Pedigree Tactics

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Pedigree Tactics is a combination Tactical RPG/Monster-breeder. Embark on a journey across a whimsical fantasy world with a cast of over 100 hand-drawn creatures to recruit and fuse. Each one has a unique set of abilities, resistances, and weaknesses across 11 elemental types. Battle in turn-based combat across over 20 maps, including elemental hazards that you'll have to adapt to or work aro…

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Role Playing

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The hand-drawn graphics and unique art style are charming and reminiscent of classic RPGs.
The monster-collecting and fusing mechanics provide a fun and engaging gameplay experience.
Recent updates have addressed many bugs and quality of life issues, making the game more enjoyable.

Combat is overly simplistic, with limited tactical options and a lack of complexity in battles.
The game suffers from bugs and missing quality of life features, which can hinder the overall experience.
The difficulty level is too easy, making it less challenging and potentially less rewarding for players.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay features a fun and interesting core concept, particularly with its tactical mechanics and monster-fusing system, reminiscent of classic titles like Final Fantasy Tactics. However, it suffers from overly simplistic combat and a lack of depth in tactical options, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite some initial reservations about the art style, players find the charm and variety in party compositions to be a significant draw.
- “Your core gameplay and idea is fun and interesting, but it's so smothered by the other issues.”
- “I've always wanted a tactical game with breed mechanics, and it's a tactical game with breed mechanics!”
- “With plenty of puns, spells, buffs, debuffs, and an endless amount of party compositions due to its monster-fusing mechanics, it's a criminal act to not have it in your library for the price it demands.”
- “The combat is too simplistic; the lack of facing, terrain modifiers, height mechanics, and equip-able or consumable items makes it quite two-dimensional with limited tactical options.”
- “While the art style may be off-putting to some at first, its charm quickly grows on you and is reminiscent of Dragon Quest in its flavor, but the gameplay feels lacking for those yearning for another Final Fantasy Tactics.”
- “With plenty of puns, spells, buffs, debuffs, and an endless amount of party compositions due to its monster-fusing mechanics, the gameplay feels overwhelming and chaotic rather than enjoyable.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game's hand-drawn graphics are widely praised for their charm and uniqueness, drawing comparisons to classic titles like Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy Tactics. While some players may initially find the art style offputting, many appreciate its humor and the enjoyable experience of collecting and fusing monsters, leading to a positive overall reception.
- “I couldn't resist playing this rarity with such hand-drawn graphics.”
- “Really charming art style and fun to collect and fuse monsters.”
- “While the art style may be off-putting to some at first, its charm quickly grows on you and is reminiscent of Dragon Quest in its flavor, and the gameplay feels right at home for those yearning for another Final Fantasy Tactics.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The story is engaging and enjoyable, taking about four hours to complete, with a nostalgic charm reminiscent of Dragon Quest. While the art style may initially be off-putting, it ultimately adds to the overall experience, appealing to fans of tactical gameplay similar to Final Fantasy Tactics.
- “Took me about 4 hours to beat the main story, but I had fun the whole way and I haven't unlocked every monster yet.”
- “While the art style may be off-putting to some at first, its charm quickly grows on you and is reminiscent of Dragon Quest in its flavor.”
- “The gameplay feels right at home for those yearning for another Final Fantasy Tactics.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the humor in the game, noting that it is complemented by a unique art style that enhances the overall fun experience.
- “I think the art and humor are great; I've never played a game with this art style before, and it's fun.”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I love how the game combines clever jokes with its unique art style, creating a truly entertaining experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players note that the addition of quality of life features has significantly enhanced the game's replayability, making it more enjoyable and accessible than before.
- “The game offers a variety of paths and choices, making each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
- “With multiple endings and character builds, I find myself coming back to explore different strategies.”
- “The addition of new challenges and events keeps the gameplay fresh, encouraging me to replay it often.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that Pedigree Tactics suffers from significant bugs and lacks essential quality of life features, making it unplayable in its current state.
- “Pedigree Tactics is currently far too buggy and lacks many basic quality of life features to be worth playing in its current state.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
- “I encountered numerous glitches that disrupted gameplay, which severely impacted my overall experience.”