechanics, including wall-jumping, air-dashes, and a unique weapon that allows for creative combat strategies.
Good value for a short Metroidvania experience, with enjoyable exploration and collectibles.

The game is quite short, which may leave players wanting more content.
Technical issues such as glitches and sound problems can detract from the experience.
It is no longer available for purchase on Steam, limiting access for new players.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features engaging mechanics like wall-jumping, multiple air-dashes, and a unique moon wheel weapon that allows for juggling enemies and executing combos. While the gameplay is straightforward with no additional weapons or magic, it remains enjoyable due to responsive controls and beautiful pixel art. The simple yet unpredictable story complements the core gameplay without detracting from it.
- “Pretty fun game with cool mechanics such as wall-jumping, multiple air-dashes, and power-ups for increasing your movement speed and attack power.”
- “The moon wheel is a really neat weapon to have, because its mechanics allow you to juggle bosses and enemies around.”
- “Gameplay is rather straightforward, no additional weapons or magic, but you can perform some pretty cool combos using the moon throw and even juggle enemies with well-timed attacks.”
- “Overall the gameplay is fine, the controls are responsive and the pixel art is beautiful.”
- “Gameplay - 1”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as catchy and atmospheric, enhancing the experience in various areas. However, some players noted that it is limited to the title screen and credits, with no background music during gameplay, which left them wanting more. Despite this, many found the overall experience enjoyable, even without a continuous soundtrack.
- “The music is nice.”
- “However, for the price I paid for this game, I can't really complain, and I enjoyed it even without the background music.”
- “In my case, I only had music play on the title screen and in the credits, but not anywhere else in the game, while sound effects were fine.”
- “The music is fairly catchy and gives each area a unique atmosphere.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is straightforward yet unpredictable, complementing the gameplay without overshadowing it. However, some users find the translation issues can make it difficult to fully understand the narrative. Overall, it effectively supports the platforming and adventure elements of the game.
- “The story is simple but not predictable, and never gets in the way of the core gameplay.”
- “It does a great job of keeping missions simple, focusing on the platforming and adventuring side of things.”
- “Since its translation is a bit off, it can be hard to grasp the story at times.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's art style initially received mixed reactions, with some players feeling put off at first but later appreciating it, especially the design of later enemies and the final boss. However, technical issues related to graphics have frustrated users, leading to extensive troubleshooting efforts without resolution.
- “The art style initially put me off, but I grew to appreciate it over time. Some of the later enemies and particularly the last boss look very cool.”
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that truly immerse you in the game world.”
- “The character designs are incredibly well done, showcasing a unique art style that sets the game apart from others.”
- “I'm sad to say that the art style put me off slightly when I first started up the game, but I grew to like it over time. However, the initial impression was not great.”
- “I've tried several fixes, verifying the files, and updating my graphics drivers, but the graphics still don't meet my expectations.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's music is noted for being catchy and effectively contributes to creating a distinct atmosphere for each area, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
- “The music is fairly catchy and gives each area a unique atmosphere.”
- “The game's environment is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
- “The atmospheric design is stunning, with every detail contributing to a sense of wonder and exploration.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game exhibits a generally stable performance, with only a few minor glitches, such as characters remaining in a fall animation until transitioning to the next area.
- “There are a few minor glitches, such as getting stuck in a fall animation until you reach the next area.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
- “I encountered several bugs that disrupted gameplay, including freezing and unexpected crashes.”