Pajama Sam 3: You Are What You Eat From Your Head To Your Feet
- May 15, 2014
- Humongous Entertainment
Get on SteamIn Pajama Sam 3: You Are What You Eat From Your Head To Your Feet, Sam explores the Land of Food to help his friend Patrick confront his unhealthy eating habits. Players solve puzzles and make choices that trie to teach children about nutrition and healthy eating. When Sam's own health is threatened by oversized food, he and Patrick must learn to make better food choices to restore balance in the madcap land.
Reviews
- The game is a nostalgic classic that remains enjoyable for both children and adults, with charming characters and humor that holds up over time.
- The art style and animations are vibrant and engaging, making the game visually appealing and fun to explore.
- Pajama Sam 3 offers a variety of puzzles and interactive elements that encourage replayability, with different experiences each time you play.
- Some players found the puzzles to be vague or confusing, leading to frustration, especially for younger children.
- The game is shorter than expected, with some feeling it lacks the depth and variety of the earlier titles in the series.
- Certain mini-games and mechanics were criticized for being simplistic or poorly designed, detracting from the overall experience.
- story21 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story of the game is praised for its engaging themes, humor, and clever food puns, making it a delightful experience for players of all ages. It features a whimsical plot centered around the battle between food groups, with a focus on personal growth and diplomacy rather than overcoming fears, while maintaining the charm and creativity of previous installments. Overall, the narrative is described as fun, inventive, and filled with enjoyable character interactions, making it a highly recommended choice for family gaming.
“Fantastic interactive family game with a fun story that changes through every gameplay.”
“It’s clear that the developers put a lot of effort into these games: the storylines are enjoyable and informative, the characters and their interactions are fun, and the extra animations bring additional pleasure where it’s not required, but makes a big difference.”
“The story is just as inventive as the previous installments and the characters and jokes once again are clever and well thought out.”
“Just like the PlayStation version, all you do is click an object and if it's another place it will take you there or if it's an item it will make a sound, motion, or further the story.”
“Unlike in the previous two games, Sam isn't overcoming any fears in this game; instead, it's about preventing war and learning about the food groups as he progresses his mission.”
“The story is as much as you'd expect from a kid's game, and it's all happiness and broccoli.”
- humor12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its clever food puns, memorable characters, and a mix of subtle and slapstick comedy that appeals to both kids and nostalgic adults. While some reviewers noted a decrease in aesthetic and randomness compared to the first game, the overall comedic elements, including funny jokes and engaging mini-games, contribute to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. The humor effectively enhances the game's charm and supports its themes of personal growth and nostalgia.
“Great themes, hilarious story line, I love food puns, great game.”
“A lot of fun and creative puzzles, lots of variety on replays, and it's just really fun and funny.”
“I'm positive I would fall in love with them, because they have everything you want from a kids' game - a good message, funny and memorable characters (especially Sam, who's just the cutest kid ever), an environment you can interact with, mini-games, and, surprisingly, a very smart sense of humor.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its simplicity, humor, and interconnected mechanics, making it enjoyable and replayable even after many years. Players appreciate the variety in gameplay options with each playthrough, although some note that the shooting mechanics can be inconsistent. Overall, the game is considered a great choice for those transitioning to more advanced gameplay.
“An art style that still holds up fantastically, the gameplay is simple and easy to understand, with many moments that showcase its humor even during dark times, making this game enjoyable even after all these years as it's basically one of its kind.”
“The puzzles are simple but entertaining, and the game's mechanics are interconnected in a very well thought-out manner.”
“Having the gameplay change is part of what makes these games so replayable; it is worth the time, because you gain something new with each additional playthrough.”
“The shooting mechanics were a bit wonky though.”
“If your child has played beginning level software and is ready to move on to more advanced gameplay, Humongous Entertainment's Pajama Sam series (and Freddie Fish and Putt-Putt as well) are an excellent choice.”
“The cool thing about this game (and the other Humongous Entertainment games) is that your second gameplay might be different than the first.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their nostalgic charm and ability to hold up well against modern standards, despite being from an earlier era. While some users note a decline in aesthetic appeal and interactivity compared to the first game, the overall art style, voice acting, and music contribute positively to the experience, making it enjoyable and memorable.
“The graphics are beautiful, even now.”
“Throughout the game, it gave me a very nostalgic feeling as we've been constantly playing games of high graphical quality, contrasting a lot with the graphics of games from the 2000s, making me enjoy every moment of it.”
“Taking into account the age of the game, the visuals still hold up to today's standards.”
“The combination of the visuals, story, and voice acting all add up to the overall charm of the game.”
- music8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and nostalgic appeal, with standout tracks like the canpunk song and disco music receiving particular acclaim. Reviewers appreciate the combination of engaging voice acting, artwork, and a memorable soundtrack, often considering it among the best from Humongous Entertainment. Overall, the music enhances the game's charm and evokes fond childhood memories for many players.
“The voice acting, artwork, and music are all on point!”
“10/10 would buy again just for the soundtrack, which was actually better than most games I play today.”
“The music is some of my favorite to ever come out of Humongous Entertainment, which is saying something.”
“I hope one day that the company realizes its soundtrack for the Pajama Sam games.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its abundance of secrets and varied gameplay experiences, ensuring that players discover new elements with each playthrough. The dynamic nature of gameplay, including the randomization of key features, enhances the enjoyment and encourages multiple runs.
“There are tons of secrets and tidbits to explore everywhere, and you will not find everything on your first run, encouraging replayability.”
“Having the gameplay change is part of what makes these games so replayable; it is worth the time, because you gain something new with each additional playthrough.”
“I love how whenever you play a new game you can get a different gameplay option which makes it replayable, which is a huge plus!”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users characterize the emotional aspect of the game as wholesome, healthy, and hearty, suggesting it evokes positive feelings and fosters a sense of warmth and well-being.
