Pills4Skills

About Pills4Skills

Pills4Skills is a single player arcade platformer game. It was developed by Petro Shoferystov and was released on January 25, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

FLIP THE WORLD! WALK ON WALLS! HALLUCINATE! EXPAND THE BOUNDARIES OF YOUR MIND! Take a challenge in a weird and unique trippy gravitational puzzle platformer!

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Single-Player

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91%Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

Innovative gravity rotation mechanic adds depth and fun to platforming.
Challenging gameplay with 72 levels plus a harder mode for skilled players.
Unique psychedelic visual effects and chiptune soundtrack enhance the experience.

Visual effects can be overwhelming, flashing, and problematic for photosensitive players.
Lack of key rebinding options, causing inconvenience for some keyboard layouts.
Some controls, especially jumping, can feel less responsive or sharp than desired.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43% positive mentions, 57% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its addictive and engaging mechanics, particularly the gravity-changing feature that adds depth and fun, reminiscent of the game VVVVVV. Players find it enjoyable and worth the purchase, especially given its challenging and replayable nature.
- “+ Gravity changing mechanic adds a lot of depth to the game and is quite a bit of fun to change gravity in mid-flight to avoid death.”
- “Yes, it's worth the buy, because for $3 you get a game that has achievements and addictive gameplay that will make you try and try again.”
- “If this type of game appeals to you from a gameplay and/or a visual perspective, jump on it.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60% positive mentions, 20% neutral mentions, 20% negative mentions
The music in the game features a pleasant chiptune soundtrack that enhances the experience, though it is limited to a single track. The soundtrack is generally well-received and contributes to the game's challenging, hallucinogenic atmosphere.
- “Nice chiptune soundtrack.”
- “Nice soundtrack.”
- “Pleasant soundtrack.”
- “Only one music plays.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions
The graphics feature simple 2D visuals with intense particle effects triggered by pill collection, creating frequent and sometimes overwhelming visual distortions. While the visuals can be harsh on the eyes, they contribute to the game's unique and playful aesthetic.
- “The visuals hurt to look at, even with low intensity.”
- “Just graphical overload and particle spam, which we get after consuming each pill.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The user’s comment does not directly address the game's story, focusing instead on their personal gaming goals. Therefore, no specific insights about the story aspect can be summarized from this text.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The humor in the game is quirky and offbeat, featuring unconventional and playful elements that add charm without being exceptionally clever. Overall, it is sensibly executed and contributes to the game's unique atmosphere.