Fearmonium (2021)
Redblack Spade
Fearmonium is a psychedelic action-platformer where suspense intertwines with humor. Start the game as the usual unpleasant memory and, reincarnate into a real phobia by breaking through the most hidden corners of consciousness of Jimmy.
About the story
The whole game will unfold in the inner world of a boy who once saw several clowns at a fair. Their images secured by support of Depression are making their way into the depths of his consciousness through the nightmare, meeting Jimmy’s memories on their way, anxieties and bright images. Will the clowns be able to supplant all objective fears of Jimmy and take the place of his main horror?
Platforms
Mac Switch PC PS4 PS5 XONE Series X|SGenres
Adventure Indie Platform Role-playing (RPG)Themes
Action Comedy Horror
Languages: English and 9 more
| Interface | Audio | Subtitles | |
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| Portuguese (Brazil) | |||
| German | |||
| English | |||
| Russian | |||
| Spanish (Mexico) | |||
| French | |||
| Japanese | |||
| Portuguese (Portugal) | |||
| Spanish (Spain) | |||
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Critic Reviews
WayTooManyGames
By Oliver ShelldingThe floaty controls and repetitive music aside, I thought this was a decent dip in the metroidvania arena. Fearmonium is a creepy little romp that’s worth a few days of amusement and some further discussion, but it lives and dies by its very notion. If you seek greater meaning of the trauma and horrors, then you’ll remember it far longer. While it might disturb and captivate you in the moment, it could fade when you walk away from your console.
Evilgamerz
By Peter DerksFearmonium is a Metroidvania with a pretty heavy theme. The depressing themes in combination with the gloomy environments are not for everyone. It might even put off those who are interested. On the other hand, it has become a very original game in the genre that I would like to recommend to everyone without too many caveats. Even if you have a phobia of clowns.
Nindie Spotlight
By Justin NationHand-drawn flair and unusual characters help give this Metroidvania a chance to make an impression
Uagna
By Lorenzo BolognaFearmonium had all the credentials to deal with such a sensitive topic as phobia and depression in a sharp and interesting manner. Unfortunately, the reality of the facts is quite different, and it proposes an imprecise and botched title, which sees in its artistic compartment its only lifeline.
Gaming Professors
By Michal MrázAt first glance, Fearmonium may seem like a title that will resemble the action-packed Cuphead. Unfortunately, this is not the case and the title under review plays with a different style. Still, it is a title worth playing and getting to know the story of a depressed, anxious little boy trying to get out of it. You can get this title on Steam for €10.79.
