Little Misfortune

Ah yes, it’s the "Oh that guy died" the game.
This is the best Dora the Explorer AU ever.
It’s like someone took the elephant portion of It Takes Two and decided to make a whole game with that vibe.
I mean if you can't handle child neglect, suicide, death and Sweden, then it isn't a game for you.
At the end of this all though, the worst part is that Misfortune is a furry.
I really related to the story of Little Misfortune. Little Misfortune is about telling the story of people who cannot change the lives of their loved ones and yet live their lives with their loved ones always in their heart. I played it, and I loved it! It’s weird and very cute but it can be a bit sad at times. The art style is what sold me on it, I definitely found it worth it. Don’t be fooled by the art style though, it deals with some very adult topics; her mom drinks, her dad is abusive, there was a meth lab in her basement, on and on.
I'm not sure it's appropriate for young children either. The little girl likes to swear. There's a lot of death (she looks in the fridge and sees dead bunnies which are waiting to be made into food, I did kill a puppy also, she walks past a person who's hung themselves, birds drop out of the sky dead, etc). At one point she was trying to get into a strip club (for hamsters, but still). She walks through a drug den, etc. So the game Involves themes of suicide, alcoholism, strippers, depression, death, drugs, pollution, and abuse. Now that is one heavy list, but the game handles it all in a way that one of the MC's tries like hell to protect Little Miss Fortune from it all. And I enjoyed the love/hate relationship with another character. I immediately fell in love with her character and Benjamin the fox. The mystery of the story hooked me. The humor, while not my usual, cracked me up.
I can see how the game is too heavy for some but I've played through it twice, once each with a different friend each time. Maybe that's why I enjoy it so much. I didn't take the game alone. I mean it isn't a game you enjoy per se but it's valuable that people make games like this. It's a pretty cool work of art and fairly intentionally uncomfortable in a lot of ways. If what you're looking out of playing games is the sense of entertainment or comfort or escape then this kind of stuff might not be your cup of tea which is fine. But if you like kinda creepy, emotional but fun stories I rekon you'll have a great time :) it's very linear but that feels right for this game and she is so cute as a character as well.
In conclusion, if you like dark humor, mild shock value, the irony of a kid saying inappropriate stuff because of a rough upbringing and coping mechanisms, easy puzzles, and cute graphics, choices matter, and lots of narrative in a short game, then this LMF may be up your alley.
8/10

My girl told me to play this game without informing myself on the story.
I instantly got the game and started playing.
Am I disturbed? Oh yes.
Would I recommend this game? Definitely.

Little Misfortune is a touching and dark story disguised as a children's fairy tale. The game enchants with the atmosphere and characters, but leaves a bitter aftertaste. An excellent choice for those who appreciate unusual projects.

absolutely adored the mix of humor and emotional storytelling throughout the game. *throws glitter*

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It’s a short game, but I genuinely loved every part of it. The storyline, the dark humor, the Fran Bow references, the sparkles, and each and every character— they were all written so perfectly.
By the time I reached the end, I was on the verge of tears. I became truly attached to Little Misfortune, and the ending hit me harder than I expected. I found myself relating to her on many levels, which only deepened the emotional impact.
If you enjoy games in this genre—especially those with emotional narratives, clever writing, and a touch of darkness— I wholeheartedly recommend giving this one a chance. It stays with you.

idc how small this game is. this is actually one of my favourite games I have ever played. point blank period. and i actually need a new game i've been waiting years so i'm writing this review. killmonday please give us another :)

Why you should or should not play Little Misfortune
What is Little Misfortune?
Little Misfortune is a cute decision based game where you play as a little girl who is honestly just very misfortunate you could say.
Quick Pros
✔ Runs well on lower-end PCs
✔ Strong visual style
✔ Detailed world design
✔ Interesting story
✔ Memorable characters
Quick Cons
✘ Short main story
Initial Thoughts:
-"I love the GLITTERRR"
-"Oooo I wonder if the narrator is evil because hes talking to us."
-"Ohhh...oh..."
Beginner Player Friendly?
I would say this game is very beginner player friendly, it definetly has some easy to understand controls and is very easy to understand what the objective is to continue through the game play. I would say that even though it has a cutesy art style, I would argue that this game is not family friendly.
Game Play:
The game play is very straightforward, follow the narrators directions, and interact with objects in the world. You control the outcome of the ending of the game in a way, as there are multiple endings.
Graphics:
The graphics are simple 2D animation and suite the games character very well. For as dark as this game can get the graphics seems very pleasent in comparison.
Community:
The community is very friendly and seem to be still active on the steam community page.
How long can you play?
This game is quite short but is still quite enjoyable. However, It doesnt have to much replayability. So if you want a short but sweet game this may be more ideal for your game style.
My Opinion:
In my opinion if youre looking for an adorable cutesy but dark game to play this may be the game for you.
Overall Review
★ 7/10 - With an art style like this this game could never be super dark and birthed straight from hell itself right? Glitter.
✘ Active Online Multiplayer (meaning people will interact with you in game)
✘ Family Friendly (meaning friendly to all ages)
✔ Solo Playability (meaning you can play by yourself if preferred)
✘ Cross Compatibility (meaning you can play with friends through other consoles.)
✘ In-App Purchases (meaning you can buy things after buying the game i.e DLC's)
✔ Controller Compatible (meaning you can play this game with a controller)
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