Pepe Porcupine

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Pepe Porcupine is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by EnsenaSoft and was released on June 6, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

Pepe Porcupine works the nightshift in a warehouse and needs your help! Each night his job is to move crates into position in a confined area with the least amount of work.

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49%

Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews

music5 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a colorful UI and a cartoon porcupine, which adds a charming aesthetic to the classic Sokoban puzzle mechanics.
Some players found the puzzles to be challenging and engaging, providing a decent level of enjoyment for puzzle enthusiasts.
The game is relatively low in size and can run well on various systems, making it accessible to a wider audience.

The controls are laggy and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences as the character often moves slowly or fails to respond to inputs.
The graphics and animations are considered subpar, with many players describing them as ugly and lacking polish.
The music and sound effects are repetitive and annoying, detracting from the overall experience and making it hard to enjoy the game.

music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the inclusion of classical pieces that enhance the gameplay experience, while others criticize it as repetitive and annoying. Many users find the music either unremarkable or poorly suited to the game's atmosphere, leading to an overall negative impression. However, a few highlight the effective use of soundtracks that resonate emotionally, suggesting that the music's quality varies significantly across different aspects of the game.
- “The music in the game is fantastic; it's playing classical music at full volume, giving more life to the overwhelming puzzles.”
- “It appears to be playing the song 'Gloria' by Antonio Vivaldi, which in my eyes is a masterpiece.”
- “The graphics and music are astonishing for the price of the game, and the game runs a lot better than many games on Steam.”
- “Its paltry music selections leave much to be desired.”
- “If the keyboard delay won't drive you crazy, the music that can't be stopped will do for sure.”
- “Sluggish animations and repetitive music and sound will make the experience an overall negative one compared to other box pushers available.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the 3D elements and vibrant art style that enhance the gameplay experience, while others criticize the visuals as grotesque and abysmal, detracting from overall enjoyment. Despite some positive remarks about the graphics being a step up from traditional 2D sokoban games, many users find the visuals disappointing and poorly executed. Overall, the graphical quality appears inconsistent, leading to a polarized reception among players.
- “The graphics are fantastic; they have gone for a 3D-2D style, meaning that it's a top-down game, but the protagonist (Pepe) and the boxes have a sort of three-dimensional shape to them, giving them more life.”
- “The graphics and music are astonishing for the price of the game, and the game runs a lot better than many other games on Steam.”
- “Everything in it is fantastic: the gameplay right through to the art style, the scenes were perfectly set, and the soundtrack was perfectly in sync with what you were feeling.”
- “It has bad visuals, unpleasant music, and slow movement.”
- “Grotesque graphics, terrible music typical of Ensenasoft.”
- “Abysmal graphics, annoying music, and sluggish movement.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story. While some players appreciate the engaging narrative and character development, particularly in the context of a prequel that honors its predecessor, others criticize the lack of depth and coherence, suggesting that certain elements feel like mere tools for gameplay rather than integral parts of a compelling story. Overall, the storytelling quality varies significantly among different players' experiences.
- “Pepe Porcupine immediately throws the player into an endearing and well-executed story about our protagonist Pepe.”
- “This is an incredibly insightful game filled with challenging puzzles, simple controls, and a riveting story that will keep you on the edge of your seat.”
- “I have reason to believe that Pepe Porcupine is merely a tool of the oppressor, a personification of Theory X, and the upholder of Big Sokoban's modus operandi (likely in tandem with Big Logistics, but that's a story for another review).”
- “It is not easy to make a fantastic prequel on top of an already well-established story. A big pat on the back for Deck Nine for managing to keep up with Dontnod’s vision and really throwing us back into the atmosphere we all know and love. At first, it seemed very different in how you play as Chloe, and it takes a chapter to really get used to her playstyle.”
- “No story.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging experience and emotional depth, with players reflecting on their choices and replaying episodes for a more satisfying outcome. However, some users noted a lack of new mechanics as the game progresses, and occasional technical issues, such as character movement delays. Overall, it offers a rich and enjoyable experience, particularly for fans of the genre.
- “Everything in it is fantastic: the gameplay right through to the art style, the scenes were perfectly set, the soundtrack being perfectly in sync to what you were feeling while staying true to the original's soul-touching tracks. The burden of waiting impatiently for the next episode to release really made you reflect on your decisions and play the episode over a couple of times, but still never being completely satisfied with the choices you made.”
- “9.5 - much more enjoyable than most of its genre, you can get about 4 hours of gameplay just by clicking everything in sight.”
- “If you're reading this review and have not purchased the original game, I urge you to; the gameplay is life-changing and you can purchase it for about $5.”
- “There are no new mechanics introduced as you progress.”
- “Sometimes during gameplay, Pepe refuses to move for a few seconds.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its strong connection to the original, successfully capturing the familiar essence that fans love. Reviewers commend the incredible attention to detail and the immersive experience that invites players to engage deeply with the story. Overall, it creates a nostalgic yet fresh environment that enhances the gameplay.
- “Incredible attention to detail, replicating the atmosphere of the original.”
- “Strong atmosphere, very familiar to the first game; an experience you would want to share.”
- “It is not easy to make a fantastic prequel on top of an already well-established story. A big pat on the back for Deck Nine for managing to keep up with Dontnod’s vision and really throwing us back into the atmosphere we all know and love.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its deep narrative and character development, with players experiencing a mix of reflection and dissatisfaction regarding their choices. While the game promises an emotional journey, some feel it falls short by reinforcing existing power structures rather than providing a transformative experience. The attention to detail in character interactions and the evocative soundtrack further enhance the emotional engagement, making players connect with the characters' struggles and triumphs.
- “Everything in it is fantastic: the gameplay right through to the art style, the scenes were perfectly set, and the soundtrack was in sync with what you were feeling while staying true to the original's soul-touching tracks. The burden of waiting impatiently for the next episode to release really made you reflect on your decisions and replay the episode multiple times, yet you still never felt completely satisfied with the choices you made.”
- “From the very first minutes, the game shows the utmost focus and attention to detail: Chloe is just like Max in the way she comments on every little thing, allowing us to laugh at her weird experiences and grimace at all of her heartbreaking emotions.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and unenjoyable, leading to a negative overall experience.
- “Unbelievably tedious and terrible”
- “The grinding feels endless and monotonous.”
- “It's a chore that takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations, leading to an inconsistent experience for users.
- “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I love how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making it easy to adjust settings for the best experience.”
- “The game's optimization really shines, providing a seamless experience with minimal loading times and stable frame rates.”
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end hardware, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I constantly experience frame drops and stuttering, which ruins the immersion.”
- “The lack of optimization means long loading times and frequent crashes, making it nearly unplayable.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the replayability of the game to be high, thanks to its diverse gameplay mechanics, multiple endings, and various character choices that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many reviewers appreciate the added content and updates that enhance the experience, making it worthwhile to revisit. However, some note that certain elements may feel repetitive after several runs.
- “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play it again. The story doesn't change, and the side quests feel repetitive.”
- “After finishing the main storyline, I found myself with no desire to replay it. The lack of meaningful choices really limits replayability.”
- “The game offers a few different endings, but they aren't significantly different enough to warrant multiple playthroughs.”