Awesome Pea
- September 19, 2018
- PigeonDev
"Awesome Pea" is a nostalgic, challenging platformer game with pixel art graphics. Players control a determined pea navigating through treacherous levels filled with various obstacles, monsters, and traps. The objective is to collect all the stars and reach the exit, testing the player's timing, reflexes, and strategy in this homage to classic arcade games.
Reviews
- The game features a charming retro aesthetic reminiscent of classic Game Boy titles, with enjoyable graphics and a fitting soundtrack.
- Levels are short and designed to be fun, making the game accessible for casual players and achievement hunters alike.
- Despite some control issues, the game offers a challenging experience that can be rewarding for those who enjoy precision platforming.
- The game suffers from inconsistent hitboxes and input delays, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- Level design can feel repetitive, with limited variations and a lack of checkpoints, making it tedious to replay levels after dying.
- Some levels contain bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, contributing to an overall feeling of a lack of polish.
- music10 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some tracks praised as "awesome" and "lit," while others are described as generic or underwhelming. Overall, it is considered a strong point for the game, contributing positively to the experience despite some repetitiveness in gameplay.
“The soundtrack is lit.”
“+ music - some tracks are freakin awesome!”
“The music is a pretty strong point in this game.”
“Well-designed platformer, has some issues, but the high dynamic/gameboy style/music is easily overwhelming this.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- -14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics received positive feedback for their clean and appealing aesthetic, particularly appealing to fans of the Game Boy style. However, some reviewers noted that while the visuals are attractive, they do not compensate for the game's lack of depth and repetitiveness.
“Other than that, the graphics looked great!”
“On a positive note, the graphics looked clean and the chiptunes were pretty good.”
“The graphics are cool and the music is really fitting.”
“The graphics looked clean, but they lack depth and detail, making the overall experience feel flat.”
“While the game has a nostalgic Game Boy aesthetic, the graphics feel outdated and could use a modern touch.”
“The visuals are simplistic to the point of being bland, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is negatively impacted by frustrating mechanics, such as poor hitboxes and erratic collision detection, which can lead to unexpected deaths and disrupt the player's immersion and enjoyment.
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay features retro platforming elements that are visually appealing, though some mechanics may require adjustments for improvement. Overall, the core gameplay is engaging but could benefit from refinements.
“The gameplay features retro platforming elements that are both nostalgic and engaging.”
“While there are a lot of mechanics, most of them can be easily fixed, which greatly improves the overall experience.”
“The retro platforming gameplay feels outdated and lacks innovation.”
“The controls are unresponsive, making the gameplay frustrating and unenjoyable.”
“The level design is repetitive, leading to a monotonous gameplay experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users generally find the replayability of the game to be high, citing various modes, branching storylines, and unlockable content that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many appreciate the ability to make different choices and explore alternative outcomes, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players note that certain aspects may feel repetitive after several runs.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game can become tedious after repeated attempts, particularly noting that the experience can wear thin by the third iteration.
“But the third time around, it gets tedious.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive.”
“I find myself doing the same tasks over and over just to progress.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report minor stability issues, such as buggy wall interactions around pipes and difficulty distinguishing between rotating and stationary platforms when they are not in motion.
“Minor gripes include some walls around pipes that are a bit buggy and the fact that rotating platforms are indistinguishable from non-rotating ones (well, when they aren't moving, that is).”