Attack of the Mutant Penguins

About

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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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Attack of the Mutant Penguins screenshot

55%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 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 appreciate its offbeat style.
It features vibrant graphics and a creative story, with various stages and mini-games that add to the overall experience.
For fans of retro games, it offers a nostalgic trip with a light-hearted approach and a distinct personality.

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 that may frustrate players, especially those unfamiliar with retro gaming.
The high price tag for an outdated game that hasn't been modernized is seen as unjustifiable, especially when compared to more polished titles available on the market.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Attack of the Mutant Penguins" is described as a mix of clunky and unintuitive mechanics, featuring an abstract and convoluted loop that can be both frustrating and amusing. While some players find it surprisingly fun and reminiscent of childhood games, others criticize its mediocrity and lack of clear direction, leading to a mixed overall experience. Despite its vibrant graphics and unique concepts, the gameplay often feels more chaotic than cohesive.
- “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 my friends and I 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.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a goofy and light-hearted sense of humor, complemented by charming and offbeat style elements that enhance its entertainment value. Players appreciate the developers' intention to create a fun and humorous experience, supported by engaging mechanics.
- “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 of the 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 perceived lack of originality and the practice of selling old, broken games under the guise of nostalgia.
- “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.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving players with little emotional investment in the plot.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally considered adequate, providing a suitable atmosphere for the stages, though some users note that the Jaguar port lacks in-game music entirely and offers limited variety across levels.
- “The sound is passable, and the music adds a nice atmosphere to the stages.”
- “The game features a variety of music that enhances the overall experience.”
- “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
100%
The game suffers from poor optimization, lacking support for modern display resolutions and widescreen monitors, which results in subpar performance on contemporary gaming PCs.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The atmosphere is generally considered adequate, with passable sound design and decent music that contributes to the overall experience of the stages.
- “The sound design is immersive, and the music beautifully enhances the atmosphere of each stage.”
- “The atmosphere is captivating, drawing players into a rich and engaging world.”
- “Every element contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “The sound is passable, and the music is okay, but it fails to create a truly immersive atmosphere.”
- “The overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to engage players.”
- “While there are attempts at creating an atmosphere, they ultimately fall short and feel generic.”