Momodora: Moonlit Farewell

Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won't astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash.

This isn’t a game that necessarily attempts to do anything new in what is undoubtedly a crowded genre, but everything it does, it does very well. It’s a slick experience with gorgeous visuals, engaging combat, and challenging, yet fair boss encounters. The soundtrack has also been noticeably improved over the previous game, making this a must-play for fans of the series and, indeed, Metroidvanias in general.

Momodora: Moonlit Farewell is a wonderful conclusion to a beloved series, combining polished gameplay, a captivating world, and a touching story. It stays true to its Metroidvania roots while introducing new elements that add depth to the experience. Despite some minor flaws, the quality of the combat, charming visual design, and soothing music make it an unforgettable experience. It's a poignant farewell for fans of the series and a warm welcome for newcomers.

At a price of R$52.49 and for everything presented in this review, it is clear that Momodora: Moonlit Farewell is worth buying. It is a very competent and concise game. And its greatest quality is that it understands the phrase “You either die a hero… Or you live long enough to become a villain”. This is because the experience lasts exactly as long as it needs to last, with inventive resources that keep the player entertained from start to finish, whether through the story, the action-platform gameplay, the metroidvania-style exploration or the art, which includes visuals, soundtrack and everything else. And it is also made by a Brazilian and is 100% in Portuguese.

Although unpretentious and somewhat lacking in content, Momodora: Moonlit Farewell is a very balanced and satisfying game. The animation and quality of the sprites elevate the game to another level, well above the others of the same series. In addition to being a feast for the eyes, it is also very entertaining in its short duration.

Momodora: Moonlit Farewell is very honest in what it sets out to do. It's a beautiful, fun game, very straight to the point and that pays homage to the other titles in the franchise. It doesn't introduce any innovations to the genre. And, to be honest, it doesn't even need to (and they never promised to). What we see in the game, we've already seen in other titles. But, it's all very well done.

Momodora: Moonlit Farewell is a very satisfying experience. It does not drag on too long, nor does it wrap up too quickly. The combat feels uniquely presented and flows well. With tons of enemy and boss variety, alongside the beautiful locales and fleshed-out characters that accompany Momo throughout. Momodora: Moonlit Farewell is very worth your time and money. I am already excited about playing through it again to see how much faster I can get through it. I very rarely feel attracted to replaying anything, but this game's journey is worth seeing through multiple times, and I can guarantee you will feel the same.

Momodora: Moonlit Farewell is a game that I can best describe as short, but powerful. It is a culmination and by far the best in the series. The game does not do much unique. It is a metroidvania pur sang. The world is well put together, the pixel art looks fantastic and the boss fights are a true spectacle. The upgrades are not really original and you will have completely forgotten the soundtrack after playing. There are better games in the genre, but if you like the genre this is not a bad addition to your collection.

Momodora: Moonlit Farewell sends the series off with a well-deserved celebration of everything that makes the franchise great. It doesn’t reinvent the action-adventure formula, but it delivers a highly polished and heartfelt experience that showcases the developer’s years of growth and refinement. For longtime fans, it’s a fitting farewell. For newcomers, it’s an excellent starting point that may just inspire you to go back and explore the rest of the series. Either way, Moonlit Farewell is a fantastic adventure, one crafted with passion, precision, and a deep love for the genre.

Moonlit Farewell was a game I was eager to get back to every time I had to stop playing. I couldn’t wait to find the next secret, or boss, and figure out what else lay ahead on the adventure. I’m really sad that’s it no longer an ongoing series. Hopefully, Bombservice use everything they learned while making the Momodora games and apply that to a new Metroidvania series. The team clearly have a great understanding of how to build an interesting, interconnected world that feels fun to explore, and contains exciting combat. The only things I’d really want improved are the difficulty and a few more reasons to backtrack through the world. Momodora: Moonlit Farewell receives a Thumb Culture Gold Award.