If you've ever thought that the protagonist of your favorite RPG needs a serious talking to for all the chaos and destruction they cause, then boy do I have a game for you. "Moon: Remix RPG Adventure" isn’t just a game; it’s like an existential crisis with pixel art. Here, you step into the floppy shoes of a boy in a fantastical world who must pick up the pieces left behind by the heroic 'hero' (who should probably be sent to a therapist) to heal the emotional wounds left in the wake of his destructive journey. Bather up, because we’re going to dig into some retro RPG therapy.
Gameplay in Moon can be best described as if someone took a traditional RPG, gave it a twist of lemon and made it sip Brewski in a café. Time runs in real life, so yes, your in-game days keep pace with your weekend binging of reality shows. Each day has a purpose, and there's even a ‘day-off’ equivalent – apparently the characters live better lives than most of us do. You, as the Boy, increase your 'Love Level' (yes, this is real and not just an awkward cheer-up line) by figuring out the secret wishes of the locals and granting them. It's like an RPG version of social media, where instead of likes, you collect ‘moon souls’ by making people happy. Because every soul has a wish, and guess what? Not all of them are obvious. Talk about an emotional rollercoaster that throws curveballs at you like an underhand softball to the face.
Graphically, Moon is a delightful nod to the 16-bit era, with charming sprites that make you feel like you're back in middle school, poring over game guides and arguing with friends about the best strategy. The colors are pastel and calming, like an ice cream truck just rolled by, and each environment bursts with personality. It’s not going to make your PS5 sweat, but it does deliver on the nostalgic feels and reminds you that sometimes all you need is some good old-fashioned 2D to evoke a sense of wonder. Honestly, it's like walking into a vintage arcade, only you're not selling your soul for a few extra credits.
To wrap this whole adventure up, Moon: Remix RPG Adventure isn’t your typical RPG fare; it’s a heartwarming romp through a land where every life has worth, and every wish deserves fulfillment. It’s about building up rather than tearing down (thank you, juvenile RPG hero). If you fancy a game that encourages kindness over chaos and still gives you that nostalgic retro experience, this title might just be the moonlit fairy tale you’ve been waiting for. Plus, you get to play a game about a game. It’s like inception, but with love levels instead of dream levels. If only my real life worked this way…