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What happened on the Moon?

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58%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics
77% User Score Based on 26 reviews

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What happened on the Moon? is a single player role playing game with horror, mystery and science fiction themes. It was developed by copperwaif and was released on March 4, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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77%Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews
story6 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • Engaging and gripping story with atmospheric pixel art and sound design.
  • Smooth gameplay mechanics overall with simple but well-executed controls.
  • Short, charming experience that leaves players excited for a potential sequel.
  • Gameplay can be tedious and frustrating due to repetitive driving and obstacle management.
  • Physics and vehicle controls are sometimes janky, leading to difficult terrain traversal and awkward object handling.
  • The game ends abruptly with a 'To Be Continued' without clear communication that it is a demo or incomplete experience.

  • story

    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions

    The story is generally described as engaging, gripping, and full of potential, with some praising its mystery and anticipation for future installments. However, several users feel the narrative is cut short or overshadowed by repetitive gameplay elements, suggesting it might have been better suited as a visual novel or a demo. Overall, the story captivates players but could benefit from more forward momentum and a more polished integration with gameplay.

    • “Lovely little game, pixel art is awesome, sound effects fit the environment, gameplay is smooth and the story is engaging.”
    • “Gripping story, excited to see where this goes next!”
    • “Good story and post credits scene, excited for a sequel”
    • “The story gets cut off pretty quick with a 'to be continued'; I think they should have released it as a demo instead of a full game.”
    • “The game could have been better done as a visual novel; I can only give a lukewarm recommendation for this updated version in the hope that the story continues in a later update or another game.”
    • “You're told to shuttle between various locations along the moon's surface, and it's common to reach a checkpoint only to have your next mission send you back to where you came from, then return to that checkpoint again afterwards.”

  • gameplay

    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    44% positive mentions, 23% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The gameplay is simple and smooth, with some neat mechanics, but opinions vary widely—while some find it engaging and well-executed, others feel it becomes repetitive and lacks depth, making it less compelling compared to the story and visuals.

    • “Lovely little game, pixel art is awesome, sound effects fit the environment, gameplay is smooth and the story is engaging.”
    • “It is a neat little idea that can be completed in under 30 minutes, with some simple mechanics nicely executed!”
    • “The gameplay was great for me.”
    • “Game's story has potential but the gameplay is such a chore, not interesting enough to keep me playing, unfortunately.”
    • “Neat idea, poor execution of gameplay mechanics leaves far too many gaps in quality to recommend for the elements that do work.”
    • “The solar panel and arm mechanics are just annoyances.”

  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its strong, stylized sci-fi horror aesthetic, creating an immersive and engaging environment. However, some feel the controls clash with this mood, feeling outdated and frustrating compared to the atmospheric design.

    • “Really atmospheric and stylised game.”

  • grinding

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Grinding involves repetitive tasks like gaining momentum and juggling rocks to progress across the map, which some find tedious, especially toward the end, though it remains enjoyable overall.

    • “Obstacles are tedious and require gaining momentum, juggling rocks, and going to the next point on the map.”
    • “It can get a little tedious near the end but I still enjoyed it.”

  • graphics

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users find the graphics particularly appealing, especially in the early parts of the game, often rating them higher than the gameplay itself. The visual presentation enhances the storytelling and overall experience.

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What happened on the Moon? is a role playing game with horror, mystery and science fiction themes. Common tags for What happened on the Moon? include indie, linear, aliens, exploration, pixel graphics and others.

What happened on the Moon? is available on PC, Web Browser and Windows.

What happened on the Moon? was released on March 4, 2025.

What happened on the Moon? was developed by copperwaif.

What happened on the Moon? has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked What happened on the Moon? for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

What happened on the Moon? is a single player game.

Similar games include Lifeless Planet, Shutter, Paradise Lost, Flicker of Hope, Deliver Us The Moon and others.