Welcome to Moreytown
- May 5, 2017
- Choice of Games
In "Welcome to Moreytown," you are a moreau, a human-animal hybrid survivor living in a dangerous, gang-ridden slum. When threats escalate, you must navigate the town's power dynamics, choosing to either dismantle or lead the gangs, while fighting for your survival as one of thirteen species. Play as male, female, or non-binary, with options for various sexual orientations. Your decisions will shape the fate of Moreytown.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique text-based experience that encourages players to visualize the story, making it a truly immersive adventure.
- The writing is well-crafted and engaging, with a compelling plot that explores themes of racial tension and societal issues through the lens of anthropomorphic characters.
- Despite its short length, the game has significant replay value due to the variety of choices and outcomes available, allowing players to explore different paths in multiple playthroughs.
- The game is notably short, with many players completing it in under two hours, leading to a sense of disappointment regarding its overall content and depth.
- Choices often feel superficial and do not significantly impact the story, resulting in a linear experience that can detract from the feeling of agency.
- Some players found the character development and motivations lacking, making it difficult to connect with the story and its characters on a deeper level.
- story69 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 78 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story of "Welcome to Moreytown" is a brief yet intriguing narrative centered around a city of anthropomorphic animals grappling with themes of discrimination and societal issues, reminiscent of a darker, grittier version of "Zootopia." While the premise holds potential, many reviewers noted that the execution feels rushed, with a linear plot and simplistic character development that detracts from the overall experience. Despite its shortcomings, the game offers engaging moments and replay value through multiple endings, though players may find the lack of depth and detail in the lore disappointing.
“The story starts with your character discovering that their apartment's on fire; upon escaping, you discover your apartment fire could be leading to a much bigger threat that could shake Moreytown to its core.”
“I found the writing to be very engaging and the plot very interesting.”
“This one in particular had a nice concept and a fairly well-presented story.”
“It has the potential to be so much more, yet it was a brief story that one can fly through quickly.”
“The characters' personalities and motivations were very simple or nonexistent, which matches the plot which is also short and cliché.”
“The plot is very linear even for a choice-based game, and it seems much more like your decisions in the last 2 minutes (literally) are all that really do anything.”
- replayability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game offers some replayability through interesting story paths and multiple endings, but players note that the short length of the story can make repeated playthroughs feel tedious. While it has decent replay value, particularly for completionists, many feel that a longer narrative would enhance the overall experience. Overall, it is enjoyable enough to warrant several playthroughs, despite its brevity.
“But it has replayability that will bring me back to it several times.”
“It's very short, but the replay value makes it worth it.”
“Good game, pretty fun; there are lots of choices. It is a little short though, like 2 hours to get through your first playthrough, but there is a lot of replay value, especially if you are a completionist and will try to unlock all the achievements.”
“Though the game has some decent replay value, I do think the story could have been a bit longer.”
“This is a picky comment, but it would've helped this game a lot and added some replay value if it had a little more meat to it, making this into a longer story.”
“Good game, pretty fun; there are lots of choices. It is a little short though, like 2 hours to get through your first playthrough. There is a lot of replay value, especially if you are a completionist and will try to unlock all the achievements.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game features minimal graphics, focusing instead on text-based mechanics and multiple-choice prompts, which enhances the imaginative experience. The lack of visual elements allows for a deeper engagement with the narrative and character customization, making it accessible for players without high-end graphics capabilities. Overall, the graphics are intentionally sparse, serving the game's storytelling rather than detracting from it.
“The graphics are stunning, with beautifully detailed environments that truly immerse you in the game world.”
“The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual delight.”
“The character designs are incredibly well-crafted, showcasing a diverse range of appearances and styles.”
“No graphics, no flashiness, just reading, multiple choice prompts, and some background stats that affect your chance of success when overpowering, sneaking around, persuading, etc. They also tend to be very open regarding your character's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation (including everything from 'anything that moves' to 'let's just keep things platonic, thanks') and more, which is nice.”
“From what I think, the setting is perfect for this text-only mechanics because anything graphical would've destroyed the imagination that you have in your head.”
“Regardless of my personal preferences, if you're looking for a game that doesn't require a high-end graphics card and has a story that's particularly engaging, I'd say this would be worth your time.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and dark depiction of a dystopian future-city, where players navigate uncertainty and make impactful decisions. Additionally, the unique use of sensory elements, such as a character's sense of smell, enhances the storytelling and deepens the player's connection to the environment.
“Now I come to one of the things that I consider as one of the most important aspects of a game: the atmosphere.”
“The dark atmosphere of a dystopian future city, with you as someone who decides what is going to happen without even knowing what exactly could happen... it's just good!”
“If your character's strongest sense is their sense of smell, then the character will describe the atmosphere at certain points in the story by what they pick up in scent.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the text-only mechanics for enhancing imagination, suggesting that graphical elements could detract from the experience. However, there is a recognition of limitations within these mechanics that may affect overall gameplay.
“From what I think, the setting is perfect for this text-only mechanics because anything graphical would have destroyed the imagination that you have in your head.”
“I think this is the case due to the one big limitation of the mechanics.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is perceived as a superficial approach to addressing serious themes, using funny animals as a vehicle for a narrative that touches on racism, which some players find to be a simplistic and unoriginal tactic.
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers feel that the character development in the game lacks depth and potential, with a desire for more lore and exploration of social and species inequality to enhance the narrative experience.
“The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character's unique backstory and motivations.”
“I love how the game explores the growth of characters over time, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
“The depth of character development adds layers to the narrative, making every decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
“There could have been more potential here, more lore, more character development, and more commentary on social and species inequality in the world, to name a few that come to mind.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the game's minimalist approach to music, suggesting that it effectively allows players' imaginations to fill in the gaps, enhancing the overall experience without the need for additional auditory elements.
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The music is so immersive that it draws you deeper into the game's world.”
“Each track is thoughtfully composed, making every moment feel unique and engaging.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
“The audio quality is poor, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for feeling exploitative, with some users perceiving it as a cash grab compared to other titles in the genre.
“This game feels a bit cash grabby compared to the others, unfortunately.”
“The monetization strategy is overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
“I feel like I'm being pushed to spend money at every turn, which ruins the enjoyment.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, noting that the bittersweet ending evokes a sense of reflection on their choices without feeling overly punitive. This encourages curiosity about their decisions and enhances the overall emotional engagement with the narrative.
“I experienced a bittersweet ending that didn't punish me too harshly for my bad choices, yet still made me feel like I could have done better, leaving me curious about where I went wrong.”
“The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making their struggles feel personal and relatable.”
“I was moved to tears by the story's conclusion; it beautifully captured the complexities of love and loss.”