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Children of Morta

$21.99
Release Date:
Metacritic:
82
Developer:
Dead Mage
Publisher:
11 bit studios
Platforms:
Windows Mac Linux
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About This Game

IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY


Children of Morta is an action RPG with a rogue-lite approach to character development, where you don’t play a single character - but a whole, extraordinary family of heroes. Hack’n’slash through hordes of enemies in procedurally generated dungeons, caves and lands and lead the family of Bergsons, with all their flaws and virtues, against the forthcoming Corruption.

FEATURES:


ONLINE CO-OP is live now in the game giving you the possibility to play with a long-distanced friend! Available both in Story and Family Trials modes, the Online Co-op gives you a chance to team up and battle Corruption side by side. Local Co-op is also available!

GAMEPLAY
Gameplay-wise it's a unique mix of action-adventure RPG, rogue-lite and hack and slash game. By leveling up, you develop not only individual characters but also the entire family. There is no permadeath and you can change family members between the dungeon runs.

STORY
The story takes place in a distant land but copes with themes and emotions common to all of us: love and hope, longing and uncertainty, ultimately loss... and sacrifice we are willing to make to save the ones we care the most for. Ultimately, it's about a family of heroes standing against the encroaching darkness.

DUNGEON CRAWLING
All the dungeons in the game are procedurally generated, which means their layout is different with each adventure. There can be from two to four levels of each dungeon, with a unique boss fight at the end. You can always get back to the previous dungeons to get extra XP or finish all the side quests.

CHARACTERS & SKILLS
Ranged attacks, magic spells, blocks, stuns, healing, evasions and passive skills - it's all there for you to discover, unlock and upgrade. You can choose from seven different family members, each one having unique skill sets. The father, John - a protective warrior with a sword and shield. The elder daughter Linda - a precise archer. Kevin, a quiet fighter equipped with deadly daggers. Lucy - a lively and bold fire mage. Mark - a mindful martial arts fighter. Joey - who smashes his enemies with a sledgehammer. And the latest addition to the family - Apan, a mighty healer and a firm defender in one.

ART STYLE
A combination of hand-painted pixel art and frame-by-frame animations partnered with modern lighting techniques come to life to create the beautifully dangerous world of Children of Morta!



DEVELOPMENT ROADMAP COMPLETED
The ancient Development Roadmap has come to an end. As a result the game has gained additional content including new characters, new items, new mechanics and more! The final point - Fellowship Sanctuary - has been reached, giving you a free update with Online Co-op for two players. The Online Co-op is available in all game modes (Story and Family Trials) and like the local co-op, it offers numerous playstyles, since every Children of Morta warrior has a unique fight style.

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User Reviews

Mostly Positive
100 user reviews
76%
Positive
10 hrs at review
Not Recommended

The game is a massive grind with the levels, once you've gotten the basics, being pretty boring. But then there's the difficulty spike with the spider boss that is insane. And then you have to grind all the way to it just to try again and even get a try to get the hang of it. This continues on in the game, either it's completely trivial or they give you bosses that have 2 pixels you can stand on while dodging enemies where their massive aoes don't hit you. It's a super pretty game but had zero play testing On top of this you get locked into ONLY this mission being available, and the fatigue mechanic has effectively locked one the one family member that might be good for this boss. It's real bad design in an otherwise interesting game. Get some other roguelike Edit: oh and the upgrades feel like you're adding almost no degree of benefit to the characters. The only things that seem to matter are skill upgrades but it's *very* slow.

6 helpful
15 hrs at review
Recommended

Fun game ~ Progression is nice. Story is captivating. Easy to get in the "just one more" kind of mindset. Skills are satisfying to level up. You play as multiple characters, and unlike a lot of games where that's the case ... I actually enjoying playing them all pretty equally. Cool game. On sale for $4 definitely more than proves its worth in a few hours of gameplay.

6 helpful
13 hrs at review
Not Recommended

The game is riddled with bugs. When playing with friends, you never know if it’s even possible to finish a round due to constant network issues, crashes, disconnects, and the inability to reconnect. I wouldn’t recommend buying this until many of these problems are fixed. Its a shame tho because its quite a good playing experience.

3 helpful
6 hrs at review
Not Recommended

IF you are looking to fill the rogue-like void after playing Hades, this game ain't gonna do it. Story is boring, most of the characters have not that good of a gameplay and during progression every upgrade feels ... underwhelming and not very impactful. Not worth even the 5 € price-tag.

3 helpful 1 funny
8 hrs at review
Recommended

Good game overall. Played on steam deck at free time np. One run take 15-25 minutes. Sotry telling is fine mb even good for kids. Game force you to play different characters and playstyles. Its fine for me but could be be frustrating for someone. Good price to play time ratio.

2 helpful
6 hrs at review
Not Recommended

Story is nice, but game play feels underwhelming

2 helpful
9 hrs at review
Recommended

After playing it Online and Offline I'm pretty happy with my purchase at the Right Time. I learned a lot from children of Morta, that's why I Bow to Artists.

2 helpful
13 hrs at review
Recommended

Really nice game, love the gameplay reminds me of Hades. And the story is really nice too

1 helpful
4 hrs at review
Recommended

Children of Morta surprised me in the best way possible. It’s not just another roguelite dungeon crawler—it’s a deeply emotional journey wrapped in stunning pixel art and tight gameplay mechanics. The story of the Bergson family is powerful, and the way each character grows both in skill and in narrative depth makes every run feel meaningful. 💥 Combat & Characters: Each family member has a unique playstyle, from sword-wielding warriors to mystical spellcasters. The combat is fluid and satisfying, with enough variety to keep things fresh. I especially loved how upgrades felt impactful and how synergy between characters encouraged strategic thinking. 🎨 Visuals & Atmosphere: The pixel art is jaw-dropping. Every environment, animation, and cutscene is crafted with care. The narration adds a poetic layer to the experience, making you feel like you're part of a living legend. ❤️ Storytelling That Resonates: What sets this game apart is its heart. The themes of lov...

1 helpful
4 hrs at review
Not Recommended

I reluctantly have to say no. I've tried to get into this game several times over a number of years and at least two platforms. It was so very close. It could have been one of my favorites. It's charming and very pretty. The early game was fun. The way family members are introduced and become playable was endearing. Unfortunately it does not work for me much after that. It's too repetitive. The characters are imbalanced. Ranged is much better than melee. But you're forced to play them all. IIRC, win or lose, your current (probably favorite) character essentially fatigues, forcing you to rotate to other (probably much weaker) characters. Sometimes the pool is very small. This delays progression and increases grinding even more, beyond the point of fun.

1 helpful

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System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: 64-bit Windows 7
  • Processor: 2.8 GHz Dual Core CPU
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce GTX 660, Radeon R7 370 or equivalent with 2 GB of video RAM
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: 64-bit Windows 10
  • Processor: 3.2 GHz Quad Core Processor
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce 960, Radeon RX 570 or equivalent with 4GB of video RAM
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible

FAQ

How much does Children of Morta cost?

Children of Morta costs $21.99.

What are the system requirements for Children of Morta?

Minimum: Minimum: OS *: 64-bit Windows 7 Processor: 2.8 GHz Dual Core CPU Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 660, Radeon R7 370 or equivalent with 2 GB of video RAM DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible Recommended: Recommended: OS: 64-bit Windows 10 Processor: 3.2 GHz Quad Core Processor Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce 960, Radeon RX 570 or equivalent with 4GB of video RAM DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible

What platforms is Children of Morta available on?

Children of Morta is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.

Is Children of Morta worth buying?

Children of Morta has 76% positive reviews from 100 players. Metacritic score: 82/100.

When was Children of Morta released?

Children of Morta was released on Sep 3, 2019.

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