My Putrid Ponies

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My Putrid Ponies is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Ajolote Dev and was released on December 20, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"My Putrid Ponies" is a horror adventure set in a once-idyllic pony ranch now overrun by undead equines. As the last surviving, your mission is to uncover the mystery behind the ponies zombies outbreak while navigating through haunting landscapes filled with danger and despair. The Gameplays: Dynamic Gameplay Perspective: Engage in heart-pounding first-person gameplay for intense com…

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews

story8 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Visually-appealing art style that captures the bright yet creepy atmosphere of an MLP infection AU.
Unique enemy designs and mechanics, particularly the pegasus enemy, which adds to the horror experience.
Engaging story elements and a strong atmosphere that keeps players invested and excited for future updates.

Unclear enemy mechanics lead to frustrating gameplay, particularly with inconsistent behavior of enemies like the Walkers and Crawlers.
Inconsistent save points and checkpoint placement make navigating the maze and other areas unnecessarily difficult.
Lack of developer communication and updates raises concerns about the game's future and overall development.

story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has received positive feedback for its engaging narrative and immersive elements, with players expressing excitement for future updates and developments. Many appreciate the environmental storytelling and character motivations, which enhance the overall experience, while some suggest improvements for deeper immersion. Overall, the game is seen as a refreshing addition to the genre, with a unique storyline that keeps players invested.
- “I'm invested in the story now, so I really want to know what the next parts are going to be like.”
- “I hope the developer continues this story as the models of the infected are super macabre and nasty in their own right.”
- “So far this game is awesome, the concepts and story that are currently shown are all very unique.”
- “The 'story' elements are just reading and I just found myself ignoring them.”
- “That's not building the atmosphere - if developers, I suggest building a slowly immersive experience; slowly walking around the ruins and dead bodies, seeing details like paint (not like the big written paint 'hide'), but 'this place is cursed', 'where is Celestia?' or 'please help me', adding notes not only from a father, but also from the survivors/dead ponies telling shortly their story, what happened to them and how they died or their loved ones.”
- “I was expecting this to be a run and gun, but no, it has a storyline and it makes you feel fear for your character with all the different versions of zombified ponies.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with players noting unclear enemy mechanics and frustrating controls that hinder navigation, particularly in complex areas like the labyrinth. While some mechanics are praised for their intrigue and the immersive storytelling through notes, many feel the game resembles a dated horror experience and lacks sufficient content, making it feel more like a demo than a fully developed title. Overall, the gameplay offers potential but suffers from inconsistencies and a lack of polish.
- “The notes scattered about from the player's father is, in my opinion, a very cute way to teach mechanics without breaking immersion.”
- “However, the enemy creatures and their mechanics are great, intriguing, and really thrilling.”
- “The gameplay as of now has you navigating through linear areas, solving simple puzzles, and crawling or hiding to avoid various enemies.”
- “The game's inconsistent mechanics make it frustrating to get past certain parts like the labyrinth. There's a lack of updates from the developer, and he's reportedly trend-hopping, which indicates no intentions of finishing the game.”
- “I enjoyed this game for the most part, but had quite a bit of trouble navigating due to the poor controls and mechanics.”
- “In my opinion, this is more of a playable demo than even an early access game, due to short gameplay and undeveloped maps.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its unique and immersive qualities, effectively instilling a sense of dread and tension in players. Reviewers commend the spectacular aesthetics, audio, and environmental design, noting that even in its early stages, the game successfully evokes goosebumps and a haunting vibe reminiscent of classic survival horror titles. Suggestions for improvement include enhancing immersion through subtle storytelling elements and refining gameplay mechanics to better support the atmospheric experience.
- “However, the atmosphere, aesthetics, audio/music, and model/environment design was spectacular.”
- “For the developer who is working on this game - you've done really well in creating an atmosphere that does bring a feeling of dread to the player.”
- “What is extraordinarily impressive, even in such an early and undeveloped game, it still possesses a great atmosphere that gives me goosebumps.”
- “That's not building the atmosphere - if the developer or devs; I suggest building a slowly immersive experience. For example, slowly walking around the ruins and dead bodies, seeing details like paint (not the big written paint 'hide'), but phrases like 'this place is cursed', 'where is Celestia?', or 'please help me'. Adding notes not only from a father but also from survivors or deceased ponies telling their stories, what happened to them, and how they died or lost their loved ones would enhance the atmosphere.”
- “I love the monster designs, story, and (some) atmosphere, but it was somewhat destroyed in the beginning.”
- “The maze and AI need a bit of a fix; this game is tricky when everything can see you even while sneaking. The atmosphere, along with the absence of direct jump scares, makes this a bit of fresh air for horror.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features ambient soundtracks that enhance the atmosphere, with dynamic changes based on proximity to danger and varying chase themes depending on the threat. Overall, the audio design contributes significantly to the game's spooky ambiance, complementing the visual aesthetics effectively.
- “The music changes slightly the closer to danger you are.”
- “However, the atmosphere, aesthetics, audio/music, and model/environment design was spectacular.”
- “The music changes slightly the closer you are to danger.”
- “You can even make the chase music differ enough depending on what's chasing you.”
- “There is an ambient and chase soundtrack.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their visually appealing art style, spectacular atmosphere, and impressive model and environment design. While some players desire more quality of life features, such as adjustable graphics settings for lower-end devices, the overall aesthetic and unique lighting system contribute positively to the gaming experience. Despite initial impressions of jankiness, the graphics enhance the enjoyment of the game's story and concepts.
- “The atmosphere, aesthetics, audio/music, and model/environment design were spectacular.”
- “I also very much enjoy the design and aesthetic of the entire game.”
- “The lighting system is very refreshing, and the art style in the game is amazing.”
- “More quality of life features would greatly improve gameplay, including a settings menu to change graphics for lower-end devices, keybinds, etc. Even for an able-bodied person, it gets tiring holding Ctrl to crouch when so much of the game requires it.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by exaggerated visual gags, such as distorted facial features and amusing animations, like the character's hair and their quirky shooting stance. Players find these elements to be entertaining and contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “The hair on screen is funny; the way characters stand up to shoot adds to the humor.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the character designs are praised, the overall character development is hindered by significant gameplay issues, such as enemies clipping through walls, which disrupts the experience and makes progression difficult. This imbalance detracts from the potential for deeper character engagement and growth.
grinding
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Players find the transition to grinding in the game jarring, as it shifts from a stealth-focused experience to one that relies heavily on trial and error, leading to a tedious gameplay experience.
- “Before this section, the game was mostly stealth-oriented, so it was a hard shift when it became a game of complete trial and error; very tedious.”