Desktop Pals

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Desktop Pals is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Shutterframe Studios and was released on May 29, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Desktop Pals is the ultimate desktop companion game. The game has a wide selection of pets to chose from, and features such as game overlay; you will never have to leave your new pal! The game features several artstyles, so you can chose which one you prefer. The pets include dogs, cats, a wolf, a panda, rabbits, a hedgehog, and more. It's a real zoo in here. The pals are interactive! Each pal…

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The pets are adorable and add a cute aesthetic to the desktop.
The developers are actively working on updates and improvements, enhancing the overall experience.
It's a fun and easy way to have a little companion on your screen while gaming.

The game is buggy, with unclear instructions and limited interactivity.
Many users find it frustrating to move the pet around the screen and feel it lacks engaging features.
Some players feel that the game is pointless and does not provide enough value for its price.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised as a masterpiece, though some users have noted the presence of graphical errors. Additionally, while interactivity is limited, players can customize visuals and reposition elements on the screen for a better experience.
- “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
- “The visuals are a masterpiece, despite some minor graphical errors.”
- “The interactivity is limited, but you can change the visuals and drag them around the screen to your preference.”
- “The interactivity is limited, but you can change its visuals and drag it around the screen to where it bothers you the least.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is relatively brief, with the main plot taking around 2-15 hours to complete, while a more comprehensive experience, including all side missions, extends the gameplay to an average of 15-30 hours.
- “The main plot is disappointingly short, clocking in at just 2-15 hours, leaving little room for character development.”
- “While the game offers an average playtime of 15-30 hours with side missions, the story feels stretched and lacks depth.”
- “The narrative fails to engage, making the overall experience feel rushed and underwhelming.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the desktop pet is criticized for being buggy and having unclear instructions, leading to a frustrating user experience. Despite its appealing concept, many users find it impractical and unreliable due to persistent menu issues.
- “Buggy as hell and instructions are unclear.”
- “I love the idea of a desktop pet and it's free, but I can't recommend it because it feels very pointless to use and the menu is buggy.”