Alpacalypse

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Alpacalypse is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by HaileyWhite280 and was released on March 10, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Alpacalypse is a 2.5D action platformer where you control Pancake The Llama, fighting to rescue your wife, The Mrs. Kick and spit your way through hordes of alpacas, collecting coins, and platforming your way to victory.

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Audience ScoreBased on 103 reviews

story4 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

Adorable and charming 2D art style with a Paper Mario-esque feel that is visually appealing and fun.
Simple and relaxing gameplay that is easy to pick up, great for casual players and a low-stress platforming experience.
Free to play with a short but enjoyable adventure featuring whimsical combat mechanics like spitting and kicking alpacas.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including crashes, softlocks, saving/loading issues, and occasional game-breaking enemy behavior.
Movement and combat controls can feel clunky or unresponsive at times, impacting the overall smoothness of gameplay.
Short length and somewhat basic design might leave players wanting more, with some repetitive elements and limited storyline depth.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The story is generally simple and centered around a classic rescue premise, with some users wishing for deeper character development and more engaging plotlines. While it includes humorous and surprising moments, narrative threads can feel underdeveloped or unresolved, though elements of fantasy and intriguing characters add interest. Some appreciate the story's emotional impact and blend of comedy, while others find it lacking in complexity and depth.
- “The first half is less tightly constructed and doesn't have the screamingly funny set-pieces of, say, Beelzebelle or Hooflandia (2 of the finest comedic novels ever, imo) and the plot is less byzantine, but there are some excellent "wait-whajusshappened?" script-flips, key points from the short stories are rolled seamlessly into the main thread, and a thrilling dénouement.”
- “All the characters are back in this book and step up to be a larger part of the story.”
- “The four horsemen, Lucifer, the almighty and the legions of the damned and the right and just all contribute to this story.”
- “There isn’t much story to speak of as it is the classic ‘rescue a person you care about’ setup.”
- “Lastly, starting the game with a story elemental cutscene means that everyone will miss it because the game starts with incredibly loud sound, prompting players to tab out and reduce the volume, by which time the cutscene is already over.”
- “There is no character development, the plot is there for laughs, and would it kill them to give the characters some characteristics?”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
73%
The game's graphics feature a charming, paper Mario-inspired 2D art style with cute, cardboard cutout visuals that many find appealing and fitting for its platformer gameplay. The visuals distinguish different areas with their own style and bosses, contributing to an enjoyable and visually cohesive experience. Overall, the graphics are praised for being solid, visually engaging, and well-suited to the game's lighthearted tone.
- “Alpacalypse is a decent 2D side-scroller platformer with a Paper Mario–like art style.”
- “The cardboard cutout art style is great!”
- “Nice short jump and run platformer with great 2D graphics – similar to the Paper Mario games – with quite easy combat.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
28%
29%
The music in the game receives mixed feedback, with some users finding it repetitive or annoying, while others praise it as a catchy and well-crafted soundtrack that complements the visuals. Overall, the soundtrack is appreciated by many but may not appeal to everyone.
- “It's a cute short game, has nice music and art, many little dudes.”
- “I love the 3D and 2D elements, as well as an amazing soundtrack.”
- “Shout out to developer Mark Nusser for the amazing soundtrack.”
- “Music is mind-numbingly repetitive.”
- “The music is just off-putting; it sounds rather annoying.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The gameplay is solid and enjoyable, featuring distinct styles and unique boss levels in different areas. While the game is short and free, it offers a decent platforming experience that is recommended for a casual play session.
- “The visuals are charming and the gameplay is solid, and I do find it fun.”
- “Although they aren’t counted as separate worlds in the game, the gameplay and visuals suggest a distinction between them with both having a distinct style to them and their own boss level.”
- “Cute little platformer; it's short, it's free, and the gameplay is decent. Not a must play, but fully recommend it if you have an hour to pass.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from various bugs and glitches, such as unresponsive attacks, stuck enemies, and occasional menu or movement issues. While these stability problems are noticeable, they generally don't prevent progress and can often be resolved with a restart, allowing for an overall enjoyable experience.
- “The only reason I am not recommending this game is because it is unbelievably buggy.”
- “The game is a little buggy, with some attacks not registering and the llama sometimes not moving when it's supposed to; there was even a time when I encountered an enemy that wouldn't die for some reason, even though it was one of the weak ones.”
- “Rarely I experienced bugs or even glitches that resulted in me not being able to close the menu or flying in the air without control, but that's nothing a quick restart couldn't fix.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor is clever and engaging, combining funny characters with surprising plot twists that enhance the overall comedic experience. While the first half is less structured and not as consistently hilarious as some standout comedic works, the story includes memorable script-flips and a seamless blend of short story elements that contribute to a thrilling and amusing narrative.
- “It was incredibly funny and intuitive.”
- “It's not just that the individual characters are funny, which they are, but the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.”
- “In fact, Nerys has become aware of this and demands to keep all of her memories up front before events kick off, which I think is hilarious.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users mention that grinding in the game requires having a second live account or additional resources to progress efficiently.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect is praised for providing a lovely and wholesome experience that leaves a lasting, positive impression on players.
- “All in all, a lovely and wholesome experience that was definitely worthwhile.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers a fun and enjoyable experience with some replay value, though its short length may limit extended play.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users criticize the game for lacking character development, noting that characters have no distinct traits and serve mainly for comedic purposes rather than meaningful growth.
- “There is no character development; the plot is there for laughs, and would it kill them to give the characters some characteristics?”