Paganitzu
- May 5, 2014
- 3D Realms
Get on SteamPaganitzu is a three-part adventure game featuring Al, who unintentionally releases a powerful spirit while exploring an Aztec pyramid. In Part Two, The Silver Dagger, Al delves deeper, facing fiery hazards and striking animated sequences. The final section, Jewel of the Yucatan, reveals the pyramid as a living entity, with Al in a race against time to save the world from destruction.
Reviews
- Highly nostalgic experience for players who enjoyed it in the 90s, with engaging puzzles and a charming story.
- The game features great humor and impressive cut-scenes for its time, making it a fun throwback.
- Puzzles are solvable and enjoyable, with a user-friendly difficulty progression that appeals to casual gamers.
- Controls can feel sluggish at times, making quick actions frustrating during puzzle-solving.
- Some players may find the game too difficult, requiring walkthroughs to progress.
- Graphics and sound are very dated, which may not appeal to everyone, especially those unfamiliar with old-school games.
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game features a brief and engaging story that complements its puzzle-solving elements, appealing to nostalgia for players who remember it from its earlier days. While the narrative is not overly complex, some hidden components may require additional guidance to fully appreciate. Overall, it offers a charming experience for fans of classic puzzle games.
“An oldie but a good puzzle game, with a story... nothing overly hard about some levels can be complex to solve... I remember my dad brought this game home on a floppy disk; I have fond memories of playing it back then and loved playing it again now.”
“Good little puzzle game with a small story for archaeologist, Alabama Smith.”
“Meaning... I feel like this game could use a Nintendo Power magazine-esque guide because there are hidden story components.”
“An old game with a minimal story!”
“I feel like this game could use a Nintendo Power magazine-style guide because there are hidden story components.”
“The narrative feels underdeveloped and lacks depth.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a charming old-school pixel art style that may not appeal to everyone, but they effectively complement the game's humor and overall aesthetic. Players find the visuals to be consistent with expectations for this genre, while controls are noted to be good.
“Great humor inserted through the game, brilliant old school graphics.”
“Controls are good and visuals are what you'd expect.”
“Old school games are not for everybody; for instance, the graphics are pixelated and outdated.”
“The graphics feel very dated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The visual design is uninspired, making the game feel bland and unappealing.”
