The Missing: JJ Macfield and the Island of Memories

 PC
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Eurogamer
    Oct 22, 2018
    Swery's brand of wonky mechanics underlined with impeccable writing and atmospherics proves just as effective in the 2D platformer field. [Eurogamer Recommended]

Awards & Rankings

80
#80 Best PC Game of 2018

User Reviews

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User Score
6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 27 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 27
  3. Negative: 8 out of 27
  1. Altun
    Oct 13, 2018
    10
    This game is fantastic. From the art direction to the story I am in love with it. The music is also spot on.
  2. bassman2112
    Nov 10, 2018
    10
    The Missing is a must-play game with intense emotional resonance. Its story and characters are executed extremely well, and I would say thatThe Missing is a must-play game with intense emotional resonance. Its story and characters are executed extremely well, and I would say that the message is one of the strongest I've seen in a game in years.

    This game is very "Swery," which goes for better and for worse - the controls are kind of bad, the production values aren't always great, and the puzzles can feel clunky; but don't let that hold you back. It is 1000% worth experiencing.    … Full Review »
  3. teleute
    Oct 29, 2018
    9
    The only game that has ever made me ugly cry. No surprise for a SWERTY game, the story is the highlight and I highly suggest avoidingThe only game that has ever made me ugly cry. No surprise for a SWERTY game, the story is the highlight and I highly suggest avoiding spoilers. The gameplay is also unique and perfectly intertwined with the narrative. The story literally would not be the same without the rather gruesome self harm mechanics. I know this won't be everyone's cup of tea but it's easily my game of the year.… Full Review »
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