El Panadero: The Baker

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El Panadero: The Baker is a single player and multiplayer arcade platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by SketchyCeviche and was released on December 8, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Action Packed 2D Arcade Action Platformer featuring hand-drawn graphics. Armed with your fists (or a rolling pin) and a variety of bread-based boosts, fend of the the Alien Plants, and avenge the Bakery they destroyed.

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Unique and charming hand-drawn art style that captures the essence of Guanajuato, Mexico.
Simple yet enjoyable gameplay with a fun beat 'em up mechanic and light shmup elements, making it easy to pick up and play.
Great music and a nostalgic feel, providing a delightful experience that is perfect for quick gaming sessions.

Combat feedback is lacking, making it difficult to know when hits are landed or received.
The story is incomprehensible and may leave players confused about the narrative.
Some bosses have unclear mechanics, leading to a reliance on brute force rather than strategy.

graphics
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The graphics of *el panadero* are characterized by a unique and nostalgic art style reminiscent of 80s comic strips, which has captivated players with its charm and personalized touch. The hand-drawn visuals, combined with a chill soundtrack, enhance the indie allure of the game, making it visually appealing and engaging. Overall, the distinctive aesthetics contribute significantly to the game's overall experience.
- “The visuals caught my attention right away.”
- “From the very beginning, the art style gave me a nostalgic feeling, similar to the kind of charm you find in games by Onion Games.”
- “The hand-drawn graphics really give the game a charming, personalized touch that adds to its indie allure.”
- “Since the first time that I saw El Panadero, I fell in love with its strange aesthetics; I got more excited when I saw that the whole game follows the same vibes.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in *el panadero* is highly praised for its chill and enjoyable quality, complementing the game's unique art style. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack as a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience and contributing to the game's charm.
- “Love the music and visuals.”
- “The style is so unique and the soundtrack is fun.”
- “The gameplay is quite simple, but it works well, and considering that almost everything (except for music and localization) was created by a one man army, I believe supporting this game is a great way to support the art form, the medium, and these kinds of unique and interesting projects.”
- “Really chill music, I came for the unique art style but stayed for the jams.”
- “Gran juego plataformero con un excelente soundtrack y su arte muy original de las calles de Guanajuato en México.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as simple and somewhat incoherent, yet it adds to the overall enjoyment, particularly through engaging boss battles like the one featuring the "marranito" bread's origin. Players appreciate the lighthearted narrative that complements the gameplay, even if it lacks depth.
- “It's a very simple, enjoyable game where you punch everything, collect coins and bread, and move forward with the story.”
- “The story is completely incomprehensible, but oh my god, this is a good time.”
- “The story is completely incomprehensible, but omg this is a good time.”
- “I think the best boss was the coffee one, as it has the most clear and understandable choreography apart from showing the 100% accurate story of how the 'marranito' bread was invented.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is generally straightforward and effective, allowing players to engage in simple yet thrilling mechanics, such as stunning enemies before dealing damage. While some boss mechanics may be unclear, the overall simplicity contributes to an enjoyable experience, especially considering the game's development by a single individual.
- “For all other bosses (except for some of the last ones), I didn't understand their mechanics and just punched them to death.”
- “The gameplay is straightforward and thrilling—shoot to stun the alien plants and then get in close to deal massive damage.”
- “The gameplay is quite simple, but it works well, and considering that almost everything (except for music and localization) was created by a one-man army, I believe supporting this game is a great way to support the art form, the medium, and these kinds of unique and interesting projects.”
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Players find the humor in the game to be highly entertaining, often leading to uncontrollable laughter during gameplay due to its chaotic and fun nature.
- “I played a few rounds with a friend, and we couldn't stop laughing at the chaos and fun of it all.”
- “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had us in stitches from start to finish.”
- “Every time I thought I had seen it all, the game threw another hilarious twist my way!”

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El Panadero: The Baker is a arcade platformer game with science fiction theme.

El Panadero: The Baker is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Phone and others.

El Panadero: The Baker was released on December 8, 2023.

El Panadero: The Baker was developed by SketchyCeviche.

El Panadero: The Baker has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its music.

El Panadero: The Baker is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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