Attack of the Mutant Penguins

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Attack of the Mutant Penguins is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Sunrise Games Ltd. and was released on March 30, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

In the distant galaxy of Bleurggh, an evil (but reasonably stupid) band of aliens picked up some of Earth's television signals. Unfortunately for them, they could only tune in a wildlife program. They figured the Earth would be a pushover to invade, so they disguised themselves as its inhabitants -- penguins! Word of the invasion has reached those champions of intergalactic do-goodery, Bernard and…

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game has a quirky sense of humor and unique gameplay that can be surprisingly fun for those who enjoy retro and obscure titles.
It features vibrant graphics and a creative story, with various stages and mini-games that add to the overall experience.
The game is a nostalgic gem for fans of the original Atari Jaguar release, offering a lighthearted and abstract gaming experience.

The game suffers from technical issues, including poor performance on modern systems and a lack of support for contemporary display resolutions.
Gameplay can be confusing and unintuitive, with unclear mechanics and frustrating save file issues that detract from the experience.
The game is considered overpriced for its age and quality, leading to disappointment among players expecting a more polished product.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Attack of the Mutant Penguins" is a mixed bag, featuring a blend of clunky mechanics and convoluted rules that can lead to a frustrating experience. Despite its mediocrity and unintuitive design, the game offers a quirky charm and a sense of fun that some players find appealing, reminiscent of childhood playground games. Overall, while it may not be groundbreaking, it provides a unique and entertaining experience for those willing to embrace its absurdity.
- “It’s got a goofy sense of humor, neat mechanics, and a charming and offbeat style that keeps things entertaining.”
- “The gameplay is simple and fun, and the graphics are vibrant and unique.”
- “If you want new, never done before or after gameplay concepts, give this a shot.”
- “It's such an abstract experience, and its intentionally overly convoluted gameplay loop and rules remind me of the games me and my friends would come up with on the playground when we were kids.”
- “Gameplay is mediocre in this weird action brawler, with obtuse gameplay that involves collecting gremlins and shoving them into chests so you can unlock weapons like dynamite which you use to blow up the titular mutant penguins.”
- “The gameplay is clunky and unintuitive... and that, combined with the unclear and obtuse direction for the game, leads to an ultimately terrible gaming experience so it's no surprise this one went straight into the bargain bins at the front of the store, where they were ignored, until presumably they were sent to join E.T.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature a retro pixel art style that some players find vibrant and unique, though others criticize the lack of resolution options and modern graphical tweaks. While the visuals may feel outdated to some, they complement the simple and enjoyable gameplay. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some appreciating the nostalgic aesthetic and others longing for contemporary graphics.
- “The gameplay is simple and fun, and the graphics are vibrant and unique.”
- “Good graphics and sprites.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is generally considered adequate, with passable sound design and decent music that contribute to the overall experience of the stages.
- “The sound design is impressive, and the music beautifully enhances the atmosphere of each stage.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The combination of ambient sounds and music creates a captivating atmosphere that keeps you hooked.”
- “The sound is passable, and the music is okay to add atmosphere to the stages.”
- “The overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real immersion.”
- “The environments are dull and fail to evoke any sense of wonder or excitement.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a goofy and offbeat sense of humor, complemented by engaging mechanics and a light-hearted story. Reviewers appreciate the developers' intention to create a fun and entertaining experience.
- “It’s got a goofy sense of humor, neat mechanics, and a charming and offbeat style that keeps things entertaining.”
- “The story is light-hearted and the developers clearly wanted to make a fun and humorous game.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy for this game has been criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling that it exploits nostalgia by repackaging abandoned titles for profit. Many reviewers express frustration over the perception that the developers are capitalizing on old games without adding significant value.
- “This seems to have been put on Steam as a nostalgia gouge, or just a cash grab to try to profit from abandonware.”
- “This is another abandonware cash grab by Piko Interactive, who swindle their hands onto old abandoned, broken, or dead games, then try to swindle Steam gamers into paying them for someone else's old abandoned game.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is characterized as light-hearted and humorous, reflecting the developers' intention to create a fun gaming experience. Players appreciate its uniqueness and the creative style that enhances the overall narrative.
- “The story is light-hearted, and the developers clearly wanted to create a fun and humorous game.”
- “Unique story and creative game style.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally considered adequate, enhancing the atmosphere of the stages, though some users note that the Jaguar port lacks in-game music entirely and offers only a limited variety of levels.
- “The sound is passable, and the music is okay to add atmosphere to the stages.”
- “The Jaguar port is missing in-game music and features a few different levels, for those interested.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from poor optimization, lacking support for modern display resolutions and widescreen monitors, which results in subpar performance on contemporary gaming PCs.