100 Pumpkins
- October 8, 2021
- Jeremiah Stilts
Get on Steam"100 Pumpkins" is a platformer game where you play as a scarecrow on a mission to find 100 lost pumpkins in an interconnected world. Each screen contains one pumpkin, and you'll encounter cheesy spooky enemies and environments along the way. With simple stage layouts, a helpful minimap, and checkpoints on every screen, the game features 4 endings based on the number of lives lost and includes boss battles.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a charming Atari-like aesthetic and simple sound design that evokes nostalgia for early computer games.
- It's a fun and quick exploration platformer with light puzzles and just enough challenge to keep players engaged.
- The game is easy to replay due to its short playtime, making it appealing for those looking for a casual gaming experience.
- The game is inaccurately tagged as a metroidvania, lacking unlockable abilities or progression mechanics typically associated with the genre.
- Many rooms are either empty or too basic, leading to a lack of challenge and depth in gameplay.
- The game is very short, with some players feeling it could be completed in under 30 minutes, which may leave some wanting more content.
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a charming, retro aesthetic reminiscent of Atari and Colecovision, appealing to fans of classic visuals. While the simplistic design and neat puzzles are appreciated, some players feel that the graphics lack depth, which may limit engagement for those seeking a more immersive experience. Overall, the visuals evoke nostalgia while providing a light-hearted challenge.
“I found the visuals and sounds very charming personally.”
“Charismatic Atari-like graphics, neat puzzles, and just enough challenge to test your skills.”
“I also liked the ColecoVision style graphics.”
“It's basically that game but with Atari graphics, some light combat, and no cryptic end game stuff.”
“I also liked the Colecovision style graphics.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game features no music, with multiple users noting the absence of any musical elements.
“There is no music.”
“There is no music.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by clever room titles that feature amusing hints and a layer of meta humor, adding an enjoyable and lighthearted element to the experience.
“The room titles are a great touch, with funny hints and some meta humor.”
“The dialogue is filled with clever puns and witty one-liners that kept me laughing throughout the game.”
“I love how the game breaks the fourth wall with its humor, making me feel like I'm part of the joke.”
