Metroidvania fans are eating well year after year. Momodora: Moonlit Farewell takes place five years after the events of Momodora III. A demon invasion threatens the village of Koho, and Momo Reinol sets out to find the ominous bellringer responsible for summoning the demons attempting to corrupt the Sacred Tree of Lun. This might be Bombservice’s best game yet, after releasing more than five titles. Despite its relatively short runtime of around six hours, the game offers a high level of replayability thanks to its creative platforming design and memorable boss battles.
One of the game’s biggest highlights is its focus on character building. Cereza is a wholesome companion, whether you’re resting or learning more about her story. Each character’s lore is fleshed out thoroughly, ensuring players don’t miss important details.
Character movement feels smooth and intuitive, making it easy to pick up. Momodora equips players with her iconic maple leaf, which purifies any demon she encounters. The weapon has a standard combo that ends with a small projectile. On top of that, Momo’s bow adds flair to combat, allowing players to string together powerful combos. The gameplay is fast-paced and intense, demanding quick reflexes to dodge while dishing out heavy damage in both melee and ranged combat. The Sigil system ties it all together, giving players the ability to customize their playstyle based on the upgrades they equip.
The game’s gorgeous pixel art and animation shine from the very beginning. From Momo herself to the bosses, everything feels polished and grounded. Each biome is carefully crafted with attention to detail, making it easy to distinguish every stage. This results in superb level design filled with creative challenges, hidden collectibles, and upgrades. Players can collect items such as Lumen Berries to increase maximum mana, Dotted Berries to boost health, and Heavenly Lilies to enhance attack power—a true homage to classic Metroidvania design.
Overall, Momodora: Moonlit Farewell is a joy to play. Its shorter length encourages replayability, with boss rush mode and collectible hunting adding plenty of content beyond the main story. The rich cast of characters that accompany Momo make the journey feel warm and rewarding.
Momodora: Moonlit Farewell is developed by Bombservice and published by Playism.
