Survive! Mola Mola!

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Survive! Mola Mola! is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by SELECT BUTTON Inc. and was released on October 10, 2014. It received very positive reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 2,140 reviews

humor105 positive mentions

monetization80 negative mentions

The game is adorable and funny, with unexpected deaths that provide a good chuckle.
It's a simple and charming idle game that offers a unique take on raising a Mola Mola, making it a great time-waster.
The graphics and visuals are cute, and the gameplay is straightforward, making it enjoyable for casual play.

The survival rates for adventures seem inaccurate, with many players experiencing frequent deaths despite high percentages.
The game is plagued by intrusive ads that disrupt gameplay, making it frustrating for some users.
Progression can feel slow and tedious, especially when waiting for food to spawn or adventure points to recharge.

humor
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its adorable and quirky nature, with many players finding the various ways the fish can die both hilarious and entertaining. The combination of cute graphics, funny missions, and dark humor creates a charming experience that keeps players engaged, despite some minor frustrations like ads and limited content. Overall, the game is described as a fun, casual time-killer that successfully blends humor with gameplay.
- “There's so many ways to die, (it's sad, but also kind of hilarious) and for each death, a new experience!”
- “The idea, story and visuals are hilarious!”
- “I have volunteered for an aquarium that has mola mola and I happen to know how hard it is to keep them alive, which is what makes this game so hilarious.”
monetization
86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
2%
93%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly pop-up ads that disrupt gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards and find the ad removal purchase valuable, others report issues with ads persisting despite payment. Overall, while the game offers a free experience, the heavy reliance on ads detracts from enjoyment for many players.
- “Been playing this one on and off; the idea of very vulnerable fish friends doesn't get old, and this is one of those games that you can play forever without monetization stuff.”
- “Well, I paid for the cheap no ads option, but even with ads, it is not that intrusive. You can go offline in this game without losing much (even the golden turtle from sharing still functions when you are offline and can't share a thing).”
- “Purchased no ads.”
- “But the ads that pop up and interrupt gameplay is a deal breaker for me.”
- “The game is unplayably bad and there is way too much of a reliance on watching ads.”
- “I paid to turn off ads, and when I got a new phone the ads were back.”
graphics
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
34%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charm and cuteness, with many reviewers highlighting the appealing pixel art style and nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic games. The visuals are described as lovely, unique, and well-integrated with the game's humorous story, contributing significantly to its overall enjoyment. While some players noted gameplay issues, the graphics consistently received positive remarks, enhancing the game's appeal as a fun and engaging experience.
- “The graphics are charming and this game was honestly my childhood.”
- “I love the art style and all the backgrounds.”
- “Adorable retro graphics and interface.”
- “The graphics are really cute and I love the replay value.”
- “The graphics and little emotions are cute but it's so sad when I die :c”
- “Very cute and simple pixel graphic time waster.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
48%
8%
The gameplay is characterized as straightforward and visually appealing, with a mix of enjoyable mechanics and a cute story. However, many players express frustration with the heavy reliance on waiting and watching ads, which detracts from the overall experience and makes the gameplay feel repetitive and limited. While some appreciate the simplicity and addictive nature of the game, there is a strong desire for more engaging options and less downtime.
- “Gameplay is straightforward and I really enjoy the art and visuals.”
- “The mechanic of both trying to survive as long as possible but also collecting all the deaths makes for rewarding gameplay.”
- “10/10 I love the pixel art and all the options for gameplay!”
- “I'm ranked in the top 4000 (non-hacked) and I know for a fact that based on the current game mechanics you'll never reach that without spending money or playing a hacked version.”
- “The gameplay loop consists of waiting for 3 hours, then playing for 1 minute, which isn't really fun.”
- “There is a wait mechanic that can't really be justified since there's not enough game in the game to allow it.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its humor and charm, centering on the life of a lone mola mola in an aquarium, which adds a layer of emotional depth. Players appreciate the cute graphics and entertaining missions, although some express frustration with gameplay issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative is engaging and educational, highlighting the challenges faced by the mola mola while maintaining a lighthearted tone.
- “This is a masterpiece telling the story of a lone mola mola, the last of its lineage, living its life in an aquarium.”
- “Has a wonderful story, and actually teaches you a little about the ocean sunfish (mola mola) with cute pixel graphics and great mechanics!”
- “The story of the almighty sunfish constantly dying while on adventures to prove his greatness (or just eating) is quite fun.”
- “I'm currently experiencing a glitch where all missions will kill my mola; this started a little while after my first fully grown fish.”
- “Dying on every mission even with 99% survivability is kind of irritating.”
- “The story of the almighty sun fish constantly dying while on adventures to prove his greatness (or just eating) is quite fun.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
37%
19%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its nostalgic 8-bit style and catchy tunes that evoke fond memories. However, some users noted issues with background music not loading consistently and expressed a desire for additional sound effects. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's charm, though it can become repetitive over time.
- “The soundtrack gets stuck in my head lol.”
- “This is a fun game and now that it's 2025 I remember my childhood that this game brought smiles to my family and this music is nostalgic.”
- “Graphics are adorable, music is great, and the game concept is unique.”
- “Fun game lol, cute, music is a bit annoying after a while.”
- “The only problem is that sometimes the background music doesn't work, even if my volume is up and the bgm is turned on.”
- “Great way to kill time, wish there was some sound effects or background music, a little more to do on the game would be nice!”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some find it tedious and overly time-consuming, others appreciate the fair point system that minimizes excessive grinding. Despite some complaints about the lack of rewards and the need to restart on new devices, a few users still find the grinding enjoyable and believe it could improve over time. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a significant but polarizing element of gameplay.
- “The adventure point feature is horrible and it makes the game quite tedious.”
- “Cute but no way to transfer your game to a new device and too grindy to be happy about being forced to start over.”
- “There isn't enough reward for grinding your mola mola.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed feedback, with several users reporting frequent freezing issues, particularly after completing adventures or during login attempts. While some players note a lack of glitches, the recurring freezing problem significantly impacts the overall experience, leading to frustration and the need for app resets.
- “Also, there is a small bug where the screen freezes after you go back from an adventure. Please fix it; I don't want to keep resetting the app.”
- “Most of the time, after I go on a successful adventure, the game freezes.”
- “I want to play it, but it freezes after the intro is done and quits the app. When I try to skip it, it freezes and quits again. Does anyone else have this issue, and how do I fix it?”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its fun and wholesome nature, as well as its engaging art style. The attachment to characters, such as the mola molas, enhances the overall experience, making it both enjoyable and memorable.
- “I really like this game and I enjoy it so much; it's fun and I'm emotionally attached now to my mola molas.”
- “Amazing art, funny, fun, wholesome.”
- “Silly little wholesome game ^_^”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's simplicity and find it offers great replay value, enhanced by its charming graphics.
- “It's a simple game with great replay value.”
- “The graphics are really cute, and I love the replay value.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features vibrant animations that contribute to a cheerful and engaging atmosphere, enhancing the overall player experience.
- “The animations and cheerful atmosphere truly bring the game to life.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in and makes every moment feel magical.”
- “The vibrant colors and engaging sound design create a captivating atmosphere.”