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Pile Up!

Set in a beautiful papercraft world, Pile Up! Box by Box is a cute platforming adventure filled with puzzles and exploration. Its only problem is that it’s over far too soon.
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83%Game Brain Score
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94% User Score Based on 48 reviews
Critic Score 71%Based on 6 reviews

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Pile Up! is a single player and multiplayer casual platformer game with a kids theme. It was developed by Seed by Seed and was released on March 18, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"Pile Up! is a kid-friendly platformer that offers both single-player and local multi-player modes for 2-4 players. Choose between co-op and PvP options, and navigate through cardboard worlds filled with puzzles and quests. Play as a team to bring joy to a bright fantasy world, or challenge your friends in action-packed minigames – the choice is yours in this charming 3D adventure."

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Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews
graphics5 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Fun and charming co-op experience, especially enjoyable with family and friends.
  • Cute graphics and engaging puzzles that are accessible for all ages.
  • Offers a variety of collectibles and mini-games that enhance replayability.
  • Game is plagued by a glitch that prevents 100% completion, particularly in the last level.
  • Short gameplay experience with only a few levels, leaving players wanting more.
  • Poor keyboard controls and lack of customization options can hinder the experience for some players.
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a friendly and cute art style that appeals to players, particularly in family settings. While some reviews praise the excellent visuals and animation, others note that the graphics fall short of modern standards and that the level design does not fully capitalize on the game's visual potential. Overall, the graphics are described as charming and suitable for a fun, casual gaming experience.

    • “Excellent graphics, animation, music, and sounds.”
    • “A fun and chill game to play alone or with the family; the graphics are so friendly to the eyes, and the concept for each level design is so nice.”
    • “The puzzles and platforming are really neat, and the graphics really make it pop.”
    • “It's far below the state of the art visuals gamers expect as a result of their decisions.”
    • “We couldn't find a shadows setting in the graphics options, so we thought it was intentional.”
    • “The graphics and story are harmless and cute.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its dynamic and addictive nature, featuring four lengthy stages, each with unique themes and mechanics. The creative use of these mechanics, along with a well-paced introduction, keeps the experience engaging and enjoyable, contributing to a cozy atmosphere that enhances the overall fun.

    • “Dynamic, addictive gameplay.”
    • “Uses these different mechanics in quite creative ways and paces their introduction well, making sure you never become bored of its gameplay.”
    • “There are four stages in total, each being rather lengthy and sporting a distinct theme along with unique mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay can feel repetitive after a while, as the mechanics don't evolve significantly throughout the game.”
    • “While the game introduces unique mechanics, they often feel underutilized and fail to keep the gameplay engaging.”
  • humor
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's humor is characterized by subtle wit and comedic accidents, particularly through player interactions and mishaps. Unlockable skins add a humorous visual flair, while the challenge of navigating friendships adds to the fun, complemented by entertaining minigames. Overall, the clever puzzles and cute graphics enhance the lighthearted experience.

    • “Although it is full of subtle humor, it's really the accidents and unintentional bumping into each other that make the salt of the game.”
    • “By collecting optional items, you will unlock very funny (and beautiful!) skins that really help distinguish players from each other.”
    • “But do not worry, this game is accessible and the true difficulty is to cope with that one friend who always tries to catch you just to throw you in the water. Fortunately, you can have your revenge in funny minigames unlocked through your adventure!”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as short, taking just under five hours to complete, but it is engaging and enjoyable, particularly for younger audiences. Players appreciate its harmless and cute graphics, making it a fun experience for families.

    • “Just under 5 hours of gameplay and we have completed the main story, as well as playing the arcade games we have unlocked.”
    • “Played the story together with my 6-year-old and had a ton of fun.”
    • “The graphics and story are harmless and cute.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting that it complements the graphics effectively, creating a cohesive presentation. While the background music is described as decent rather than outstanding, it enhances the overall experience, particularly during challenging segments.

    • “The background music and sound effects match the graphics perfectly, providing a helpful guide during difficult segments.”
    • “Excellent graphics, animation, music, and sounds.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find "Pile Up" to be an emotionally engaging couch co-op experience, highlighted by its charming characters and delightful soundtrack that evoke warmth and joy.

    • “Pile Up is a wonderful couch co-op game filled with heartwarming elements such as cute characters and a lovely score.”
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Pile Up! is a casual platformer game with kids theme.

Pile Up! is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Pile Up!.

Pile Up! was released on March 18, 2021.

Pile Up! was developed by Seed by Seed.

Pile Up! has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Pile Up! is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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