MOONY:Black_Lotus

Moony:Black_Lotus is described as an “atmospheric adventure.” The art and music are exceptional, and it begins as a dark (as in the absence of light) world to explore. The first segment of gameplay is in a house and, although you are not being chased, it has the feel of Little Nightmares as you guide a small character through a big world. This soon changes to a trip through a complex factory with many moving (and dangerous) parts. And this is where Moony began to unravel for me. Getting through a production line without getting flattened does not appear to be in my future! What the Steam store page does not clearly communicate is that this is a side-scrolling platform game along the lines of Inside or Limbo. It requires a certain level of skill and timing that I lack. I played Inside to the end and was proud of myself. My hubris was short-lived, as Limbo broke me completely and I never could finish it. In terms of the platforming required to progress the Moony story, it leans towards Limbo. The good news is that the game regularly saves to a single slot. When you die (which you are likely to do often), you will respawn at the last save point which is usually not more than a few moves back. The sad part is that Moony looks like a very cool game with varied environments, interesting puzzles, and a beautiful soundtrack. I am too early in the story to have a strong sense of the narrative. Thus far, my focus has been to gain two new abilities and survive. To summarize, I have barely scratched the surface of this game but have a favorable impression. If my skills were more finely honed, I believe that I would seriously enjoy moving forward (or sideways) and seeing where Moony ends up. Alas, that is not to be. I recommend this game to those who are confident with precise timing and side-scrolling mechanics. If you are a gamer who enjoys titles like Limbo, then Moony:Black_Lotus may be just right for you. If you are looking for a game that is an “atmospheric adventure” with more focus on exploration and less on survival, then you may want to check out other titles. [quote][url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/32732116-IndieGems/]Follow [b]IndieGems[/b] if you enjoyed this review and want to see more like it.[/url][/quote]

Started playing this game and I really like it! It has a gorgeous soundtrack, which really adds to the atmosphere of this game - feels really unique. The story is interesting, told through visual storytelling and the stunning music, which I really like - no need to overexplain things through endless walls of text or monologues. I feel like you can discover a lot in this game, but I only started playing it, so I am excited for what comes next. I definitely recommend this game!

I really love the art style and the way how the story is told. Took me some runs to fully grasp the lore. The orchestral music builds atmosphere perfectly, and the music easter egg in the main menu really catchet me off guard xD A surprisingly well performant game for it being in UE5 with no noticeable bugs. A really great experience from such a small team. Looking forward to what’s next!

Just started playing and I’m already hooked. The atmosphere is incredible, the puzzles feel clever, and the music is fantastic. I just hope the game is long enough. For a still unknown studio, this is really well done! Haven’t even encountered a single bug yet, which is almost unusual these days :(

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A really nice and interesting game. Quite a unique approach to storytelling with great atmosphere. Amazing OST recorded with an actual live orchestra :O One of the best indie games I've played this year. Would definitely recommend!

The game has something to offer every side-scroller fan. The story feels very well thought out, giving you the constant impression that you might have missed a detail and with each new discovery, you gain a different perspective on the narrative. The game features plenty of puzzles that strike a perfect balance: not too hard, but not too easy either. The live orchestral music immerses you in the world and is perfectly chosen for every scene. You can complete the story in about 3 to 4 hours at a relaxed pace, but thanks to the built-in narrative elements, it takes multiple playthroughs to fully grasp the story and that’s what makes it so captivating. An absolute recommendation for anyone who enjoys unwinding in the evening with a side-scrolling adventure on PC.

Very great game. One of the best indie games I've played this year. Also the soundtrack is insanely well produced, since it seems like it was played by an actual orchestra. Very good game all in all, would definitely recommend!!

Stunning visual design, breathtaking orchestra-scenes and a gorgeous storyline, by far the best of it's genre! The riddles are fun, and you can really feel the dev's hard work in every little detail. Love it!!!

I absolutely love this game – not just a little, but with all my heart! It’s a journey through beautifully crafted details, atmospheric levels, plenty of variety, clever puzzles, and – best of all – a story you get to discover for yourself. Of course, my opinion isn’t entirely unbiased: I had the huge honor of co-writing the soundtrack for Moony: Black Lotus, which gave me a deep look into the last one and a half years of development – though I wasn’t involved in the actual game design itself. Now, just before release, our soundtrack team got to play the finished game for the very first time. And honestly – thank you so much, Phil and Kai, for creating this. It holds so many beautiful moments, so much magic and mystery waiting to be uncovered. To me, Moony: Black Lotus is not just a game – it’s a piece of art, and a personal reminder of all the wonderful memories along the way. I truly hope many more players will dive into this world, gather the clues and symbols, interpret them, and craft their own story from it.