Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley

Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley

March 7, 2024

AdventureStrategy Nintendo SwitchPC

Join Snufkin in this story-rich musical adventure about restoring harmony and balance to Moominvalley! Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is a story-rich musical adventure game about Snufkin restoring the valley and helping the quirky and memorable characters and critters who call it home. A series of hideous parks have cropped up …

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Achi Ikeda Nintendojo Mar 2024
83.0 /100

Graphics

72.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

84.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moomin Valley is a fresh take on the work of Tove Jansson while still being faithful to the series and its characters. The developers love for Jansson’s creations is apparent throughout the game and this is the …"

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Alexandre Galvão GameBlast Mar 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

80.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is a solid choice for those looking for a relaxing and enchanting experience, although its simplicity may not appeal to all players. Its nostalgic charm and comforting atmosphere make it a welcome addition to the game …"

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Alex Kidman Digitally Downloaded Mar 2024
100.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

95.0

"It’s a delightful experience that shows the value of proper narrative scripting in games, building on the Moomin world rather than just using it as a prop for yet another tired tie-in genre game."

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Alex Orona NintendoWorldReport Mar 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

76.0

Story

84.0

"I discovered a whole world of stories I will now be reading to my young child. So long Frog and Toad! In a world where the Bluey game was a disappointment, I think this may be my child&s;s first video …"

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Andres Aviles NoobFeed Mar 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

73.0

Story

82.0

"An inspiring and heartfelt tale for children and adults alike, Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley serves as a much-needed reminder to let go of the baggage we carry, reconnect with nature, and try to learn to be a little bit more …"

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Aran Suddi TheSixthAxis Mar 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

72.0

Gameplay

84.0

Story

86.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is a delightful game, which will please long time Moomin fans, and could introduce the characters to a new audience and generation. The game is wholesome, one for all ages, and addresses the issue of environmentalism …"

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Azfar Rayan NoobFeed Mar 2024
85.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

86.0

Story

78.0

"Snufkin Melody of Moominvalley is just the right amount of whimsical and charming, and the watercolor illustrations give it the perfect vibe. The game may have benefited from a little extra length, but I suppose Hyper Games was within the …"

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Becky O&s;Brien Cinelinx Mar 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

65.0

"Gamers of all ages will enjoy exploring the valley and setting nature free from the dastardly park ranger."

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Christian Donlan Eurogamer Mar 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

85.0

"Fight, albeit gently, for nature in this playful exploration game."

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Daniel Waite Movies Games and Tech Mar 2024
85.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

90.0

"If you adore the Moomins, you must play Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley! This incredibly touching experience will make you smile throughout. Moreover, its ability to stay faithful to the original protagonists and their characteristics was impressive. If you then consider …"

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Gareth von Kallenbach Skewed &a; Reviewed Mar 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

86.0

Story

72.0

"While the challenge may not be enough for seasoned gamers; the charming world and characters are engaging and keep you coming back."

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Jamie Sharp Destructoid Mar 2024
80.0 /100

"A calm, cozy experience you can really immerse yourself in for a few hours while shutting out the world and enjoying somewhere somewhat strange yet utterly comforting."

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Jordan Biordi CGMagazine Mar 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

70.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is a sweet, charming and uniquely interesting puzzle game that perfectly captures the heart and spirit of the Moomin series."

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Josh Speer Hey Poor Player Mar 2024
90.0 /100

"I didn’t know what to expect when I decided to review Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley. Least of all, did I expect that it would make me a fan of the works of Tove Jansson and help me fall in love …"

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Juliana Paiva Zapparoli Nintendo Blast Mar 2024
95.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

95.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is a beautiful game designed to convey an important message about friendship and, above all, environmental preservation and eco-sustainability. To achieve this, Raw Fury sought inspiration from the charismatic work of Tove Jansson, emulating all the …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Mar 2024
80.0 /100

"A thoroughly pleasant and approachable musical puzzling adventure while it lasts"

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Kim Snaith GameSpew Mar 2024
90.0 /100

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is the kind of gorgeous, wonderful indie gem that leaves you with a huge smile on your face. Whether you’re familiar with the Moomins or not doesn’t matter one jot here as care has been taken …"

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Lee Mehr VGChartz Mar 2024
50.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

40.0

"Melody of Moominvalley is a fitting subtitle to highlight Hyper Games&s; most ironic misstep: forgetting that everyone grows bored of hearing the same song on repeat."

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Lewis Packwood Guardian Mar 2024
60.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

80.0

"Eerie and uplifting, the first Moomins video game for over a decade sends anti-authoritarian Snufkin on a mission to restore the nature of Moominvalley"

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Lucy Jaramillo COGconnected Mar 2024
85.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

84.0

"Snufkin Memories of Moominvalley is a wholesome adventure with a clear message of environmental protection. It gives us a fresh take on the tale of human greed as a disruptor of nature. A truly stunning homage to the work of …"

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Lyle Carr God is a Geek Mar 2024
85.0 /100

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley completely surprised me, and thanks to its gorgeous world and varied activities is a top notch cozy game."

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Martin Heath GameGrin Mar 2024
95.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

95.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is a beautiful and laid-back game with fun mechanics, charming dialogue, and a fitting story. While not long, it&s;s worth every moment."

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Mary Billington Video Chums Mar 2024
81.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

73.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is an adorable feast for the eyes and food for the soul that will make you laugh from beginning to end. Hopefully, it has set the stage for a more substantial sequel in the future. 🌷"

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Nathaniel Stevens Digital Chumps Mar 2024
85.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

80.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley from developer Hyper Games is an adorable adventure led by a driven main character who is trying to protect his friend while keeping the environment around him free from nefarious control. While the gameplay only lasts …"

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Olivia Davies GamingTrend Mar 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

90.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is a short yet refreshing adventure game whose whimsical world and cast of characters make for a cozy evening gaming session. While the gameplay is simplistic and doesn&s;t leave much room for deep thought, its strength …"

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Paula Moore LadiesGamers.com Mar 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

80.0

"Overall, Snufkin Melody of Moominvalley offers a delightful and immersive journey tailor-made for fans of Moomin and anyone in search of a distinct gaming adventure. Although I did encounter a bug that halted my progress, it doesn’t overshadow the charm …"

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Petri Leskinen KonsoliFIN Mar 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

90.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley respects the source material wonderfully, but as a video game it has to remember the limits set by the age limit. Now the end result offers admirable things to do with both in mind, but I …"

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Rebecca Phillips TheGamer Mar 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

70.0

"By the time I had located and freed Moomintroll, though, I had fallen in love with this version of Moominvalley, and only wished for a little more to explore, especially now that Moomintroll was free and by Snufkin’s side. Snufkin: …"

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Roland Ingram Nintendo Life Mar 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

85.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley opens with a goodbye. As an outsider, Snufkin doesn&s;t hibernate with the Moomins and must wander lonelily through the ice. The prospect of a reunion in the spring sets up a bittersweet mood, sews a seed …"

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Stephanie Liu Siliconera Mar 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

80.0

"Join Snufkin in this musical adventure about restoring harmony and balance to Moominvalley, protecting it from the industrious Park Keeper. Nintendo Switch version reviewed. Switch version reviewed. Review copy provided by company for testing purposes. Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is …"

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Tanushri Shah TechRaptor Mar 2024
85.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

90.0

"Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is a cozy game that brings something new to the table, but leaves you wanting more once the journey ends. (Review Policy)"

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Veeti Kainulainen Fintendo Mar 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

80.0

""Friendly, yet rebellious signs.""

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