To the Moon

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1509 Ratings

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  1. Ceeej510
    Jan 8, 2014
    10
    10 tacky chunders out of 10. carnage game. no strip clubs tho so 0/10 cant go to fattys either. tbh this game is just carnage, jim approves too. IT LOOKS LIKE DERRIK MADE THIS GAME BUT HE DIDNT SO ITS GOOD FATTYS MAN SO EXCITED. beatbox alex and soup bowl head colin
  2. Shyrtex
    Jan 14, 2014
    10
    I really like the story and absolutely love the music. The graphics is a bit lacking, the game runs in a really low resolution, but this game isn't about gameplay or beautiful graphics. Playing this game feels a little like reading a story book with pictures and a little bit of interaction.
  3. Genezi
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Great game. i have spent a lot of time on this title. It has a great story with memorable characters. Good gameplay and best cut scenes with good dialogs.
  4. Andromeda12
    Jan 29, 2014
    10
    When I started playing this, I didn't expect much from it. I though it was going to be a sort of puzzle RPG about some boy's dream of going to them moon. I was so wrong.
    This is one of the best games I have ever played. It's not as much a game as it is an interactive story that will blow you off your feet and cry like a 2 year old. Everything in this work of art is pure perfection: the    When I started playing this, I didn't expect much from it. I though it was going to be a sort of puzzle RPG about some boy's dream of going to them moon. I was so wrong.
    This is one of the best games I have ever played. It's not as much a game as it is an interactive story that will blow you off your feet and cry like a 2 year old. Everything in this work of art is pure perfection: the story, the setting, the characters, the plot twist and above all the soundtrack which make everything come together perfectly.
    If there was a Nobel prize for gaming perfection, this would be the winner. I recommend it to anyone who loves a good story. Don't be discouraged by the 2D graphics or whatever else because this game will surprise in you and keep you glued to the screen up to the very end!
    This games deserves a 50 out of 10!    … Expand
  5. dilshadali
    Feb 1, 2014
    10
    If you want to play a game with good story, this is the game for u. this game will never let u get bored and this game never let you know what will happen next until u finish this game.
  6. WooD
    Feb 21, 2014
    10
    Incredibly touching, emotional and sincere story of life which won't leave you indifferent. An excellent example of how important is attachment the soul into the game. Developers of AAA titles constantly forget about it.
  7. Aone
    Feb 16, 2015
    10
    To the moon is one of my best game.. BGM and story is very good and simple graphics is also good. (before i play this game, i played only good-graphics game.) I anticipate the next game of Freebird Games.
  8. Bartor
    Apr 3, 2014
    10
    I've never played a better indie game than this. The story and the O.S.T. are fantastic.
    If you want a game with a awesome story and really good music you should buy this but if you want more action, you should choose another game!
  9. frozenfeet99
    Jun 3, 2014
    10
    A man with a wish, a broken past, and a girl with a funny name. To The Moon is a 16 bit game with brilliant story telling, a wonderfully amazing and beautiful soundtrack that you have to listen to, characters so deep and relatable. A must play, with its subtle yet amazing references to pop cultures, including Animorphs Dragon Ball Z and Street Fighter in its dialogue. Dr. Neil Watts andA man with a wish, a broken past, and a girl with a funny name. To The Moon is a 16 bit game with brilliant story telling, a wonderfully amazing and beautiful soundtrack that you have to listen to, characters so deep and relatable. A must play, with its subtle yet amazing references to pop cultures, including Animorphs Dragon Ball Z and Street Fighter in its dialogue. Dr. Neil Watts and Dr. Eva Roseline are the perfect odd duo. This game is not one to be missed, and is immensely satisfying.… Expand
  10. BeforeBroadcast
    Dec 29, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In To The Moon you are very much the vessel for a wonderful storyline that may border line on cliché in parts but with the soundtrack setting the backdrop on rather simple yet elegant graphics, I couldn't care less. The story really delivers this powerful story perfectly in my opinion and as a whole it may be one of the most enjoyable games I've ever played purely based on the way it made me feel throughout the entire storyline. If I am looking for more action based games or with more to do this is not a game to play, but if you want a great story above all else this is the game for you. The game delivers many moments of sheer brilliance, my favourite of which may be one that doesn't strike much for many in when Jonny plays his wife the song "For River"... I can't help but give this game the full 10/10 as for me its one of the greatest games I've ever played.… Expand
  11. InfoGuy
    Jul 4, 2015
    10
    This game has one of the best storylines I've played through, and almost every moment of it was an enjoyable experience. The gameplay is straightforward and remains unchanged through much of the game, and the graphics are reminiscent of SNES style pixel graphics. In those two aspects it doesn't outperform other titles. However, there's a sort of charm that comes from pixelated graphics,This game has one of the best storylines I've played through, and almost every moment of it was an enjoyable experience. The gameplay is straightforward and remains unchanged through much of the game, and the graphics are reminiscent of SNES style pixel graphics. In those two aspects it doesn't outperform other titles. However, there's a sort of charm that comes from pixelated graphics, which ties in perfectly with the gut-wrenching storyline.… Expand
  12. manahe
    Nov 29, 2014
    10
    I never actually played the game, but I've seen Markiplier play it. Just before the end I couldn't handle my tears. I want to see a sequence. A true love story.
  13. hw75
    Dec 7, 2014
    10
    I expected something different from this game. Before I bought it I've read that it had a pretty good story. But after playing it I must say, it's really a masterpiece. Deeply emotional, artwork and soundtrack fit perfectly. Not really a classic computergame, more like an interactive visually presented story. Was definitely worth buying.
  14. petshopboys
    Dec 1, 2014
    10
    I played this game three years ago, but still can't forget the sad feelings it gives. Although the game is quite simple, the story and music are awesome!
  15. holland23
    Dec 30, 2014
    10
    My wife isn't a gamer by any means, although she does play NBA 2K from time to time. But as soon as i finished To the Moon, i told her she had to start playing it. It took a lot of convincing but i said it would be good for our relationship - which i totally believe. It's a beautiful story with absolutely incredible messaging. It won't take long to play through so give it a shot. It's moreMy wife isn't a gamer by any means, although she does play NBA 2K from time to time. But as soon as i finished To the Moon, i told her she had to start playing it. It took a lot of convincing but i said it would be good for our relationship - which i totally believe. It's a beautiful story with absolutely incredible messaging. It won't take long to play through so give it a shot. It's more of a visual novel than an actual game so don't expect defeating monsters or challenges.… Expand
  16. quastra
    Feb 1, 2015
    10
    There comes a time in one's life when they wonder how they missed out on such an amazing experience until now, that time comes when you play To The Moon. The work is a VN in an RPG, but irregardless it is art, it is one of the media forms that transcend simply a "game" and in our future it is among those that I want our time to be judged by.
  17. idanidan123
    Apr 4, 2015
    10
    OMG What a fantastic game !
    Beautiful story, simple yet gorgeous design, tremendous characters and most of all- WHAT A GREAT EMOTIONAL ENDING !
    No flaws for this masterpiece !
  18. whitecrystall
    Oct 13, 2015
    10
    There has been a lot of sad games and movies however nothing has really affected me.
    This game however! the story is the most amazing thing i have ever seen in a game and its really thought out
    Sometime you see something and don't think much of it then later in the story it returns and you suddenly just GET IT! Its just so sad when you see the fate of something before its start. Every    There has been a lot of sad games and movies however nothing has really affected me.
    This game however! the story is the most amazing thing i have ever seen in a game and its really thought out
    Sometime you see something and don't think much of it then later in the story it returns and you suddenly just GET IT! Its just so sad when you see the fate of something before its start.
    Every time i hear the song For River i cry... Just play the game and don't look up anything before just go and play it.    … Expand
  19. Basquilly
    Mar 14, 2016
    10
    One of the most beautiful pieces of art I've ever experienced. Is it a game? Who cares? Boasting one of the finest soundtracks in gaming history, and a gripping story to complement it, this game is an experience you'd be foolish to pass up. Before playing this game I had a firm opposition to the pixel-art style, and to games lacking in any true gameplay. After playing this game I am happyOne of the most beautiful pieces of art I've ever experienced. Is it a game? Who cares? Boasting one of the finest soundtracks in gaming history, and a gripping story to complement it, this game is an experience you'd be foolish to pass up. Before playing this game I had a firm opposition to the pixel-art style, and to games lacking in any true gameplay. After playing this game I am happy to acknowledge how wrong I was.… Expand
  20. Artick
    May 7, 2015
    10
    [Spanish Review]

    Excelente juego, algo que hay que aclarar al inicio que es un juego de toma de decisiones, de "aventura gráfica". el ejemplo perfecto de que un juego puede ser de los mejores sin usar gráficos de ultima generación, el guion de esta historia es de lo mejor, son las mejores 4 horas que he jugado un RPG.
  21. AlainPerez
    May 28, 2015
    10
    El mejor puto juego al que he tenido el placer de jugar desde hace 21 años que nací.

    En esta época donde predominan los DLC, los micropagos, los juegos salidos a la venta con millones de Bugs... que un tipo haga esto y me haga llorar como una niña pequeña no tiene precio. Obra Maestra

    10/10
  22. Pitonas
    Jan 26, 2018
    10
    I normally am to lazy to write a review but this game is something. Makes you wanna laugh and cry...
  23. janosbiro
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    To the Moon is a very different kind of game made with RPG Maker. The main objective of the game is to create an emotional effect, and it is very successful in doing that. It is about finding your way to reconnect with a lost love, even when everything is broken. It is about healing by dealing with memories from the past, and about the sacrifices you do in the hope of staying togetherTo the Moon is a very different kind of game made with RPG Maker. The main objective of the game is to create an emotional effect, and it is very successful in doing that. It is about finding your way to reconnect with a lost love, even when everything is broken. It is about healing by dealing with memories from the past, and about the sacrifices you do in the hope of staying together forever. It is about something that you said or heard that would determine your whole life from that point on. When you look at the sky and you see meaning in what could be just a set of lights, and you find someone that shares this meaning. It is about the lighthouses we build to find our way home, back to our first love. It is one of the most beautiful love stories I ever heard. I cry just talking about it.… Expand
  24. sanchouz
    Sep 30, 2020
    10
    The game is amazing. The storytelling is perfect, so emotional . I cried in the end of the game. The graphic is not important when the story is perfect.
  25. ClapTrap101
    May 18, 2016
    10
    I think it is safe to say that this is the best RPG so far this century, not on the level of The Last of Us but still beautiful. Also I'm just going to say that the story and soundtrack is better than Undertale's.
  26. JediahSk
    Feb 6, 2016
    10
    Esse game é simplesmente do ca ra lho!!! É uma obra de arte!! História fenomenal e digna de um filme! Um dos poucos (se não o único) game que me fez chorar! Acabei de jogar agora e digo que esse jogo entrou pra o meu top 3 jogos favoritos de todos, só ficando atrás de Bloodborne e Dark Souls 1.

    Apesar de ter uma jogabilidade um pouco simples demais e do fato de você praticamente só    Esse game é simplesmente do ca ra lho!!! É uma obra de arte!! História fenomenal e digna de um filme! Um dos poucos (se não o único) game que me fez chorar! Acabei de jogar agora e digo que esse jogo entrou pra o meu top 3 jogos favoritos de todos, só ficando atrás de Bloodborne e Dark Souls 1.

    Apesar de ter uma jogabilidade um pouco simples demais e do fato de você praticamente só assistirr, e quase não jogar, que é um dos fatores que leva muitos a dar uma nota de 9/10, ou até de 8/10, eu acho que isso não importa tanto, porque com ou sem uma gameplay realmente relevante, a história compensa totalmente a compra do jogo, ela me manteve totalmente preso ao jogo, não tive vontade de parar de jogar em nenhum momento! Literalmente zerei em uma jogada sem parar, o que durou pouco menos de 5 horas.

    Outros fatores que me fizeram amar esse jogo:

    .A trilha sonora espetacular, que combina perfeitamente com o jogo! São várias músicas fenomenais que compõem a soundtrack, incluindo For River (Johnny), For River (Sarah and Tommy) e To the Moon, que são basicamente a mesma música, mas com algumas mudanças que me fazem sentir como se fossem músicas diferentes. Outro exemplo é Everything's Alright, que toca em um dos momentos mais marcantes do jogo, e me deixa emocionado toda vez que escuto.

    .Os cenários bem feitos, lindos e marcantes, como por exemplo o lugar onde Johnny contrói a casa, na primeira vez que cheguei lá, fiquei pasmo, porque eu não esperava algo tão bonito que um jogo pixelado em 2D, principalmente logo no início do jogo!

    Por esses e outros motivos eu dou a esse jogo um 10/10!    … Expand
  27. kilo54
    Mar 27, 2016
    10
    To The Moon looks like it'll be more at home on a Gameboy Advance, but beneath it's pixelated appearance is a touching tale combined with an excellent soundtrack. The tale ranges from humorous to being a tearjerker, but it's worth the ride. It's not quite as interactive as the usual videogame since the entire experience is well on-rails, but when thought of as a sort of visual novel orTo The Moon looks like it'll be more at home on a Gameboy Advance, but beneath it's pixelated appearance is a touching tale combined with an excellent soundtrack. The tale ranges from humorous to being a tearjerker, but it's worth the ride. It's not quite as interactive as the usual videogame since the entire experience is well on-rails, but when thought of as a sort of visual novel or movie, expectations align and if you're up for it, jump in.

    If you enjoyed Heavy Rain, Beyond: Two Souls and maybe Undertale, this is definitely worth a look.    … Expand
  28. Valdigleis
    Jan 22, 2017
    10
    The best game I've played in my entire life. The excitement, the little references and the easter eggs and make love this game with never loved another game in life. The story of the game borders on perfection, can be easily confused with the history of a bestseller book!
  29. Celo_Neves
    Mar 1, 2017
    10
    I loved the premise. Now comes the cool part: you have to analyze Johnny's memories, understand them, and make the necessary changes. But the process is done backwards. You begin by analyzing what is most recent, because it is easier to access in his mind; going towards the one that is deeper, with everything divided into layers.

    Many times we are perplexed with Johnny's certain    I loved the premise. Now comes the cool part: you have to analyze Johnny's memories, understand them, and make the necessary changes. But the process is done backwards. You begin by analyzing what is most recent, because it is easier to access in his mind; going towards the one that is deeper, with everything divided into layers.

    Many times we are perplexed with Johnny's certain attitudes and choices, where each layer we enter into brings new mysteries around his relationship with his dead wife, River, who also has mysterious and intriguing attitudes (which also has a good, explanation) and also around his own personality.

    It is a game full of adventure, tragedy, mystery and an ideal dose of humor with comic references to games, movies and anime, like Street Fighter, Matrix and Dragon Ball Z; beyond the relationship full of sarcasm, and friendship, between Rosalene and Neil. A game that makes us reflect about life, the problems that we go through, how they affect us and what we can do to adapt and overcome them. Seriously, it's so well built, that a trivial thing dictates in the first 5 minutes of play, will connect with something at the end and blow your mind! A semiotic analysis of this game would be a full plate for an academic.

    I'm here reflecting on the experience that this game has given me and the mix of emotions he made me feel, with charismatic characters and their attractive story (which is their strongest point). I may not have wept with the game, which I hardly do; but my heart was tight! I think that have playing from the start to finish with my girlfriend must have been a factor that made the experience even better, as we discussed theories about what was happening (and she did cry with the game). And it's a short game, we finish it in just under 5 hours. But even so, the experience was surreal! Do not connect the number of hours played into the fun, connect to the experience that the game provides you! Let's remember another short game that brings a fantastic experience? JOURNEY! And it is worth mentioning that "To The Moon", game made in RPG MAKER, has 81 points in Metascore! More points than too much "Triple A" what we have around.

    And one more thing: the story and script of this game would turn into a movie, or a miniseries, easily. With the right to be called masterpiece, if it is well produced, after all we have examples of the film industry **** over game franchises and books that were almost ready to make sucess on the movie theater.

    To conclude, I can only say two things: play that game and be happy with this experience that goes beyond expectations.    … Expand
  30. MatYagami
    Jan 28, 2017
    10
    One of the best game I've ever played!
    The story is very touching and made me cry. The soundtrack is good and the songs will remain in your mind for long time.
    For me this isn't just a game, this is an experience.
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Awards & Rankings

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#40 Best PC Game of 2011
22
#22 Most Discussed PC Game of 2011
16
#16 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Gamer.no
    Oct 27, 2012
    100
    To The Moon is one of those games you instantly fall in love with. With it's simple, but elegant design, incredible writing, and thrilling, heartfelt tale, To The Moon is more story than game, but what a story it is.
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  2. DarkStation
    Oct 23, 2012
    80
    To The Moon's charming sense of humor and unabashed ease with tossing around pop culture references (from Dr. Who and Animorphs down to Dragon Ball Z) kept the serious, and at times quite gloomy overtones from feeling too self-serious. And so, with John and River's tale being told, restructured and sent to the moon in a heartfelt and memorable way; I am able to walk away from To The Moon satisfied, and looking forward to the next installment in this world.
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  3. Thunderbolt
    Sep 3, 2012
    60
    If you're into having your tears tugged at, this will definitely be a change from nights spent curling up on the couch spectating those romance flicks that no one else gets. If you're someone who winds up stuck with the aforementioned individual, originally promised beer and tricked into the awkward Kleenex duty, no guilt will be harbored from missing out.
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