- May 26, 2021
- Cereal Games
Pecaminosa
Platforms
About
Pecaminosa is a Police Action RPG, based on a Film Noir concept with a Pixel Art aesthetic. As John Souza – a former detective succumbed to the pleasures of alcohol and flesh – you will explore the city and its environs, as well as chase and fight ordinary thieves, smart criminals, and even some forces of… the occult. Pecaminosa is a dark and gambling city that smells of death, sex, and gunpowder…







- The game features a rich and immersive atmosphere with stunning pixel art and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the noir experience.
- The writing is entertaining, filled with humor and pop culture references, and the characters are well-developed, making the story engaging.
- Combat is enjoyable with a mix of RPG elements, creative boss fights, and rewarding exploration that encourages players to discover hidden secrets.
- The game can be frustratingly difficult, especially during boss fights, which may lead to a sense of unfairness and potential soft-lock situations.
- Navigation can be confusing due to a lack of clear hints or prompts, making it easy for players to get lost or miss important interactions.
- The linear progression and limited side quests can make the gameplay feel repetitive and restrict player choice, diminishing the overall experience.
- story34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The story of "Pecaminosa" is a gritty, noir-inspired narrative centered around an ex-cop navigating a world filled with crime and moral ambiguity, featuring a straightforward quest structure with limited branching paths. While the game boasts engaging characters and a rich atmosphere, some players find the plot lacking depth and the quest system confusing, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the immersive storytelling and captivating soundtrack contribute to a compelling gameplay experience for fans of the genre.
“Pecaminosa gives you what they told you were going to have: rich story, immersive ambiance, amazing soundtrack, fun boss battles, and some dry humor... which was very welcome.”
“The story of Pecaminosa will grab your attention from start to finish with its deep narrative, and the pixel graphics are pretty detailed as well, making it enjoyable all around!”
“It's an unusual start to a hard-boiled noir detective story, and certainly not what I expected, but it certainly hooked me in!”
“There isn't much plot because you don't get to know much from the main character nor the side characters.”
“There is, it seems, only a single quest - go to A, go to B, go to C - with no deviation or branching, no puzzle - you're simply moving left and right and flipping a switch to 'true'.”
“The noir-style speech begins to wear thin when very little overall story or plot appears.”