Flying Pengy
- May 9, 2016
- bogemic
- 8h median play time
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Reviews
- The game features colorful retro graphics and catchy music, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
- It offers a large number of levels with a good balance of relaxing and challenging gameplay, providing a fun experience for players.
- Many players have found the game to be a great way to bond with family and friends, creating positive memories and experiences.
- Some players have reported bugs, such as unexpected splash screens that interrupt gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience.
- The game has been criticized for being simplistic and lacking depth, with some describing it as a shallow gaming experience.
- There are complaints about the game's mobile origins, with some players feeling it is a lazy cash grab rather than a well-developed PC game.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and enjoyable, featuring colorful retro graphics and catchy music, with simple and intuitive controls. Players appreciate the gradual increase in difficulty, although some have experienced interruptions that detract from the experience. Overall, it offers a fun and exciting experience, especially for those motivated by rewards for completing levels.
“The graphics are colorful and retro, the music is catchy and upbeat, the controls are simple and intuitive, and the gameplay is fun and exciting.”
“I only bought this game for the free items that you get for completing levels; if you want the same gameplay that slightly changes to a higher difficulty, check this out!”
“I only bought this game for the free items that you get for completing levels. If you want the same gameplay that slightly changes to a higher difficulty, check this out!”
“Fantastic game, but after around 8 hours of gameplay, I was interrupted by a splash screen of a penguin, with text below saying 'your soul is now mine.'”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as catchy and upbeat, contributing to a fun and exciting atmosphere. However, some users find the repetitive 5-second loop maddening, potentially leading to frustration after extended play. Overall, it evokes a relaxing yet polarizing experience.
“The graphics are colorful and retro, the music is catchy and upbeat, the controls are simple and intuitive, and the gameplay is fun and exciting.”
“Very nice music, even if it is a maddening 5-second loop that's going to make you want to smash your head on your desk after 5 minutes.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The music is catchy and upbeat, but it quickly becomes repetitive and loses its charm.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is highlighted by its diverse and creative enemies, which range from clever to comically silly, and the power-ups that are both practical and amusing. Overall, players find the game to be a delightful blend of fun and humor, contributing to its charming and engaging atmosphere.
“The enemies are either smart or silly, with a lot of personality and humor.”
“The power-ups are either useful or hilarious, showcasing a lot of diversity and creativity.”
“The game is fun, funny, cute, cool, and everything in between.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a vibrant, retro style that complements the fast-paced gameplay, while modern elements enhance the overall visual experience. Players appreciate the colorful aesthetics and intuitive controls, contributing to an engaging and enjoyable atmosphere.
“The graphics are colorful and retro, the music is catchy and upbeat, the controls are simple and intuitive, and the gameplay is fun and exciting.”
“Fast-paced game with modern graphics and easy controls that seamlessly transitions from location to location.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of Flying Pengy is criticized as a cheap and lazy cash grab, with users expressing disappointment that it has been ported to Steam despite its mobile origins.
“Flying Pengy is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a cheap, lazy cash grab.”
“It's a shame the same thing can't happen for this game on Steam, where this lazy mobile app persists as a cash grab.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without any crashes or bugs reported by users.
“The game runs smoothly, with no crashes or bugs.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
“I appreciate how well the game performs on lower-end hardware.”
