A co-op, roguelike action role-playing game that is described by the developer as a "personality test RPG",[1] Moon Hunters lets up to four players choose from one of six different characters, each with their own strengths and weaknesses.

[2] They must set out on a dangerous journey to bring the moon back to the fantasy land of Issaria and stop the evil Sun Cult.

[2] The game's endings can differ widely depending on the choices the characters make during the journey, and the outcome of the final battle.

[3] As the source of all magic and spiritual power, its disappearance imbalanced the world, and the game's heroes must set out to restore the balance again.

[5] Despite a heavy amount of research, the lead designer regretted not being able to hire an expert on Sumerian history to make the myths more accurate.