Moon
August 27, 2020
In 1997, the now legendary anti-RPG “moon” launched in Japan. Now, under the watchful eye of its original creators, it&s;s finally in English! Have you ever felt it odd that the heroes of RPGs go around opening villagers&s; closets and stealing from them? Or that they travel the world indiscriminately …
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"Playing Moon: Remix RPG Adventure nowadays cemented my notion that some games are truly timeless and it&s;s quite funny, too."
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85.0
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75.0
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85.0
"Moon may look dated and its mechanics and puzzles can be obtuse as hell compared to what you might expect in 2020. Stick with it however and it&s;s one of the most charming and unusual RPGs you can play that&s;s …"
Read original review"Every time Moon would lose me with its constant waiting around or head-scratching puzzle solutions, it would win me back with its humor, characters, writing, and music. This is a game that exudes joy, and while I wasn&s;t always having …"
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85.0
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90.0
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70.0
"I think calling moon a “parody” of the RPG genre is both slightly fitting yet doesn’t give it enough credit. It’s rather impressive that a smaller budget game released over 20 years ago has aged as well as it has. …"
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70.0
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85.0
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90.0
"Moon&s;s commentary on the nature of its hero, expressed not only through its narrative but also its entire suite of mechanics, is its toolbox for deconstructing the template of the JRPG. Learning it&s;s a long-lost game from 1997, operating with …"
Read original review"Though ambitious in intent, moon struggles to be engaging or enjoyable in a way that feels relevant today, which is why it is best appreciated as a forgotten relic."
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30.0
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45.0
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20.0
"Moon: Remix RPG Adventure is an extremely esoteric game that won’t be for everyone. Despite its quirkiness and unconventional design, it flawlessly execute’s the designer’s intentions. Everything is seemingly very deliberate and confident in its design. It may not be …"
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70.0
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85.0
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75.0
"Although it sometimes pushes the boundaries of adventurous puzzle solving too far, venturing into occasionally absurd degrees of vagueness, moon has generally stood the test of time, managing to still provide an inspired and novel romp through a perplexing world …"
Read original review"Moon&s;s surreal world, fascinating characters, and subversive story make for a cult classic well worth thoroughly exploring on Switch."
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70.0
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65.0
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80.0
"Through and through, Moon is the anti-RPG. It&s;s a satirical stab at the RPG genre. While it could have been better with a more updated look, I still find this game innovative and fresh even by today&s;s standards. It&s;s cute …"
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70.0
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55.0
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80.0
"There are times I loved Moon. I really enjoyed training Tao and adore my Gramby. I liked talking to and reviving flowers. There were also times when I felt completely lost and flummoxed, wondering what it is I was supposed …"
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55.0
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65.0
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80.0
"Recommendations for the game come with caveats, but if nothing else it’s worthwhile checking out to see how it influenced later beloved titles such as Undertale. Moon serves as a great reflection upon the genre and is ideal for those …"
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78.0
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82.0
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84.0
"It&s;s been a long wait for western audiences to get their hands on [i]Moon[i/] and for the most part, it&s;s been a wait worth taking. The initial hours are certainly going to put off gamers looking for a normal RPG …"
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65.0
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68.0
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72.0
"Whether or not Moon is for you ultimately depends upon your tolerance level for aspects of late &s;90s game design and your overall interest in the RPG genre. As a standalone product, Moon has plenty of amusing commentary about RPGs, …"
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78.0
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82.0
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86.0
"I enjoyed the remixed take on the traditional RPG and the meta-commentary it provides. Exploring the world and uncovering its intricacies in the quest for love was enthralling when it wasn&s;t revolving around waiting for something to happen. I love …"
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82.0
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78.0
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86.0
"Only so much can be said without potentially spoiling the story but rest assured, Moon is a one of a kind experience. It’s bizarre humor and captivating world have made this easily one of the most enjoyable gaming experiences released …"
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85.0
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88.0
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92.0
"Despite its simplicity in many ways and its sounding a little confusing or overly wacky, Moon: Remix RPG Adventure is perhaps one of the most unique and interesting games ever made with gameplay and storytelling that have not only aged …"
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75.0
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75.0
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90.0
"A unique game still without peer 20+ years after release, with its only signs of age coming from some obtuseness and lack of modern quality of life features, bit aesthetically it&s;s still pleasing and brimming with ideas and soul."
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