Action

Children of Morta

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · Metacritic

3.9

Users · RAWG

2019

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateSeptember 3, 2019

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

ActionAdventureRPGIndie

Playable on

PCPlayStationXboxNintendo

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LinuxPCmacOSPlayStation 4Xbox OneNintendo Switch

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About this game

Children of Morta is a narrative driven hack and slash roguelike. Take on the role of a member of the Bergson family, the Guardians of Mount Morta, as you fight desperately against the Corruption. Experience not only what it means to be a hero, but to be part of a family that bears the weight of the mountain together.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Story centers on the Bergson family's experiences.
Responsive, accessible combat against groups of enemies.
Detailed pixel art supports the game's atmospheric presentation.
Family members offer distinct combat styles and roles.
Dungeon runs provide permanent upgrades and family-wide progression.

Cons

Repeated combat encounters across procedural dungeon runs.
Later progression requires repeated grinding.
Some family members are less effective than others.
Some areas and bosses have abrupt difficulty spikes.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

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Gameplay & themes

Action

Children of Morta

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · Metacritic

3.9

Users · RAWG

2019

Released

Platforms

🔗🛒▶

📅 Release Info

Release DateSeptember 3, 2019

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

ActionAdventureRPGIndie

Playable on

PCPlayStationXboxNintendo

Show all 6 versions ▾

LinuxPCmacOSPlayStation 4Xbox OneNintendo Switch

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

Pros & Cons

Pros

Story centers on the Bergson family's experiences.
Responsive, accessible combat against groups of enemies.
Detailed pixel art supports the game's atmospheric presentation.
Family members offer distinct combat styles and roles.
Dungeon runs provide permanent upgrades and family-wide progression.

Cons

Repeated combat encounters across procedural dungeon runs.
Later progression requires repeated grinding.
Some family members are less effective than others.
Some areas and bosses have abrupt difficulty spikes.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

Where to Buy / Play

Official stores where this game is available. Links open the store page in a new tab.

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