Children of Morta

About Children of Morta

Children of Morta dropped on September 3, 2019 as a narrative-driven hack and slash roguelike from developer Dead Mage and publisher 11 bit studios. You play as one member of the Bergson family, the designated Guardians of Mount Morta who fight against an invading force called the Corruption. The game launched across PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Linux, Mac, Android, and iOS. It is a single player or co-op experience where you switch between different family members to clear out dungeons. Each character brings distinct abilities and playstyles to the table while you progress through a story about love, sacrifice, and protecting your home from darkness.

Gameplay

Sessions involve picking a Bergson family member and charging into procedurally generated rooms filled with enemies. You execute fast melee combos or ranged attacks depending on who you control right now. The roguelike structure means death resets your run but lets you upgrade permanent stats between attempts. You unlock new skills and equipment that change how each character feels in combat. Co-op mode allows a second player to join the chaos, letting two people handle different family members simultaneously. Every level presents fresh enemy layouts and environmental hazards. You manage resources carefully because the Corruption gets tougher as you descend deeper into the mountain. The flow is frantic but strategic since knowing when to dodge or block matters more than just pressing buttons repeatedly.

What Players Think

The PlayPile community rates this title solidly with an IGDB score of 77.4 out of 100 based on 150 user ratings. Players spend an average amount of time exploring the Bergson lore and fighting through runs. Achievement data shows 45 total unlocks with a general completion rate hovering around 26.5% across the player base. The rarest challenge is the Scavenger achievement which only 1.70% of users have managed to unlock so far. Community moods lean heavily toward appreciation for the family dynamics and emotional weight of the story. Critic reviews often highlight the charming hand-drawn art style alongside the tight combat mechanics. Many users mention replaying runs just to see different character interactions and unlock that elusive rare achievement.

PlayPile's Take

This game is worth your time if you enjoy action RPGs with a strong narrative focus on family bonds. The $2.84 price point at its historical low makes it an easy buy for casual or hardcore gamers alike. You will need persistence to tackle the 45 achievements since only about one in four players unlock most of them. The co-op feature adds real value for playing with a friend rather than struggling alone. Do not expect a polished perfection but do expect a heartfelt story wrapped in tight gameplay loops. Buy it now if you want a short, emotional adventure that respects your time without feeling like a chore.

Storyline

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.