Pep-Pel
- September 14, 2023
- SlugGlove
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Reviews
- Pep-Pel features very fun and refined gameplay, with a satisfying learning curve that rewards mastery over time.
- Each level is unique and offers a variety of challenges, making the game engaging and addictive.
- The game has a charming art style and impressive content for its price, including collectibles and multiple skins.
- The controls can feel floaty and imprecise, leading to frustrating moments during precision platforming.
- Some levels have pacing issues that can disrupt the flow of gameplay, requiring players to slow down unexpectedly.
- Collision detection can be inconsistent, particularly with hazards, which may lead to unfair deaths.
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Pep-pel is characterized by its fast-paced, refined mechanics and unique level designs that introduce various challenges and gimmicks. While the game rewards players for mastering its mechanics, some levels can slow down the pacing, particularly those with puzzle elements. Overall, the experience is engaging and reminiscent of classic platformers, despite minor technical issues.
“Very fun and refined gameplay.”
“Each level has its own gimmick and mechanic, which makes them all unique, and the art style is painted and looks nice.”
“Pep-pel is a fun, fast-paced momentum platformer with plenty of unique gameplay mechanics that feel satisfying and fulfilling to use.”
“The gameplay is fast, which usually means you'll die constantly.”
“However, there are times where the pacing will grind down to a halt where you are forced to proceed with a specific mechanic or you are just forced to wait in general.”
“This is magnified in the mechanical level that features puzzle-like mechanics that you have to work through more slowly.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its catchiness and quality, with players expressing a desire for an official soundtrack release on platforms like Steam. Many fans anticipated the game not only for its art style but also for its impressive music, especially considering it was created by a single developer.
“I was mainly anticipating this game's release for the excellent art style and soundtrack, which is still on-point.”
“Considering this whole game was made by one person is also just amazing, with the exception of some cool voice acting and very catchy music.”
“I'd love to be able to download these songs and play them while I'm going about my day-to-day life!”
“The soundtrack is great, but it would be even better if it were officially released on Steam, perhaps as optional DLC (either free or paid).”
“I would love to be able to download these songs and play them while I'm going about my day-to-day life!”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a distinctive art style that many players find appealing, contributing to its overall charm despite a somewhat homemade quality. The visuals, along with the soundtrack, enhance the game's atmosphere and are a significant draw for fans.
“I was mainly anticipating this game's release for the excellent art style and soundtrack, which is still on point.”
“Sure, the graphics might have a homemade charm, but that's part of its appeal.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, making the game feel unrefined.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story follows a magician whose greed for relics drives the plot, highlighting themes of ambition and the consequences of desire.
“The plot revolves around a magician who became a little greedy in her pursuit of relics.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative flow.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone in the game.”
