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MIO: Memories in Orbit
Action
Adventure
Indie
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
Keyboard Only Option
Stereo Sound
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

Developers: Douze Dixièmes
Publishers: Focus Entertainment
Release Date: Jan 20, 2026
Price (USD): $15.99
Current Players: 298

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Very Positive(87%)
beautiful art
captivating music
fluid combat
rewarding exploration
unique mechanics
unique approach
challenging gameplay
genre expectations
deviations
initial difficulty
punitive mechanics
lack maps
difficult bosses
currency loss
combat depth
The general sentiment of the reviews leans towards a positive reception of the game's art style, music, and exploration mechanics. However, there are criticisms about punitive mechanics and initial challenges, which some players find off-putting. While some appreciate the unique mechanics that deviate from traditional Metroidvania norms, these are not universally well-received, indicating a split in player preference. Overall, the game is seen as a challenging experience that offers both rewarding exploration and demanding combat, making it best suited for fans of the genre who appreciate a challenge.

Positive Points

  • The game's art style, music, and atmosphere consistently receive praise for being beautiful, captivating, and immersive.
  • Exploration is rewarding and engages players with fun locations and hidden areas.
  • The game offers fluid and fun combat alongside enjoyable traversal mechanics.
  • Players appreciate the unique approach to Metroidvania staples, offering distinctive upgrades and mechanics.
  • Assist and accessibility options are well-received for making the game more inclusive.

    • Negative Points

  • Several players express frustration with the lack of traditional QoL features such as manual save points and readily available maps.
  • The game is criticized for its punitive mechanics such as currency loss on death and no mid-combat healing.
  • The initial difficulty and long boss runbacks are seen as off-putting to some players.
  • Combat, while praised by some, is critiqued for not evolving much beyond the basic mechanics.
  • Some players feel the story lacks depth or becomes irrelevant after initial interactions.

    • Mixed Points

  • While some players enjoy the game's unique mechanics and deviations from standard genre expectations, others find these changes frustrating or unnecessary.
  • The game's difficulty and design choices are seen as both challenging and rewarding by some, while others see them as overly punishing.
  • The comparative nature of reviews draws mixed responses, with some appreciating its distinct identity separate from acclaimed titles like Hollow Knight, while others see this divergence as negative.

    • Common Themes

  • Many reviews compare the game to other popular Metroidvania titles like Hollow Knight and Ori, both positively and negatively.
  • The art style and music are universally highlighted as standout features that contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
  • There are frequent mentions of the challenging nature of gameplay, which affects player experience both positively through satisfaction and negatively through frustration.
  • Exploration and the interconnectedness of maps are noted by several reviewers as a strong suit of the game.
    • Updated 1/22/2026, 12:01:16 AM UTC
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