The Momo Game
- October 16, 2018
- Caffeine
"The Momo Game" is a horror-themed video game where players must communicate with the mysterious Momo character through phone calls and messages while navigating dark environments. The game's objective is to uncover the truth behind Momo's haunting presence and escape alive. With a focus on jump scares, puzzle-solving, and limited visibility, players must remain vigilant to avoid the stalking Momo.
Reviews
- Some players found it amusing as a meme game to joke stream with friends.
- A few users mentioned that it can provide a short distraction if obtained for free or on sale.
- The character Momo can be initially scary, providing some jump scare moments.
- The game is plagued with numerous bugs, making it frustrating and unplayable for many.
- Graphics and gameplay are considered outdated and poorly designed, failing to meet modern gaming standards.
- Many players criticized the lack of content, poor mechanics, and overall feeling of it being a cash grab.
- graphics11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising them as flawless and visually appealing, while others criticize them for being choppy, glitchy, and plagued by collision issues. Many users report that the game struggles to maintain performance, leading to a frustrating experience marred by graphical bugs and poor optimization. Overall, the graphics seem to be a highlight for some, but a significant drawback for many others.
“The graphics are flawless and the story is incredible.”
“Terrible gameplay and the only thing this game has is nice graphics and sound.”
“Collision issues and graphical glitches abound.”
“Low graphics settings actually make the game work poorly.”
“This erroneous mess is littered with bugs, clunky controls, sounds taken from games pre-dating Half-Life, and graphics so choppy I couldn't tell if it was my GPU's dying or if it was the game itself.”
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews; while some praise it as incredible and engaging, others criticize it for lacking coherence and clarity, with mission objectives that seem disconnected from the narrative. Overall, the experience varies significantly depending on player perspective.
“The graphics are flawless and the story is incredible.”
“The story is engaging and keeps you invested throughout the gameplay.”
“The whole story is based on the fact that we call Momo, and she says she's coming to us.”
“Mission objectives make no sense; I don't understand why you have to do certain things.”
“The story is completely absent.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its poor mechanics and design, leading to a lack of depth and coherence. While some players found enjoyment despite these flaws, the overall consensus suggests it may not be worth the investment for those seeking a serious gaming experience.
“I can't give it a negative review because I had fun, but it might not be worth your money if you are expecting a serious game where you will be getting many hours of gameplay out of it.”
“The game has terrible mechanics and bad design.”
“Can't give it a negative review because I had fun, but it might not be worth your money if you are expecting a serious game where you will be getting many hours of gameplay out of it.”
“Terrible gameplay and the only thing this game has is nice graphics and sound.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with accusations of plagiarism due to the lack of credit given to original artists and developers. Reviewers describe it as lazy and opportunistic, capitalizing on current trends without offering genuine value.
“It's just a lazy cash grab.”
“Seems like a cash grab riding on the tails of the momo controversy/urban legend.”
“The developers didn't credit any of the artists and real game developers who created the assets, so this feels like plagiarism and a cash grab.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs, collision problems, and graphical glitches that detract from the overall experience.
“Buggy as hell.”
“Collision issues and graphical glitches abound.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received criticism for its lack of a soundtrack, with users noting that there is virtually no audio to enhance the gaming experience.
“The game features a non-existent soundtrack.”
“The music is forgettable and adds nothing to the overall experience.”
“There is a lack of variety in the audio, making it feel repetitive and dull.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally perceived as lacking, with users noting that it fails to evoke any sense of fear or the typical ambiance associated with horror games.
“It isn't scary at all and it doesn't have any horror game atmosphere.”
“The environment feels lifeless and fails to immerse you in the game.”
“There is a lack of tension and suspense, making the atmosphere feel flat.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its ability to juxtapose horror elements with comedic moments, leading to unexpected laughter amidst tense situations. Players appreciate this blend, finding it both entertaining and refreshing.
“The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious; I found myself laughing out loud at the clever jokes.”
“I never expected to be scared and amused at the same time, but the humor really adds a unique twist to the horror experience.”
“The witty dialogue and funny situations kept me entertained throughout the game; it's a perfect blend of comedy and thrills.”