Pico Park
- May 7, 2021
- TECOPARK
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"Pico Park" is a 2-8 player cooperative puzzle-platformer game. Players control tiny characters, working together to solve puzzles and navigate through levels by pushing boxes, switching switches, and carrying keys. Communication and teamwork are essential to complete each challenge and reach the goal within the time limit.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Cloud
NVIDIA GeForce NOW
Reviews
- humor328 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -1 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in "Pico Park" is a standout feature, with players consistently highlighting the game's ability to generate uncontrollable laughter and chaotic fun, especially when played with friends. The combination of cute graphics, frustrating puzzles, and the inevitable mishaps that occur during cooperative play leads to hilarious moments, often resulting in players crying from laughter or experiencing "rage game" humor. Overall, it’s described as a perfect party game that tests friendships while providing endless comedic entertainment.
“Played it with my brother and we cried laughing.”
“This game is so funny and it's got cattos, what more could you ask for.”
“We had to stop the game because we all felt sick from laughing so hard.”
“There are some attempts at humor, but they often fall flat.”
“The jokes are hit or miss, and many just don't land.”
“While there are moments of humor, they are few and far between.”
- gameplay132 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Pico Park is characterized by its chaotic yet charming cooperative mechanics, making it enjoyable for players of all ages, especially in multiplayer settings. While the game features a variety of puzzles and mechanics that keep the experience fresh, some players note that the gameplay can become repetitive and is relatively short, typically lasting around 2-4 hours. Overall, it offers a fun and engaging experience, particularly when played with friends, despite some technical issues and simplistic controls.
“The combination of cooperative gameplay, charming graphics, and replayability makes it a fun and worthwhile experience, especially when played with friends.”
“Each level introduces novel mechanics and twists that force players to rethink their strategies and explore alternative solutions.”
“From its charming pixel art style to its simple yet addictive gameplay, this game is pure joy.”
“Gameplay aside, the controls are bad.”
“The gameplay is incredibly basic, everything feels like it was put together last minute, and the whole experience felt unrewarding.”
“The game has no mechanics, the music is repetitive and will haunt your dreams.”
- music100 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game is often described as catchy and charming, with a nostalgic 8-bit style that complements the cute graphics and chaotic gameplay. However, many players find the soundtrack repetitive and irritating over extended play sessions, leading to mixed feelings about its overall impact on the gaming experience. While some appreciate the upbeat tunes as a source of motivation, others warn that the music can become overwhelming and even drive players to frustration.
“The soundtrack alone makes it all worth it.”
“Adorable art & music: the cute pixel art and catchy tunes are a perfect match.”
“The simplistic yet adorable pixel art and cheerful music allows you to have a pretty soothing co-op experience.”
“Two hours in and we finally figured out how to turn the music off.”
“The music is repetitive and will haunt your dreams.”
“The soundtrack is a single loop that will forever be in my nightmares.”
- graphics67 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming pixel art style that is both cute and visually appealing, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere. While some reviews mention technical issues and simplicity, the overall aesthetic is praised for its engaging and whimsical design, making it enjoyable for multiplayer experiences. Despite mixed opinions on the graphics' quality, many players appreciate the art style's ability to complement the gameplay and evoke fun moments.
“The game features a charming pixel art style that is both cute and visually appealing.”
“The colorful graphics and simple character designs add to the game’s lighthearted and whimsical atmosphere.”
“Its pixelated graphics complement the simplicity of the mechanics and improve the game as a whole.”
“I was looking forward to a cute platformer to play with my boyfriend and I was met with irritating levels that just aren't fun, annoying repetitive music and horrible sound effects, lackluster graphics, and barely functioning controls.”
“Worst game ever created; the graphics look like an Atari console died and came back to life.”
“Shitty graphics, but the most hilarious game I've played with friends in a long time!!”
- story57 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The reviews for "Pico Park" consistently highlight the absence of a traditional story or narrative, with many players noting that this lack may not appeal to everyone. However, the game's focus on teamwork and engaging gameplay compensates for the missing storyline, making it a fun experience for friends. Overall, while some players express a desire for a more developed narrative, the game's enjoyment stems primarily from its cooperative mechanics rather than a compelling plot.
“It made me cry on how beautiful the graphics are and also the story.”
“Great graphics and an amazing back story 9/10”
“A very fun bonding experience that my therapist will hear about <3 lovely story of lag, breaking my keyboard trying to get it to work, and the near ending of three lovely friendships.”
“Pico Park does not have a traditional story or narrative.”
“However, this game doesn't have a plot, so I definitely wouldn't recommend it for people looking for a story-driven game.”
“I wish they had added something more to it, a story or something to change it up and make the experience enjoyable - hell, a reason for us being there solving puzzles.”
- emotional43 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game elicits a wide range of feelings, from laughter to deep sadness, often leading players to cry both from joy and frustration. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to create intense emotional experiences, whether through its engaging gameplay or the social dynamics it fosters among friends. Overall, players describe it as a rollercoaster of emotions, combining wholesome moments with instances of stress and emotional turmoil.
“This game made me cry, my stomach hurts so bad. What an amazing game, and I've only played it with 2 other people. I can't wait to play this with 8.”
“Actually the sweetest game ever. The ending made me cry :( 5/5 stars, the developers did a great job :D”
“I laughed, I cried, then I laughed and cried some more.”
- replayability19 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
Overall, "Pico Park" offers a mixed bag in terms of replayability. While many players enjoy the game with friends and find the multiplayer experience chaotic and fun, the limited number of levels and predictable puzzles lead to a consensus that replayability is low once the game is completed. Suggestions for improvement include adding more levels or a level creation tool to enhance replay value.
“Replayability: 8/10. Pico Park offers good replay value, especially when played with friends.”
“The multiplayer aspect adds to the game’s replayability, as each playthrough can be a unique and chaotic experience.”
“The combination of cooperative gameplay, charming graphics, and replayability makes it a fun and worthwhile experience, especially when played with friends.”
“The only bad thing is its size and no replayability, which means that for the next session, you will need to find something else to play.”
“This was a very fun game but it has almost no replayability because you would already know how to solve the puzzle after one playthrough.”
“Not much replayability once you've played the levels once, and there are only around 25 or so.”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Players consistently express that grinding in the game is extremely time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time and effort. While it can become tedious, especially after repeated failures, many still find the overall experience enjoyable.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“It can get tedious if a level is failed over and over, but all in all very fun.”
- optimization7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The optimization of Pico Park, currently in early access, has received mixed reviews, with a performance rating of 7.5/10. While some players report technical issues and occasional bugs, the game generally runs smoothly on most devices, though it can be demanding on performance. Overall, the game's success relies heavily on the collective performance of all players involved.
“Visually, this game may seem modest, but it effectively captures the essence of the game and runs smoothly on most devices.”
“Pico Park is a fun 2D 2-8 multiplayer puzzle platformer game where finishing the level depends on the performance of all the players.”
“The game is a bit demanding in terms of performance, but otherwise, it's quite enjoyable.”
“To call your performance disgraceful would be an understatement.”
“Your performance was not only a personal embarrassment to you but also a significant detriment to our team.”
“The game is a bit demanding in terms of performance, but otherwise it's okay.”
- stability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 86 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent bugs, latency issues, and crashes, particularly in local play. While some players found the bugs added to the humor and fun of the game, others experienced significant frustration due to the glitches and lost connections. Overall, the game is enjoyable but suffers from notable stability problems.
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes or bugs.”
“I haven't encountered any stability issues during my gameplay.”
“The performance is consistent, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
“Fun, but has weird latency and lag issues, plus crashes and glitches often.”
“Game itself is nice and funny, but the controls are incredibly buggy.”
“Local play is very buggy.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Pico Park's atmosphere is characterized by its colorful graphics and whimsical character designs, which create a lighthearted and engaging environment. The game's cooperative elements foster camaraderie and excitement, often leading to chaotic and humorous moments that enhance its appeal as a party game. Overall, the combination of vibrant visuals and interactive gameplay results in a memorable and enjoyable atmosphere.
“The colorful graphics and simple character designs add to the game’s lighthearted and whimsical atmosphere.”
“Pico Park successfully creates an atmosphere that encourages cooperative play and fosters a sense of camaraderie among players, resulting in memorable and enjoyable gaming sessions.”
“The co-op elements also result in most levels devolving into constant screaming whenever someone messes up, but this adds to the atmosphere, making Pico Park more of a party game instead of a traditional, more slow and thoughtful puzzle platformer.”
“The score, the goofiness of the character designs, and the confusing aura of a colorless atmosphere that somehow fits in a palette so colorful.”
“The co-op elements also result in most levels devolving into constant screaming whenever someone messes up, since all players need to play well in order to finish the game, but this is to the game's benefit, since it adds to the atmosphere, making Pico Park more of a party game instead of a traditional, more slow and thoughtful puzzle platformer.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is characterized by its lighthearted and whimsical atmosphere, enhanced by colorful graphics and simple character designs. The goofiness of the characters contributes to a unique charm, creating a playful yet confusing experience that aligns with the vibrant visual palette.
“The colorful graphics and simple character designs add to the game’s lighthearted and whimsical atmosphere.”
“The score, the goofiness of the character designs, and the confusing aura of a colorless atmosphere that somehow fit in a palette so colorful.”
“The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
“I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, leaving me wanting more complexity.”
“The characters seem one-dimensional, and their growth throughout the game is minimal at best.”
