Peachleaf Pirates

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Peachleaf Pirates is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Dog Kiss Studio and was released on September 27, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Peachleaf Pirates is a multiplayer action-adventure game set in a vibrant world of floating islands. Assemble a crew, command a pirate ship, and explore the skies to discover hidden treasures, fight enemies, and uncover the secrets of the Peachleaf Sea. Work together to manage your ship's resources, customize your vessel, and become a formidable pirate captain.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

story8 positive mentions

grinding35 negative mentions

Charming storytelling with humorous dialogue and quirky characters that add to the game's appeal.
Engaging gameplay that combines farming, combat, and point-and-click adventure elements, providing a unique experience.
Affordable price point makes it a great value for players looking for a casual and entertaining game.

Grindy mechanics and unclear goals lead to a lack of motivation and replay value, making progress feel tedious.
UI and control issues, such as overlapping actions and poor inventory management, detract from the overall experience.
The game feels unfinished with many bugs and a lack of depth in its systems, leading to frustration during gameplay.

story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Peachleaf Pirates" features a lighthearted point-and-click adventure with a main quest that can be completed in about one to two hours, but it suffers from abrupt conclusions and vague side quests that often feel disconnected from the main narrative. While the game showcases charming characters and humor, many players find the quest mechanics frustrating due to unclear objectives and a lack of effective tracking for side quests. Overall, the narrative is seen as enjoyable yet incomplete, with some players wishing for a more cohesive and engaging storytelling experience.
- “Upon playing, I could feel the heart and soul that went into its simple retro-styled graphics, and its lighthearted point-and-click adventure story sets it apart from the post-COVID market saturation of cozy farming simulations.”
- “The main story consists of a variety of point-and-click style puzzles full of dad jokes in which Joe ends up thwarting an evil wizard from the island.”
- “Peachleaf Pirates is an enchanting game that takes you on a thrilling adventure on the high seas, offering a charming story, engaging gameplay, and vibrant visuals.”
- “It has some stiff mechanics and the story often feels like it trips over itself while trying to reach a conclusion.”
- “After 20 hours, I give up on this 'point and click RPG' parts of the game. It's not clear at all what to do; I see multiple side quests but they aren't logged in the journal. I spend 40 minutes to complete a quest to save a parrot only to find out it didn't continue the story at all and only gave me a discount at a shop I no longer need to use.”
- “To make it worse, the story is incomplete. It claims that the story will be told in another game, but since I could finish the story in about 1.1 hours, I feel that it would be better if it was included in this game instead.”
grinding
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of "Peachleaf Pirates" has received mixed feedback, with many players finding the farming mechanics tedious and reminiscent of other farming sims like "Stardew Valley." While some enjoy the combination of farming, combat, and point-and-click elements, others criticize the repetitive nature of the gameplay and the lack of meaningful integration between these mechanics. Overall, the game offers a charming experience but may frustrate those who dislike grinding in farming simulations.
- “Farming is the most boring part of it, and the fact it looks so much like a Stardew Valley clone in the beginning probably turns a lot of people away.”
- “But the process of progressing, as I have already written, is extremely tedious.”
- “The farming and combat section feels useless, especially since you can finish the game without it.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a blend of farming simulation, combat, and RPG elements, reminiscent of titles like Stardew Valley and The Secret of Monkey Island. While it offers a variety of activities such as gathering, crafting, and combat, players note that the mechanics can feel repetitive and grindy, with some UI and storytelling issues detracting from the overall experience. Despite its shortcomings, the unique combination of genres provides an intriguing, if somewhat monotonous, gameplay experience.
- “The largest chunk of gameplay exists as the standard Stardew Valley-styled farming simulation.”
- “I don't recall that being a feature in other farm sims I have played previously, and it was an interesting mechanic to further micromanage the farm.”
- “Gameplay involves gathering/foraging, chopping wood, mining, growing crops, taking care of animals, crafting, fishing, quests, and combat.”
- “It has some stiff mechanics and the story often feels like it trips over itself while trying to reach a conclusion.”
- “All the gameplay mechanics are very monotonous and repetitive.”
- “But there are still 100 (!) identical levels of boring, exhausting gameplay.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, featuring self-aware and outlandish jokes that resonate well with some players, while others find the humor childish and hit-or-miss. It incorporates quirky elements reminiscent of classic adventure games, with a blend of funny gags and references that enhance the overall experience, particularly for those who enjoy lighthearted, pirate-themed narratives. However, the effectiveness of the humor may vary depending on individual tastes, with some players appreciating its silliness and others feeling it detracts from gameplay.
- “This game also has some humorous Monkey Island point-and-click puzzle bits, and you can learn voodoo (!!!) and upgrade your spells.”
- “Lots of self-aware, outlandish humor.”
- “Great content, nicely updated fighting system, and a quirky, funny storyline.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a simple, minimalistic pixel art style that is both colorful and reminiscent of classic titles like Stardew Valley and Monkey Island. While some players find the graphical style annoying and lacking depth, others appreciate the heart and charm it brings to the lighthearted adventure. Overall, the visuals contribute to a vibrant and engaging experience, despite mixed opinions on their execution.
- “Upon playing, I could feel the heart and soul that went into its simple retro-styled graphics, and its lighthearted point-and-click adventure story sets it apart from the post-COVID market saturation of cozy farming simulations.”
- “The game is made in a minimalistic pixel art style.”
- “Peachleaf Pirates is an enchanting game that takes you on a thrilling adventure on the high seas, offering a charming story, engaging gameplay, and vibrant visuals.”
- “The graphical style is annoying.”
- “Those cryptic graphics need to be offset by something actually good.”
- “If I had to go with my hunch, this game doesn't have it, and I am most likely going to dislike it for lacking content and a non-torturous graphical style.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is highly praised for its memorable soundtrack and enjoyable sound design, which players find themselves recalling long after playing. The combination of a captivating theme and customization options enhances the immersive experience of living a pirate's life, especially in cooperative multiplayer settings.
- “The music and sounds are very enjoyable for me as well.”
- “Even though it has been months since I put hours into playing this game, I still find myself hearing the theme song in my head.”
- “With a memorable soundtrack, customization options, and cooperative multiplayer, it immerses you in a pirate's life.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is characterized as simple and somewhat primitive, yet it effectively evokes a rich tropical island ambiance.
- “It looks simple, at times even primitive, but it is able to create a rich and immersive tropical island atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world that feels alive and vibrant.”
- “Every sound and visual detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after you put the game down.”
- “It looks simple, at times even primitive, but it is able to create at least a shade of a thick tropical island atmosphere.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is criticized for its lack of replayability, with gameplay described as flat and offering little incentive to revisit once completed. While speedrunning may provide some challenge, the overall experience feels too easy, especially if players rely on guides. Given its low price point, expectations for replay value may be limited.
- “If you min/max by looking up data or guides, the game would be way too easy, so there probably isn't a ton of replayability beyond speedruns, but then this is a $7 game, so what did you expect?”
- “Everything you do in the game is flat and has zero replay value.”
- “If you min/max by looking up data or guides, the game becomes way too easy, so there probably isn't a ton of replayability beyond speedruns. But then again, this is a $7 game, so what did you expect?”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the emotional connection fostered by the developer's dedication to engaging with the community, highlighting the rarity of such personalized attention in the gaming industry. This responsiveness enhances the overall emotional experience, making players feel valued and heard.
- “Firstly, I'd like to say a heartfelt thank you because it is very rare to see a developer take the time to answer every single one of their players' questions or bug fixes/problems.”