Faaast Penguin

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Faaast Penguin is a single player and multiplayer survival racing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by historia Inc. and was released on September 19, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Faaast Penguin" is an action-packed racing game where up to 40 penguins compete in a chaotic race to the finish. Players can unleash attacks, ride on ultimate rides, use shortcuts, and outpace rivals to reach the finish line first.

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Audience ScoreBased on 556 reviews

gameplay29 positive mentions

monetization7 negative mentions

Faaast Penguin is a fun and chaotic racing game that combines elements of Mario Kart and Fall Guys, making it enjoyable for casual play with friends.
The game features vibrant graphics, responsive controls, and a unique attack mechanic that allows players to gain speed boosts by bouncing off other players and obstacles.
It's free to play with a fair monetization model focused on cosmetic items, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.

The game requires an Epic Games account to play, which can be frustrating for players who prefer Steam, and it has been criticized for poor matchmaking and server issues.
Many players report repetitive gameplay due to a limited number of maps and game modes, which can lead to a lack of long-term engagement.
There are concerns about lag and netcode issues, with some players experiencing significant rubberbanding and connectivity problems during matches.

gameplay
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as simple yet engaging, featuring a mix of unique mechanics and fast-paced kart racing that appeals to players of all ages. However, many reviewers noted that the repetitive nature of the tracks and some gameplay mechanics can lead to a loss of interest over time. While the controls are tight and responsive, issues such as glitches, server problems, and a lack of innovation in certain areas have been highlighted as detractors from the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is simple: it's a kart racer with several unique mechanics that vary from stage to stage.”
- “The gameplay is fast-paced and intuitive, with plenty of opportunities to master boosts, attack rivals, and find clever shortcuts.”
- “The core gameplay of faaast penguin is phenomenal and a breath of fresh air for the kart-racing genre.”
- “Gameplay can get repetitive very quickly because the stage mechanics are similar in every track.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks innovation.”
- “Game is so horrible, the mechanics don't make sense; it isn't clear how you're supposed to do anything.”
graphics
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant, colorful visuals and appealing art style, reminiscent of classic games. While some players appreciate the optimization and smooth performance, others criticize the graphics as outdated or bland, particularly on lower-spec consoles. Overall, the game's aesthetic is described as cute and fun, though there are notable concerns regarding technical issues that can detract from the experience.
- “The graphics are vibrant, each environment bursting with life and color, and the physics engine adds an extra layer of immersion, making every slide down a mountain or dive into water feel satisfyingly real.”
- “The graphics are a masterpiece, a work of art that rivals the greatest canvases of the renaissance.”
- “I love the vibrant visuals, the thrill of dodging obstacles, and the sense of competition as you strive to outscore your opponents.”
- “Turns out, it has big problems with graphics and CPUs that will cause you a lot of frustration trying to fix it. After I upgraded my CPU, I still get fatal errors, even though it doesn't indicate that I need better graphics, and there is no good answer for this problem. Not even the community wants to help others fix them.”
- “The graphics are outdated and the controls are clunky.”
- “On the important subject of visuals, this features fairly low-quality stylized/cartoony low poly 3D graphics (consoles like the Switch aren't very powerful, with only a fraction of the capability of a gaming PC).”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the energetic soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience and evokes nostalgic vibes. However, some players criticize the limited variety of tracks, particularly in the menu and shop themes, suggesting that the repetitive nature of the music detracts from the overall enjoyment. Overall, while the soundtrack is a highlight for many, there are calls for more diverse and seasonal music options to improve the experience.
- “The music in this game has no right being this good.”
- “The soundtrack, a perfect mix of high-energy tunes, complements the action and makes each race feel like an epic showdown.”
- “The colours and the music give this game such a fun and chaotic feel!”
- “However, the music is only fine but far too limited.”
- “If I am getting irritated with the music after only 2 hours of play, then you are doing something wrong.”
- “This is the weakest aspect of the game in my opinion, and I hope that they will not only add more music through different zone themes but just add some menu music variety, such as if every season they added a song based around the season’s theme and then in the sound options allowed you to choose the menu music you wanted. I think that would be really nice.”
monetization
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization in the game has drawn mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it as a cash grab due to the prevalence of microtransactions and premium currency requirements for avatar customization. While some users appreciate that the monetization is primarily cosmetic and the battle pass is reasonably priced, others feel that the game heavily incentivizes spending, making it feel less like a free-to-play experience. Overall, the monetization strategy has been described as exploitative, with a significant focus on in-game purchases.
- “The races are fun, the maps are dynamic and unique, and the monetization is only cosmetic from what I can see.”
- “It's a free live service game with a season pass and cosmetics for monetization, a bit like Fall Guys.”
- “For those curious about monetization, the battle pass was relatively cheap at around $5 of the currency and you would earn that all back plus some extra.”
- “Egregious monetization; most avatar customization options can only be acquired using premium currency in the cash shop, and those that can be bought with earnable in-game currency are exorbitantly expensive.”
- “As mentioned, this isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “Low effort game that tries to copy a mixture of Mario Kart and Fall Guys, just a laggy racing game that doesn't make much sense, obviously has cash grab battle passes featured immediately.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a light-hearted and goofy atmosphere, featuring comical penguins and amusing sound effects that enhance the experience. Players find joy in the absurdity of the gameplay, particularly when racing with friends, which amplifies the hilarity of the interactions and events. Overall, the game successfully combines its fast-paced action with a playful sense of humor, making it a fun and entertaining experience.
- “Light-hearted and funny atmosphere with goofy penguins and their fashion.”
- “Whether you're playing locally with friends or online with racers from around the world, Faaast Penguin delivers an intense yet hilarious competitive experience.”
- “Play a game, bounce off some other penguins, get killed by another penguin riding a whale, and just have a nice pleasant time laughing at the absurdity of it all :)”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is praised for delivering stable performance at high graphics settings, with many players experiencing smooth gameplay and minimal issues. However, some users report significant performance problems on the Switch version, including input latency and lag, which detracts from the experience. Additionally, long loading times for shop and equipment are noted as an area needing improvement.
- “+ great optimization; stable 144 fps on max graphics settings on RTX 5070 with zero framerate drops and no screen tearing.”
- “The game looks wonderful too and is well optimized, and I didn't have any issues connecting to a lobby.”
- “Customization options for outfits and rides let you show off your style without impacting performance, making it all about fun and personality.”
- “But for some reason, the loading for shop/equipment is too long for my taste and I'd love to see it optimized in some way to make it shorter.”
- “It's incredibly unoptimized with massive input latency.”
- “This combined with the optimization issues makes it a disaster to play; sometimes when you press attack on a seal to gain a jump boost, it just doesn't happen and you fly off the map.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches, lag, and input latency that disrupt gameplay. While the concept is enjoyable, the persistent bugs and freezing issues significantly detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration during matches.
- “Lag, freezes, input latency.”
- “Very glitchy and buggy.”
- “The gameplay could be fun if it wasn't for the insane amount of glitches - all the time teleporting around, physics glitching, etc.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game revolves around completing missions to earn coins for unlocking new suits and cosmetics, with a focus on seasonal updates that introduce new themes and race courses. Players appreciate the generous in-game rewards but express concerns about the slow progression of the battle pass, suggesting that stacking weekly missions could enhance player engagement.
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be reasonable, especially for a free title, as they can unlock various items, including the battle pass, without excessive effort. While some cosmetics may require grinding through races, the overall experience is considered fair and generous for a free-to-play model.
- “Grinding for diamonds is frustrating.”
- “For a free game, it's fair enough with paid options if you really want cooler cosmetics, but it mostly involves grinding races for the battle pass.”
- “While players can unlock various in-game items without excessive grinding for free, the overall experience can still feel tedious.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a light-hearted and humorous tone, featuring goofy penguins and their quirky fashion choices. Complemented by upbeat music and engaging sound effects, the overall ambiance creates an enjoyable and feel-good experience for players.
- “A light-hearted and funny atmosphere with goofy penguins and their fashion.”
- “A light-hearted and funny atmosphere.”
- “Good music that creates the right atmosphere, complemented by engaging sounds that feel great.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game highly replayable due to its unique momentum and attack-based mechanics, drawing favorable comparisons to "Fall Guys." This engaging gameplay encourages repeated play sessions.
- “Very reminiscent of Fall Guys in many ways; however, its unique momentum and attack-based gameplay is highly replayable.”
- “Very reminiscent of Fall Guys in many ways; however, its unique momentum and attack-based gameplay is very replayable.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that the game evokes intense emotional responses, often surpassing typical pleasurable experiences, indicating a profound impact on their feelings and overall enjoyment.