Platforms
- PCJul 14, 20227.9playscore7.18 Critics9.3181 Players
- PlayStation 5Apr 28, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.553 Players
- Xbox Series X|SJul 14, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- PlayStation 4Jul 14, 2022NAplayscore7.73 CriticsNA0 Players
- Xbox OneJul 14, 2022NAplayscore7.14 CriticsNA0 Players
- Nintendo SwitchJul 14, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
21 critic reviews · 0 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Mothmen 1966 is the first of three interactive adventures called Pixel Pulps, and it certainly makes me want to check out the other two whenever they’ll be out. The writing is good, the characters are decently fleshed out, and the sound adds to tension. Although the soundtrack is a mixed bag, it's by no means bad.
Cosmin Vasile · Jan 09, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Visually compelling, and smartly written Mothmen deserves to be talked about in the same breath as the other great narrative games released in 2022.
AJ Small · Oct 18, 2022 Reviewed on XB1Read full review - Mothmen 1966 pulls you in with those dreamy visuals some great audio – the sound effects, in particular, are pitch perfect – but the game was over briskly, with the story developing in an odd way. (That’s not a compliment.)
Shaun Roopra · Aug 27, 2022 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review - Mothmen 1966 is a game that truly lives up to its own advertising and hype, providing a unique pixelated pulp-fiction approach to the visual novel formula, while focusing on a delightfully creepy, bizarre bit of American folklore.
Daymon Trapold · Aug 01, 2022 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Mothmen 1966 is a gripping story of how three characters react when thrust into contact with the paranormal. Fast-paced and featuring fleshed-out characters, the story only falters as it nears its action-packed ending. The retro aesthetic oozes charm and helps elevate the story, while the simple puzzles and gaming sections allow players to take a break from reading to become active participants in the story. At only two hours long, Mothmen 1966 is a no-brainer for those interested in the paranormal.
Richard Allen · Jul 26, 2022 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Those that look back fondly on the video game era that Mothman 1966 recreates will absolutely adore what’s on offer here, as will anyone that enjoys stories about cryptids or mystery novels. Make no mistake: this is a niche title for niche audiences, but if you happen to fall into one of the overlapping circles that Mothmen 1966 is aimed at, you will absolutely love what’s on offer here.
SebastiaanRaats · Jul 22, 2022 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Mothmen 1966 manages to blend a creepy yet oh-so-fun tale into the visual novel formula, with a sprinkle of choose-your-own-adventure and puzzles to create a retro story that I had a really, really fun time with. Despite the clunky controls in the puzzle sections, Mothman 1966 has more than enough to entertain you in its bitesize narrative – I only wish there was more!
Ted Hazell · Jul 21, 2022 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - There are a few things Mothmen 1966 does well: its pixel art and overall aesthetic are fantastic. The developers' attempt at recreating the feeling of playing a very old PC game is completely successful, and is likely the thing I will remember the most about the game. The issue is that this is not enough to get around a general clunky feeling to gameplay and a story that doesn't feel all that unique or memorable in the end.
Joe Devader · Jul 20, 2022 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - There are a lot of bizarre things happening, and at times it can feel like too much is being crammed into this short narrative. Nonetheless, Mothmen 1966 feels like a trip and a half and is certainly one of the better ways to scratch your eldritch itch.
Tanushri Shah · Jul 18, 2022 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Mothmen 1966 is a haunting outing that, with the exception of one awkward line, uses quality writing rather than jump scares to keep you on edge. Yes, you’ll get a little extra out of it if you’ve an appreciation for cryptozoology or astrology, but that’s by no means compulsory. It’s entertaining and unsettling in equal measure and if, as its developers suggest, it’s the first of many, we look forward to seeing where LCB takes the series next.
Chris McMullen · Jul 13, 2022 Reviewed on PCRead full review
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Mothmen 1966 is a 'Pixel Pulp' - a visual novel featuring a fusion of exceptional writing and stunning illustration, inspired by mid-20th century pulp fiction and 80s home computer graphics - set amongst the strange occurrences of the Leonid meteor shower of 1966.
Developer: LCB Game Studio