MO:Astray

game is surprisingly amazing, although chapter 3 is a bit of a slog but after that the story and gameplay ramps up quite a bit, in some sections the story is kinda messed up

Tiny life survives Darkness bends through strange new bonds Hope escapes the void

Very cute game, constantly reminds me of my favourite game rainworld, 8.5/10

I'll start this review by saying; in terms of value and price, this is a fair deal; the mechanics, artstyle and music is worth alone at this price point and at a sale it's absolutely a good deal and I'd give it a neutral rating if it was an option. However judging it solely as an experience at it's bare bones (without the otherwise beautiful presentation); I cannot really recommend this game. By the end I actually hated how much this game shot itself in the foot and how much of a drag and flawed it felt, after how solid those first few hours and foundations were. To set some confusion apart, this is mainly a platformer; the 'action', and 'metroidvania' labels and the trailers are not really accurate. The game is much more focused on movement, aside from it's bossfights; and it's absolutely a linear experience with only a very few movement-ability unlocks or secrets. This is actually not a bad thing; the platforming is actually the best part of the whole deal and it being linear benefits it; but I think many people might get the bad idea of what this game actually offers. The platforming is really solid and fun; it keeps building on a solid foundation every chapter and it doesn'…

Moe astray I originally purchased this for $5 when it was on sale and I left it open on my computer a lot and never really played it but I sat down restarted it and I thoroughly enjoyed this game The overall environment of the game is uniquely designed for being on an alien planet and just the color scheme with every single level is absolutely astonishing The main character MO and his gimmick is also very interesting and I've never played another title that allows you to read the creature's minds and I think that's very interesting although I wish they would have done more with it then just give the final thoughts of the person and or creature I think this game is absolutely worth the $15 and it is a solid 7 out of 10 in my book only for the ending I personally did not like the Evangelion Style last fight because what initially allured me to the game and playing it as a whole was the alien Dead Space Vibes with all the zombies like Monsters and Aliens

What a pleasant surprise this game has been! Honestly, I was drawn to it because of its aesthetics, and I was hoping it would be a fun platformer. It has indeed exceeded my expectations. The artwork is wonderful. Even though it’s pixel-based, it’s incredibly detailed and skilfully crafted, creating a very vivid world despite the circumstances. MO is incredibly cute, although I admit that, when it attaches to a creature’s head, it looks a bit disturbing for some reason. The start of the story is interesting enough to keep you engaged and it forces you to continue playing. The story is delivered in an unusual way: it is up to you to collect the necessary pieces and put them together. While the game leaves a few questions unanswered, this is a welcome choice that leaves room for imagination. A special mention goes to the soundtrack. It is fantastic and does an excellent job of creating a great atmosphere, charming or mysterious at times, and quite emotional by the end. The mechanics are quite unique for a platforming game and I definitely needed some time to adjust. As the game progresses, MO unlocks a few abilities that add to the fun. In addition to the platforming challenges, t…