Pilgrims

96%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,120 reviews
  • humor
  • graphics
  • story
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"Pilgrims is a single-player, cooperative fantasy point-and-click game with an interesting plot, good mechanics, beautiful visuals, and a stellar soundtrack. It encourages playfulness, replayability with 45 achievements, and features hand-crafted animations and sound effects for unique outcomes. Explore the world, meet characters, and help them complete their stories in this replayable and wholesome adventure."

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,120 reviews
humor210 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • Charming hand-drawn art style and delightful animations that create a whimsical atmosphere.
  • Multiple ways to solve puzzles and achieve different outcomes, encouraging replayability.
  • Humorous interactions and quirky characters that add to the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • Extremely short gameplay, typically completed in under an hour, which may leave players wanting more content.
  • Some puzzles can feel overly simplistic or reliant on trial and error rather than logical deduction.
  • Limited depth in the story and character development, making it feel more like a light snack than a full meal.
  • humor210 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and playfulness, featuring quirky characters and amusing interactions that keep players entertained throughout its short duration. Many reviews highlight the clever visual gags and light-hearted storytelling, with a unique blend of slapstick and whimsical humor that encourages experimentation and replayability. Overall, the game's delightful art style and engaging sound design complement its comedic elements, making it a fun and enjoyable experience.

    • “It is extremely short, but full of humorous interactions that are well worth experiencing.”
    • “The game is all about trying different things and it rewards the experimentation not only with achievements but also with the animation and funny scenes that will have you smiling non-stop.”
    • “Clever visual storytelling, quirky humor, and a hand-drawn art style all come together in a way that puts a smile on your face, and leaves you satisfied.”
  • graphics194 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique, charming, and hand-drawn art style, reminiscent of folk tales and children's storybooks. Players appreciate the whimsical animations, vibrant visuals, and the overall aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience, despite the game's short duration. The combination of beautiful artwork, engaging soundtracks, and humorous character designs contributes to a delightful atmosphere that resonates with fans of Amanita Design's previous works.

    • “The charming, hand-drawn art style and whimsical storytelling of the game drew me in immediately.”
    • “The graphics are stunning, with a hand-drawn style that is both whimsical and detailed.”
    • “A very sweet game with amazing artwork.”
    • “Graphics, gameplay, sounds and music are all fine but nothing too special.”
    • “It's short, but has a strong art direction, with stylish graphics the characters speaking gibberish.”
    • “However, the gameplay, the graphics and most importantly the soundtrack is what makes it one of the most enjoyable 1 hour (much more if you want to get all the achievements) of this year.”
  • story175 mentions

    The game's story is characterized as charming and whimsical, often likened to a vintage storybook with hand-drawn art. While the narrative is simple and short, it offers humor and multiple endings, encouraging replayability through various choices and outcomes. Overall, players appreciate the lighthearted storytelling and engaging visuals, though many express a desire for a longer plot.

    • “The charming, hand-drawn art style and whimsical storytelling of the game drew me in immediately.”
    • “The story is funny and multiple ways of achieving your goals makes the game last a bit longer.”
    • “The lighthearted and tongue-in-cheek humor really compliments the short and sweet story of these pilgrims.”
    • “The only downside is the short story.”
    • “I really wish they had just made the main story longer with more items instead of reusing the same items multiple times in very similar ways.”
    • “The graphics and music are terrific, but the simple challenges, tiny plot (which takes less than 2 hours to finish), and no replay value makes this a poor product.”
  • music136 mentions

    The music in the game has been widely praised for its unique and captivating qualities, often described as a blend of live instruments and organic electronics, creating a soothing and immersive atmosphere. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to complement the game's charming visuals and humor, with compositions that evoke nostalgia and enhance the overall experience. While some players noted minor issues with repetition or transitions, the consensus is that the music is a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The soundtrack by Floex (of Machinarium and Samorost 3 fame) combines live instruments with organic electronics, resulting in a unique musical jazz experience.”
    • “The music is wonderful and the story is funny at countless times.”
    • “The art and soundtrack create a great goofy atmosphere which fits perfectly with the little world they've created for this game.”
    • “The soundtracks are below the standard compared with the previous works.”
    • “I found the music a little repetitive.”
    • “Graphics, gameplay, sounds and music are all fine but nothing too special.”
  • gameplay101 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is characterized by its unique blend of point-and-click mechanics and card-based interactions, offering a fun and engaging experience despite its short duration of around 1-2 hours. While many players appreciate the charming art style, humor, and innovative mechanics, some criticize the gameplay for being overly simplistic, repetitive, and reliant on trial and error. Overall, it provides a light, casual experience that may appeal to those looking for a quick, whimsical adventure, but may not satisfy players seeking depth or complexity.

    • “The synthesis of traditional gameplay with an innovative card-based mechanic is quite fascinating!”
    • “I really enjoyed the unique gameplay style of switching between character cards and item cards to alter the outcome of the scene being played out.”
    • “A charming little game that puts 'play' back in 'gameplay.'”
    • “Despite the positive aspects I mentioned above, the game has many crippling flaws that simply ruin the experience in my opinion, such as its overly simple, monotone, and repetitive gameplay or its unsatisfying 'try all items you have until it works' type puzzle solving.”
    • “It's an extremely short game though but with plenty of replayability if you're into completionist style of gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay relies extremely heavily on trial and error.”
  • replayability64 mentions

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players noting that while it is short (often around an hour), it offers enough variety through different character interactions, multiple endings, and achievement hunting to encourage several playthroughs. Some reviews highlight that completionists will find value in uncovering all secrets and achievements, while others feel the overall replay value is limited due to the game's brevity and straightforward nature. Overall, it seems to cater well to those who enjoy exploring different outcomes and collecting achievements, but may not satisfy players seeking extensive replayability.

    • “The alternate interactions you can have with each different character adds replay value and spice for each new time you play it.”
    • “I finished my first playthrough in a little over an hour, but there is definitely replayability for 100%ing the game.”
    • “Despite its quick time to beat, this game has high replayability value since you might want to see different scenarios for all subplots and achievements.”
    • “There's almost no replayability, just a few not-so-obvious things to do.”
    • “It is not a long game, and once you collect all the cards (achievements), the replay value is probably not very high.”
    • “Although it claims to be replayable, I don't know how much joy you could find in that.”
  • atmosphere22 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its charming and whimsical design, enhanced by a captivating soundtrack that complements the visuals beautifully. Players appreciate the cute art style, humorous characters, and the overall joyful ambiance that invites exploration and relaxation. The combination of engaging storytelling and organic sound design creates a nostalgic and immersive experience, characteristic of Amanita's signature style.

    • “Stunning art style, great music, enjoyable voice acting, fun gameplay, and an overall amazing atmosphere.”
    • “And don't let me started on the soundtrack, it blends well with the art style and it creates a beautiful atmosphere that you would play for an hour or two before realizing that time has passed.”
    • “The nostalgic art and design of the game creates a homey and humorous atmosphere, primed for adventure and experimentation.”
    • “Set in a playful atmosphere for the young at heart, 'Pilgrims' caters to a more seasoned audience and elevates itself above some of the more irreverent games in the genre.”
    • “It's perhaps more comparable to 2018's 'Chuchel' in length and scope, but it feels like a return to form in terms of the gameplay and atmosphere.”
    • “As usual with the Amanita games, the atmosphere is joyful, the characters humorous, and the graphics are cute.”
  • emotional10 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its wholesome and heartwarming experience, characterized by unique storytelling and charming art. Reviewers highlight its touching, whimsical nature, often evoking feelings of joy and comfort, akin to a cozy cup of tea. The game is celebrated for its ability to blend humor with heartfelt moments, making it a delightful experience that resonates with players.

    • “Touching, whimsical, and humorous.”
    • “Really cozy and wholesome game, like a cup of tea for the soul.”
    • “Like all of the games from Amanita Design, Pilgrims has a goofy folktale charm that ranges from the heartwarming to the slightly malevolent, then back to heartwarming again before you notice what it's up to.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, especially when replaying for achievements, which can feel time-consuming despite the overall enjoyment of the game. While the initial playthroughs are fun and engaging, the repetitive nature of farming for achievements can detract from the experience, though some appreciate the rewards that come with persistence.

    • “Clicking around gets a little tedious. I'm sure the experience is a little better on an app, but this doesn't detract.”
    • “Although this game is extremely fun and unique, there are a few things that could be improved: the game is very fun on the first run and even on the second and third, but replaying to get those last few achievements can be super tedious and time-consuming, although rewarding at the end.”
    • “It’s not very long, and you'll have to play through it multiple times to get all the achievements, which can be a little bit tedious.”
  • character development3 mentions

    The character development in this cute, casual puzzle adventure game is highlighted by its charming character design and animations, reminiscent of an animated children's fairy tale. While the focus is primarily on the delightful music and art direction, the characters themselves contribute significantly to the overall enchanting experience.

    • “The character design and animations are delightful; it's like an animated children's book about a fairy tale.”
    • “The main attraction here, however, is the music, the animations, and the character design.”
    • “Cute, casual puzzle adventure game with delightful music, character design, and art direction.”
  • stability2 mentions

    While the game features impressive graphics and a pleasing aesthetic, players have reported occasional glitches and some issues with controller responsiveness, leading to a somewhat inconsistent experience.

    • “The game offers some nice graphics and a superb aesthetic, although there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
    • “Playing with a controller is slightly buggy and slow.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users 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.

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Play time

2hMedian play time
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