Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley Reviews

Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is ranked in the 86th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Mar 11, 2024

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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9.5 / 10.0
Mar 5, 2024

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 worth every moment.

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9.5 / 10.0
Mar 15, 2024

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 charm and warmth of the Moomin series. Even with the occasional setbacks related to poor performance on the Switch, the adventure is enjoyable and accessible to all ages.

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9 / 10
Mar 5, 2024

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 in a careful and constructive way. It is definitely worth playing.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 5, 2024

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 to make sure this game is accessible to everyone. Its beautiful art style and equally mesmerising soundtrack will keep you hooked from start to finish — we just wish there was more to enjoy.

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4.5 / 5.0
Mar 5, 2024

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 with the cozy game genre. While there are a few minor visual issues on Switch, this is still an absolutely charming and relaxing adventure with a good message for generations to come.

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Mar 9, 2024

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

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8.5 / 10.0
Mar 7, 2024

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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85 / 100
Mar 25, 2024

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 Tove Jansson and the messages of friendship and respect in the story of Moominvalley.

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8.5 / 10.0
Mar 7, 2024

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 about five hours total, the game is an easy treat to fall into and garnish a healthy amount of positivity from. It isn’t for everyone but younger gamers will enjoy the experience.

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8.5 / 10.0
Mar 5, 2024

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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85 / 100
Mar 10, 2024

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 capacity to do so. Anyone who enjoys cozy games will fall head over heels for Snufkin Melody of Moominvalley. This is the best Moomin game we've gotten so far, and we hope to see more like it in the future.

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4 / 5
Mar 5, 2024

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

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8 / 10.0
Mar 22, 2024

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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8 / 10
Mar 11, 2024

Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley opens with a goodbye. As an outsider, Snufkin doesn'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 of hope that grows throughout the game, and kicks off a quest to restore everything to its rightful place. Accomplished gameplay design and magical sounds and visuals make the whole adventure a delight.

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8 / 10.0
Mar 6, 2024

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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8 / 10.0
Mar 5, 2024

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 first video game that we play together, if only for more of the Moominkin world to explore. I came for the cozy game, but left with new parental gaming goals.

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Mar 5, 2024

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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8 / 10.0
Mar 8, 2024
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4 / 5.0
Mar 8, 2024

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 like Snufkin.

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