Hell Pie

81%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,060 reviews
  • humor
  • gameplay
  • story
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Hell Pie is a 3D platformer that’s crude, rude and has some of the best locomotion in the genre thanks to its grappling gameplay.
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In "Hell Pie," play as Nate, the Demon of Bad Taste, on a mission to gather ingredients for Satan's birthday pie in a twisted 3D platformer. Traverse insane environments, wield Nugget the angel-companion as a weapon or grappling hook, and discover grotesque abilities from various horns. Witness shocking sights and questionable humor in this mature take on classic mascot platformers.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
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Reviews

81%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,060 reviews
humor353 positive mentions
optimization10 negative mentions
  • Hell Pie features a unique and fluid movement system that allows for creative traversal and exploration, reminiscent of classic 3D platformers.
  • The game combines crude humor with engaging gameplay, providing a fun and entertaining experience for fans of adult-themed content.
  • The level design is varied and imaginative, with colorful graphics and a quirky atmosphere that keeps players engaged.
  • The game suffers from bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with collectibles and occasional crashes.
  • Some players find the humor to be overly crude or juvenile, which may not appeal to everyone.
  • The combat mechanics are simplistic and can feel repetitive, with some boss fights lacking challenge and depth.
  • humor359 mentions

    The humor in "Hell Pie" is a divisive aspect, characterized by a mix of dark, crude, and gross-out comedy reminiscent of classic titles like "Conker's Bad Fur Day." While some players find the humor hilarious and fitting for the game's quirky aesthetic, others feel it often relies too heavily on shock value and lacks cleverness, leading to a hit-or-miss experience. Overall, the game's comedic style appeals primarily to those who appreciate raunchy humor and absurdity, making it a unique but polarizing choice in the platforming genre.

    • “Hell Pie may not be the perfect platformer as the controls can get a little sluggish at times, however, the quirky story, funny dialogue, and the all-over-the-place atmosphere surely cover up for the controls; the humor of the game is truly what makes it special.”
    • “This game is hilariously grotesque.”
    • “It's truly a unique 3D platformer with a dark theme but tons of humor.”
    • “Get past the painfully unfunny 'comedy' (there are no actual jokes here unless you consider zero-context poo and gore to be jokes) and you will find one of the most fun 3D platformers to be released in quite some time with great controls, great levels, and lots of freedom to explore.”
    • “Worst jokes ever, no respect for religions. It has Easter eggs from so many Nintendo games like Bad Fur Day, Banjo, and Ratchet, but the game is silly and not funny.”
    • “(It's not funny.)”
  • gameplay292 mentions

    The gameplay of "Hell Pie" is characterized by its engaging movement mechanics, particularly the grappling hook and swinging system, which allow for creative traversal and exploration. While the platforming is generally smooth and fun, some players noted issues with hit detection and level design that can feel trivialized by the swinging mechanic. Overall, the game offers a mix of quirky humor and solid platforming, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre, despite some rough edges and a lack of challenge in certain areas.

    • “I love the swinging mechanic, and some of the level designs were fun and creative.”
    • “The levels are packed with quirky challenges and inventive mechanics, keeping the experience fresh and engaging.”
    • “The gameplay is a platformer with jumps and goes, not many variety of things/skills etc but little puzzle like areas that you move from one to other but all felt the same.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, it's just simple jump and run, with the addition of an always available grappling hook, which quite frankly makes the game a cakewalk once upgraded a bit.”
    • “As much as I would like to give this game a sideways thumb, the core mechanic of swinging is unfortunately broken, especially toward the end levels.”
    • “However, that same mechanic (swinging) makes most of the level design pointless as most platforms can be skipped without too much trouble.”
  • story116 mentions

    The story of *Hell Pie* is a lighthearted and quirky narrative centered around an imp named Nate who must collect ingredients for a grotesque pie to celebrate Satan's birthday. While the plot is simple and often lacks depth, it is filled with humor and absurdity that many players find entertaining, making it a fun backdrop for the gameplay. Overall, the story serves more as a vehicle for exploration and comedic moments rather than a profound narrative experience.

    • “Hell Pie may not be the perfect platformer as the controls can get a little sluggish at times; however, the quirky story, funny dialogue, and the all-over-the-place atmosphere surely cover up for the controls. The humor of the game is truly what makes it special.”
    • “The story of Hell Pie is quite simple: Satan’s birthday is around the corner, and you are tasked to collect various ingredients to help out the chef create the most hellish and disgusting pie to celebrate Satan’s special day.”
    • “The story is zany and fun, and the horn upgrades help bring more of the platforming and exploration out of the game.”
    • “The story is...well...basically non-existent.”
    • “Also there was no coherence, no overarching plot that would somehow glue this mess together; there is basically no narrative besides 'just collect these ingredients for the pie'. It's a sightseeing of crude situations born from infantile minds who checked all the boxes that obviously are supposed to detonate the boundaries of good taste.”
    • “From the 4th world to the end of the game, the story just shuddered to a halt and after all the grandeur, it's like they had no idea how to finish the game.”
  • graphics86 mentions

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a quirky, cartoonish aesthetic that blends vibrant visuals with crude humor and grotesque elements, reminiscent of classic titles like "Conker's Bad Fur Day" and "A Hat in Time." While the art style is generally well-received, some players find the excessive toilet humor and graphic content off-putting. Overall, the game runs smoothly with good optimization, though minor graphical glitches and a need for improved cutscenes have been noted.

    • “Graphics and art style are also great, with lots of graphics customization options.”
    • “Graphics are great, platforming is on point and I've encountered very little bugs/performance issues.”
    • “I also really like the art style and character designs in this game; it looks great.”
    • “The visuals of cartoonish gore and toilet humor will be the only deterring factor.”
    • “The visuals are disgusting (just how the developers wanted it), but the cutscenes could definitely use some work.”
    • “Otherewise, try to bear with the redditor that never ends the joke, alongside horrid visuals, annoying dialogue, and an overly unbearable game among that.”
  • music78 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the eclectic and memorable soundtrack that enhances the whimsical atmosphere, while others find it average or repetitive. Notably, certain tracks stand out as exceptional, particularly in specific zones, and many players express a desire for the soundtrack to be made available for purchase. Overall, while the sound design is generally well-received, issues with audio mixing and volume levels detract from the experience for some players.

    • “The soundtrack is amazing, and as bizarre and eclectic as the rest of the game.”
    • “Music was enjoyable and still gets stuck in my head, lots of memorable locations and even sub-areas.”
    • “Next to that are the beautifully realized worlds, the quirky characters, and music that I actually love listening to (normally I turn this off) and genuinely reinforces the world you are exploring.”
    • “Lean back, crack a cold one and enjoy the wide range of emotional abuse that'll have you go from 'huh???' to '.. what?' to 'hah!' while you collect ingredients, dress up in fabulous outfits, get high and drown in acid, all while listening to a chronic case of elevator music that would make you double-check whether you're in hell or not.”
    • “If I had to say one easy thing that would make it better, it's that the music and voice are way too low even at max. The rest of the game's sounds are turned down, and some tweaks do help shake the 'sleepy' vibe.”
    • “Music carries games like this, and having a serviceable track list that is very understated kills the vibe.”
  • optimization34 mentions

    The game's optimization is a mixed bag, with some players experiencing significant performance issues, particularly related to the number of enemies on screen and stuttering animations. While many users report that the game runs well on decent hardware and has seen improvements through updates, others have faced frequent crashes and unresponsive v-sync, leading to dissatisfaction and even refunds. Overall, the optimization appears to be decent for some, but inconsistent performance remains a concern for others.

    • “Mobility is wonderful, it is well optimized.”
    • “The visuals are fine, they're rendered well and the optimization is decent, with later updates fixing some of the main issues I'd had with the game.”
    • “Performance-wise it's pretty solid, you don't need a monster PC to run this game.”
    • “My experience with this game was less than satisfactory mainly because performance was really broken for me.”
    • “This game looks really awesome, and I wish I could play it, but the performance was so bad that I had no choice but to refund this game, which really made me sad since I was looking forward to playing this.”
    • “I've read that this game has been having performance issues for a while, and I was hoping to see the game fixed, but it isn't, and I have no idea if the devs will.”
  • stability26 mentions

    The game exhibits a range of stability issues, including minor glitches, collision problems, and occasional camera control difficulties. While most bugs are not game-breaking, players have reported instances of clipping and frustrating gameplay interruptions. Overall, the experience is enjoyable, but it lacks the polish expected for a fully optimized title.

    • “The game is bug-free and well optimized.”
    • “The game is bug-free and well optimized.”
    • “For the cons, I would say that the game is still a bit buggy and sometimes it feels like I'm fighting with the camera every time I do the swing.”
    • “Buggy, nothing game breaking but it's very easy to clip through something or create a sound bug.”
    • “Finally, there was generally terrible boss design, in that, there were really only 2 and both felt buggy and half finished.”
  • grinding12 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a significant drawback, particularly due to lengthy and tedious level designs that lack shortcuts, requiring extensive backtracking for upgrades. While the exploration and collectathon elements are enjoyable, the grind intensifies towards the end, especially for those aiming for 100% completion, adding several hours of repetitive farming. Overall, the fun gameplay is overshadowed by the frustrating grind, particularly related to achievements and upgrades.

    • “Great game, but the costumes achievement ruined my entire experience. It got annoying after having to do 3+ hours of farming crystals.”
    • “Levels don't have shortcuts and are pretty long and tedious in general. To get that upgrade, I would need to go back through the level backwards, go to an entirely different hub world (there are 4), find that upgrade (ram horns), and then make my way all the way back to the third hub world, find my way back to the level entrance, and then do the entire level over again just to beat it.”
    • “Another thing is how grindy it becomes if you want 100% completion, including all achievements.”
  • emotional8 mentions

    The game elicits a wide range of emotions, from laughter to confusion and even sadness, as players navigate its quirky and surreal world. Its blend of humor and absurdity, paired with a whimsical soundtrack, creates a unique emotional experience that contrasts with traditional family-friendly themes. Overall, it offers a rollercoaster of feelings, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking.

    • “It made me laugh, it made me cry, it made me ooze a little.”
    • “Lean back, crack a cold one and enjoy the wide range of emotional abuse that'll have you go from 'huh???' to '.. what?' to 'hah!' while you collect ingredients, dress up in fabulous outfits, get high and drown in acid, all while listening to a chronic case of elevator music that would want you to double-check whether you're in hell or not.”
    • “Nice wholesome family friendly platforming fun with good Christian values, nothing like that sinful game of old called Conker's Bad Fur Day.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    Hell Pie excels in creating a unique atmosphere characterized by its quirky story, humorous dialogue, and a blend of dark and comedic moments. While the platforming controls may be sluggish at times, the game's enjoyable level design and distinctive comedic tone make it a standout experience. Overall, the atmosphere is a key highlight that compensates for its gameplay shortcomings.

    • “Smooth platforming, enjoyable level design, and overall a unique comedic atmosphere makes this game stand out!”
    • “This game has a great time setting up a great atmosphere with dark yet strong comedic moments.”
    • “Hell Pie may not be the perfect platformer as the controls can get a little sluggish at times; however, the quirky story, funny dialogue, and the all-over-the-place atmosphere surely cover up for the controls. The humor of the game is truly what makes it special.”
  • character development6 mentions

    Character development in the game is polarizing, with some players appreciating the unique art style and character designs, while others find them unappealing and disturbing. The game features a blend of black humor and violence, which contributes to a divisive experience that can be enjoyable for those who embrace its aesthetic. Overall, character designs evoke strong reactions, impacting players' engagement with the narrative.

    • “I also really like the art style and character designs in this game; it looks great.”
    • “Overall, the game is filled with a lot of black humor and violent bloody scenes, along with nauseating sound effects and many unsightly character designs, but if you can appreciate them, the game experience can still be very enjoyable.”
    • “I don't find it disturbing or anything because it's not real and made in the most ugly character designs ever, but like, something about that map, I absolutely hate it.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The reviews indicate a consensus that the game lacks replayability, with multiple users stating that there is no incentive to play it again after the initial experience.

    • “No replay value.”
    • “No replay value.”
    • “No replay value.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The game features a straightforward monetization model with no microtransactions, providing players with a complete experience for their initial purchase.

    • “To top it off, there are no microtransactions; you just get a decent game for your purchase.”
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Critic Reviews

70% average critic score

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Play time

11hMedian play time
11hAverage play time
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