Pickle Pete: Survivor

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Pickle Pete: Survivor is a single player arcade role playing game. It received positive reviews from players.

Roguelike auto-shooter with a pickle hero!

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 6,626 reviews

gameplay145 positive mentions

monetization692 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, with a variety of weapons and upgrades.
Ads are optional and not intrusive, allowing for a smooth gameplay experience.
The developers are responsive and frequently update the game with new content.

Recent updates have nerfed rewards and increased difficulty, making progression frustrating.
There are issues with the game freezing or crashing, especially after watching ads.
The game can feel grindy, requiring repetitive play to progress without spending money.

monetization
856 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
4%
81%
The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the absence of forced ads and the option to watch ads for rewards. While some users express frustration over the length and frequency of ads, many highlight that in-app purchases, including a one-time fee to remove ads, enhance the gameplay experience without being necessary for progression. Overall, the game strikes a balance between optional monetization and enjoyable gameplay, though concerns about rising prices and potential cash grab tactics have been noted.
- “In-app purchases are helpful but aren't necessary to progress.”
- “Very fun + respectable monetization.”
- “Great game with non-predatory monetization.”
- “The game is fun but too many ads and $16.99 to remove is way too much.”
- “Just another cool game lost to cash grabbing... uninstaller when it got impossible to progress.”
- “This game is an awful clone of brotato that also adds in ads & p2w mechanics to make any decent progress.”
gameplay
248 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
40%
2%
The gameplay is widely praised for its addictive nature, smooth mechanics, and engaging variety, with many players appreciating the blend of simple controls and complex strategies. While some users express concerns about balance and monetization tactics, the overall experience is enhanced by polished graphics and a nostalgic soundtrack. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to keep players entertained for extended periods, making it a standout in the mobile gaming landscape.
- “The pixelated graphics and old-school soundtrack take you back to the golden era of gaming, while the intense survival gameplay keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “I like this game... the basic gameplay is very simple, but the combinations of weapons and gear and mutations make for a surprisingly complex experience.”
- “Addictive roguelite gameplay, multiple possible character builds, memorable art and humor, and flawlessly executed mechanics.”
- “Now it's become terrible, and it's constantly degrading both in quality of gameplay and in the amount of money you have to spend on it.”
- “The gameplay makes it almost impossible to finish boss fights, as if the enemies' damage is much higher.”
- “Suffers from a lack of imagination in gameplay and forced difficulty to milk sales from frustrated players.”
music
130 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
36%
2%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its quality, variety, and ability to enhance the gaming experience. While the soundtrack is often described as fantastic and fitting, some users have reported issues with music playback, such as it continuing to play despite being muted. Overall, the game's music is considered one of its standout features, contributing significantly to its appeal.
- “The pixelated graphics and old-school soundtrack take you back to the golden era of gaming, while the intense survival gameplay keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “The soundtrack is amazing and I have so much fun playing this game.”
- “This game is legit, the music has no right being that good.”
- “Only to get back on the game and find the settings still off, but the music and sounds still playing.”
- “If you turn the sound effects and music all the way down, it will still play both every time you leave the game and come back unless you go in and turn both volumes up then back down.”
- “Liked the game but I usually listen to songs while playing this game, so I mute all the background music and sound of this game, but after 5 minutes the music and sound starts playing by itself.”
graphics
119 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
24%
3%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their charming, cartoonish art style and smooth performance, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the nostalgic pixelated visuals and the overall aesthetic, which enhances the game's fun and addictive nature. Overall, the graphics are described as top-notch, well-designed, and a significant highlight of the game.
- “The pixelated graphics and old-school soundtrack take you back to the golden era of gaming, while the intense survival gameplay keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “The graphics, music, and gameplay mechanics are outstanding!”
- “The visuals are top notch and the gameplay experience is smooth.”
- “Okay game, simple graphics.”
- “Graphics are cool but the controls are horrible.”
- “Vampire survivors, 20 mins to dawn style game, you don't actually aim in this one from what I've seen, balancing, gameplay and artwork are better in either of the others, not worth the download to me in its current state if it can't set itself apart with something it's just a shoddy imitation.”
humor
89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in this game is widely praised, with players highlighting its hilarious characters, clever premises, and amusing graphics. Many reviews note the game's ability to keep players engaged through its comedic elements, such as quirky weapon choices and funny sound design. Overall, the game is described as both addictive and entertaining, making it a standout for those who appreciate humor in gaming.
- “The whole theme of the game is hilarious.”
- “Plus it's pretty hilarious watching your pickle, hot dog, banana, etc. fight all these monsters coming at you from every direction.”
- “Hilarious with all the stuff you can have.”
grinding
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The reviews indicate that the game features a significant amount of grinding, particularly at higher levels, which can lead to frustration for players, especially those who prefer a free-to-play experience. While some players appreciate the pacing and variety of game modes that make grinding more tolerable, many express dissatisfaction with recent updates that have increased the grind and reduced rewards, making progression feel tedious and unbalanced. Overall, the consensus is that while grinding is a common aspect of the game, it can detract from the overall enjoyment, especially when it becomes excessively demanding.
- “I don't mind spending money on the games I love, but the game needs to be fun and not tedious.”
- “It isn't too grindy to get stronger.”
- “The biggest downside was the grind, which was tedious.”
- “What was a somewhat difficult path to gear and upgrades has become insultingly tedious.”
- “I've decided to uninstall after grinding to get almost 3 sets of legendary equipment because it feels like they just abandoned caring about making a fun game and now just want to make money like all the other gacha games.”
story
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
64%
4%
The game's story is generally appreciated for its creative premise and engaging character, particularly the humorous backstory of "Pickle Pete." However, many players express a desire for more narrative depth, such as additional cutscenes, character backstories, and a sense of progression beyond the initial missions, as the story tends to stagnate after the main quests. Overall, while the foundation is strong, players feel that expanding the story elements could enhance their experience significantly.
- “Very creative premise to your story!”
- “The story is really interesting, the game is awesome and it is one of the very few games you can play without paying or watching ads every 2 minutes.”
- “Love the 'origin story'”
- “Once you're done with the main missions, that's it.”
- “There's no progress to the story, which personally would help me stick a bit longer.”
- “Like most mobile games, this starts with a backstory that never progresses and turns into a pointless grind around level 8.”
stability
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players experience issues such as the game freezing after watching ads, being unable to progress past certain levels, and losing control of their characters due to bugs. While some users note that the game can be enjoyable despite these problems, the overall consensus is that stability issues detract from the experience and need urgent attention from the developers.
- “No glitches and easy to play.”
- “Bug-free as well.”
- “The game is challenging, with no glitches or crashes.”
- “I thought if I waited a few months to come back to the game, things would have improved... nope, still buggy and crashy.”
- “Was a good game, now it just crashes constantly. I can hardly make it past level 1 because it glitches and runs into a wall, leaving me with zero control.”
- “The game is great but freezes now after the last update. Please sort this out.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability due to diverse upgrades, engaging gameplay, and a fun art style. However, some users noted that the end game lacks replay value, suggesting a need for more content. Despite this, many find it enjoyable and suitable for quick play sessions, contributing to its replayability appeal.
- “Excellent take on vampire survivor, awesome art style, no stifling ads or annoying notifications, good sense of progression and enough randomization and upgrade diversity to keep replayability high.”
- “A surprisingly great and replayable shooter that I find is perfect for breaks at work due to its quick levels and replayability.”
- “Fun, replayable, easy to learn and smooth gameplay.”
- “It's a lot of fun, but I'm finding that the end game offers very little in replayability.”
- “Solid game, just needs a bit more content and ways to upgrade for replayability.”
- “Has a ton of replayability.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, the game is praised for its solid performance, smooth graphics, and quick loading times, indicating good optimization. However, recent updates have introduced issues that detract from gameplay, particularly in endless mode, suggesting that further optimization may be necessary to enhance user experience.
- “A well thought-out game concept matched with great performance, animation, plot, and fast loading time.”
- “Game runs smoothly on my phone, graphics and sound are nice.”
- “Well optimized app.”
- “It was good until this most recent update where upgrades no longer have any effect on the endless mode. That was the only place they had any benefit. They claim it is for fair play, but you are not playing against anyone, so there is nothing fair or unfair. The better you do is based on your performance in the rest of the game where you can upgrade your abilities, so then you can last longer, but that is no longer a thing.”
- “Performance needs to be optimized.”
- “Maybe more optimization is needed.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is described as a mix of plainness and boredom, yet it is elevated by an impressive soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- “Fun little game with amazing music that builds up the atmosphere.”
- “The immersive environment and stunning visuals create a captivating atmosphere.”
- “The haunting sound design perfectly complements the eerie atmosphere of the game.”
- “The atmosphere feels too plain and boring.”
- “The game lacks any real sense of immersion or atmosphere.”
- “There is a distinct absence of mood or tension in the environment.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is praised for its depth and complexity, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Players find it engaging and enjoyable, with the added challenge of a hard-core mode providing further opportunities for character growth even after completing the main levels.
- “In-depth and complex character design, fun and interesting gameplay, challenging even after you beat all the levels as they open up hardcore mode!”
- “The character development is also fun.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the increasing tension and urgency as players progress through rounds, where the proximity of monsters to the character becomes less forgiving, amplifying feelings of vulnerability and fear. This design choice effectively heightens the emotional stakes, making each encounter feel more intense and impactful.