Pid

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"Pid" is a comedic shooter game featuring single-player and local co-op modes for up to 2 players. The game follows a boy named Kurt, who is stranded on a strange planet and must use gravity beams to solve puzzles and defeat enemies to find his way home. With over 12 hours of gameplay, 22 locations, and a memorable soundtrack, "Pid" offers a unique and immersive action-adventure experience.

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gameplay100 positive mentions

grinding20 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and art design that create an engaging atmosphere.
Interesting story that keeps players invested in the journey.
Challenging gameplay that requires strategic thinking and skillful execution.

Controls can feel sluggish and imprecise, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Difficulty spikes can be punishing, especially in later levels and boss fights.
Checkpoint placement can be unfair, forcing players to redo large sections after dying.

gameplay
276 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
56%
8%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its unique mechanics, particularly the use of gravity-altering beams, which create engaging puzzle-platforming challenges. However, many players find the controls clunky and the pacing slow, leading to frustration during gameplay, especially with the reliance on consumable items and poor checkpoint systems. While the art design and soundtrack are praised, the overall execution of the gameplay mechanics often detracts from the experience, making it a mixed bag for players.
- “It's a great game with fun and unique mechanics as you solve puzzles.”
- “The gameplay is great and it's a pleasure to advance in beautiful levels.”
- “Pid introduces a fun mechanic of antigravity beams to the platformer genre, and even if the story is a little obtuse, it's a stunning game that is a lot of fun to navigate.”
- “The gameplay felt clunky and unresponsive.”
- “While they were able to create some solid mechanics to make a puzzle platformer, the lack of polish on the subtler mechanics shows through.”
- “The game can get incredibly tedious and frustrating with the controls and mechanics.”
graphics
216 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
28%
1%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty and unique art style, often described as charming and atmospheric, with smooth animations and detailed environments. Many reviewers noted that the visuals, complemented by a captivating soundtrack, enhance the overall experience, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics and controls. While the aesthetics are generally considered a highlight, opinions vary on their ability to compensate for the game's other shortcomings.
- “The graphics are enjoyable and beautifully rendered, the style is great, character design and everything are fantastic.”
- “Pid is a lovely 2D platforming puzzle adventure game with a gorgeous visual aesthetic, and a charming, somewhat extraordinary story about a boy who, on his bus ride home from school, gets lost and trapped on a distant planet where the interplanetary traffic has died down for centuries.”
- “The art style is simply amazing and continues to excel the whole game through, the music hits a crescendo in the theater, but is original and well done.”
- “Even on the lowest graphical settings, the performance is mildly laggy.”
- “This game on low graphics has 20 fps.”
- “The story is quite simple, the graphics are pretty, but the controls are a real pain in the ass, which gives you the only difficulty in the whole game.”
story
208 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
44%
3%
The story of the game is generally described as interesting and charming, featuring a light fantasy science-fiction theme that captivates players with its twists and character interactions. However, some reviewers noted issues with awkward dialogue, grammatical errors, and a slow progression that detracts from the overall experience. While the narrative may not be the main focus for everyone, it is often complemented by beautiful visuals and engaging gameplay, making it a worthwhile journey for those who appreciate story-driven platformers.
- “The story and plot are cozy and comforting, revolving around light fantasy science-fiction elements that are charismatic and intriguing, with each twist and turn captivating the player to continue the journey.”
- “Pid is a lovely 2D platforming puzzle adventure game with a gorgeous visual aesthetic, and a charming, somewhat extraordinary story about a boy who, on his bus ride home from school, gets lost and trapped on a distant planet where the interplanetary traffic has died down for centuries.”
- “The story is engaging and charming, and if you can part with half your power to enjoy the game with another human, then more power to you!”
- “I didn't play very far into the story, so maybe it picks up, but first impressions let me down badly; the sentence structure is awkward and clunky, none of the first few characters have any particular charm to them, and I spotted several grammatical mistakes in the first few minutes, all of which make the game feel somewhat unprofessional.”
- “The story is lackluster and forgettable.”
- “The plot is extremely stupid and a lot of it just isn't logical.”
music
197 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
28%
2%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its beautiful, atmospheric, and relaxing qualities that enhance the overall experience. While some found the soundtrack to be repetitive or dull during extended gameplay, the majority highlighted its ability to complement the visuals and gameplay, creating a unique and immersive atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the standout features of the game, contributing significantly to its charm and appeal.
- “The music is utterly amazing, and the visuals are crisp and unique; the controls are even pretty good, unlike what I read in many reviews.”
- “The soundtrack is incredible and is definitely worth checking out even if you have no interest in the game.”
- “The unique visuals and music also create an amazing atmosphere that intrigues the player.”
- “The soft lighting, cartoonish sounds, and flat music can be downright grating at times.”
- “I also found the music, although well polished, to be quite boring.”
- “Very boring, some contrived mechanics and a looped soundtrack that made me feel like I was in an elevator.”
atmosphere
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
17%
6%
The atmosphere of the game is frequently praised for its beautiful graphics, captivating music, and nostalgic or dreamy qualities, creating a unique and immersive experience. However, some players feel that the atmosphere does not align well with the game's difficulty, leading to frustration rather than engagement. Overall, while the game excels in creating a rich and atmospheric world, its challenging mechanics may detract from the enjoyment of that atmosphere for some players.
- “This here has quite the nostalgic flair to it, a dreamlike atmosphere and a killer soundtrack if you like jazzy tunes.”
- “The scenery, music, atmosphere, and gameplay all combine to form this truly unique experience.”
- “Lovely atmosphere, beautifully crafted levels and interesting enemies, in one word: awsomesauce.”
- “Its atmosphere doesn't match its difficulty and it's not a gripping game.”
- “Although it has cool graphics and art style, coupled with a decent soundtrack to maintain the atmosphere, absolutely no other element of this game is worth one's time.”
- “An introduction that sets you up for a lovely light puzzle platformer, with some exploration and light atmosphere, suddenly hits you with what could be mistakes for an action platformer, a'la Super Meat Boy.”
grinding
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
95%
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a significant drawback, with many describing the gameplay as tedious and frustrating, particularly during puzzles and boss battles. While the game's gorgeous graphics and music are praised, they often fail to compensate for the repetitive and time-consuming nature of exploration and mechanics. Some players note that those who can endure the grind may still appreciate the story and artistic elements, but the consensus leans towards a frustrating experience that overstays its welcome.
- “The gameplay itself is not tedious; you kind of fuse in with the story.”
- “Grinding feels rewarding as it allows you to develop your character and explore new abilities.”
- “The sense of progression while grinding keeps me engaged and motivated to continue playing.”
- “Gorgeous graphics and music don't offset how relentlessly tedious this game can be.”
- “It isn't all bad though, if you can stomach the tedious parts of the game you will find that it has a very nice story with some very nice graphics and music.”
- “It's not bad, per se, just aggressively tedious and mediocre, while vastly overstaying its welcome.”
humor
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players highlighting its funny storylines, amusing NPC voice acting, and overall lightheartedness. Many describe it as a charming and entertaining platformer that provides a good balance of challenge and humor, making it enjoyable for casual play. Overall, the game is recognized for its ability to evoke laughter and provide a fun experience.
- “Funny little platformer with a good story and nice controls.”
- “I recommend this game as a free time game because it's awesome, and it is actually funny.”
- “I played like a child, it was so funny xd.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The emotional aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its heartfelt storyline and beautiful art, which can evoke strong feelings and a sense of duty towards the characters. However, others criticize the narrative as boring or contrived, suggesting that it fails to create a deeper emotional investment. Overall, while some find it touching and engaging, others feel it lacks the depth needed for a truly profound emotional experience.
- “Nice story, a touching and incredible art.”
- “Because it is a beautiful game with a simple but heartwarming story and is one of the greatest indie games you can get.”
- “This game has a very heartfelt storyline to it, it engages with the player in a way that makes you feel like it's your duty to act as the character.”
- “Sluggish platformer with a boring story.”
- “A boring story that thinks it is better than it is.”
character development
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
Overall, character development in the game receives mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the charming character designs and engaging story, others feel that there is a lack of depth in character progression. The visuals and artistic elements are frequently praised, but the narrative and character arcs may not be as compelling for all players.
- “With a fascinating story and wonderful character development, this game will keep you gripped.”
- “I would recommend it on the basis of the combination of the soundtrack, art, and creative/adorable character designs alone.”
- “The bosses and character design are top notch, and there's even a story that serves as a great placeholder for the world.”
- “There is no character development.”
- “It's hard not to recommend it, but just be aware that it gets a bit repetitive and grindy.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the smooth performance and beautiful graphics, others report mild lag even on low settings and note that the game is not well-optimized for co-op play. Additionally, certain collectibles require precise timing and optimized routes, which can be challenging. Overall, while the performance is generally good, there is room for improvement.
- “In particular, one of the collectibles requires extraordinarily precise timing landing a long series of wall jumps and beam deploys/cancels, while another requires an optimized jumping route to complete a task before the planks disappear from under you.”
- “Amazing game with great performance.”
- “A wonderful performance, this.”
- “In particular, one of the collectibles requires extraordinarily precise timing, landing a long series of wall jumps and beam deploys/cancels, while another requires an optimized jumping route to complete a task before the planks disappear from under you.”
- “Even on the lowest graphical settings, the performance is mildly laggy.”
- “The game is not optimized for co-op.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
28%
29%
Overall, the game offers a moderate level of replayability, enhanced by time trial challenges, co-op mode, and a hard mode unlocked after completing the normal difficulty. Players appreciate the inclusion of challenge rooms and hidden collectibles, which contribute to its replay value, making it a well-rounded experience despite some initial concerns about replayability.
- “The game took me around 10 hours to beat on normal, but there are also numerous time trial challenges you can try, which are a nice addition and add to the replayability.”
- “Re-playable, hard mode available when finished on normal, challenge rooms, do you ask for more?”
- “Doesn't have much replayability to it even though I haven't gotten around to finishing it yet.”
- “Surprisingly long game with loads of replay value with hidden collectibles.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game features impressive graphics and an engaging plot, users have reported some stability issues, particularly with buggy jumping mechanics. Overall, the experience is enjoyable despite these minor glitches.
- “Nice graphics, but it's quite buggy.”
- “Jumping is a little bit buggy, but overall this is a really nice game with a good plot and map layout.”

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