Pilo and the Holobook

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Pilo and the Holobook is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by Mudita Games and was released on April 10, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

Join Pilo and Prof on an exciting new space adventure! In this charming adventure game, you'll use your Holobook to transform everything you encounter into magical stickers, which you can then use to create an encyclopedia of your journey. With delightful graphics and engaging gameplay, this short and sweet adventure game is perfect for anyone looking for a lighthearted and entertaining experie…

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Audience ScoreBased on 69 reviews

story13 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Pilo and the Holobook features charming artwork and a delightful atmosphere, making exploration and sticker collecting a visually rewarding experience.
The gameplay is relaxing and intuitive, allowing players to enjoy a meditative experience without the pressure of combat or fail states.
The story, while simple, is heartwarming and encourages curiosity and exploration, making it suitable for players of all ages.

The game is quite short, typically taking only 3 to 5 hours to complete, which may leave some players wanting more content.
Players may find themselves lost or unsure of what to do next due to a lack of clear directions or hints, leading to moments of frustration.
The gameplay can become repetitive, as it primarily revolves around scanning items and collecting stickers, which some may find tedious over time.

story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Pilo and the Holobook" is a charming and introspective journey centered around collecting stickers and exploring unique planets, with themes of renewal and preservation woven throughout. While the narrative is engaging and features likable characters, some players found the quest guidance lacking, leading to moments of confusion. Overall, the game offers a sweet, heartwarming experience with a satisfying conclusion, though its brevity and simplicity may not appeal to everyone.
- “The story of Pilo unfolds quietly, told more through exploration than exposition.”
- “It’s a story of renewal, not despair, where knowledge becomes the key to recovery and understanding replaces destruction.”
- “The characters are likable, and the story is also interesting, with a subtle environmental message underneath.”
- “Scan items for sticker-like collectibles until you have enough to advance the story, and that's pretty much it.”
- “The story itself I think is so-so, but enough to want to see it until the end.”
- “Overall, I do think Pilo and the Holobook is a good game, but it is not always clear where to go for the quests and what you need to scan.”
gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and charm, primarily revolving around scanning objects to create stickers for a scrapbook, which many players find enjoyable and satisfying. While the mechanics are intuitive and the art style is appealing, some players feel the gameplay lacks depth and can become tedious due to its slow pace and limited variety of actions. Overall, it offers a relaxing experience, though those seeking more complex gameplay may find it lacking.
- “Most of the gameplay is intuitive, though I had to get help with one or two puzzles.”
- “The mechanic of scanning and adding things to your book could easily have been made a slow and annoying process, but they've managed to make it real snappy and fun.”
- “The holobook mechanic is super clever—collecting stickers to record discoveries is not only fun but also incredibly satisfying.”
- “Players seeking fast-paced action or mechanical depth might find its slow, deliberate pace too mild.”
- “Very short summary: a short game (2-3 hours, maybe 4-5 if you want to 100% it) that doesn't have much 'gameplay', but very cute art style and characters.”
- “There are only four worlds that were basically empty of all life and the gameplay consisted of walking around and holding down a button.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are widely praised for their charming, hand-drawn art style, featuring vibrant colors and a delightful cartoonish aesthetic. Players appreciate the beautiful visuals and thoughtful world design, which enhance the overall experience, despite the game's short length and limited gameplay content. Overall, the artwork is considered a standout feature, making the game enjoyable for those who appreciate cute and colorful graphics.
- “In technical terms, Pilo runs smoothly and is well-optimized, with crisp visuals and intuitive controls that make exploration effortless.”
- “The graphics are hand-drawn and are very cute and colorful.”
- “The art style is next-level painterly—it's genuinely enjoyable just to look at—with charming visuals and thoughtful world design throughout.”
- “The 2D graphics are cartoonish and cute, with vibrant colors and beautiful light effects.”
- “Very short summary: a short game (2-3 hours, maybe 4-5 if you want to 100% it) that doesn't have much 'gameplay', but very cute art style and characters.”
- “So, yeah, I personally consider the game worth its money because I really love the artwork and character design.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised for its gentle, ambient melodies and whimsical tones that enhance the exploration experience. Reviewers highlight its ability to create a relaxing atmosphere, complementing the game's art style and character interactions, while evoking feelings of wonder and joy. Overall, the soundtrack is described as delightful and immersive, contributing significantly to the game's charm.
- “There are no enemies to fight or timers to beat, only the steady rhythm of discovery punctuated by the soft hum of your scanner and the ambient music that accompanies your journey.”
- “The soundtrack mirrors this tone perfectly, with a gentle blend of ambient melodies and soft electronic harmonies that drift in and out like the rhythm of breathing.”
- “The kind of music that makes adventuring and exploring more immersive, with tunes that evoke a feeling of wonder and joy.”
- “The music is whimsical and magical.”
- “Music is subtle but playful.”
- “The kind of music that makes adventuring and exploring more immersive (tunes that evoke a feeling of wonder and joy).”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its emotional depth, offering a wholesome and heartwarming experience as players explore the world as Pilo, a fennec fox apprentice. With its cute dialogue, vibrant visuals, and a satisfying story, it resonates strongly with fans of relaxing exploration and evokes feelings of love and joy throughout the adventure.
- “This is a very wholesome exploration game as you play as Pilo, a fennec fox apprentice explorer traveling with his beloved professor.”
- “It's also a heartwarming story with a satisfying ending.”
- “Heartwarming and adorable adventure!”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the core mechanics are charming, the requirement to catalog every item can become tedious. Despite this, the overall exploration and puzzle-solving elements provide a rewarding experience that mitigates some of the grind.
- “The core camera collection mechanic is charming but a bit tedious, requiring lots of clicks to process every sticker.”
- “Having to catalogue every single item on every planet did get tedious for me in the end.”
- “While the game may be on the shorter side, it’s packed with satisfying exploration, light puzzle-solving, and just enough backtracking to feel rewarding rather than tedious.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is vividly described as colorful and detailed, evoking a sense of both alien and familiar worlds. Players appreciate the lasting impression it leaves, enhanced by delightful music and satisfying exploration, despite occasional confusion in gameplay. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's memorable experience.
- “Every frame is bursting with color, contrast, and detail, creating an atmosphere that feels both alien and familiar.”
- “Despite its simplicity, the game’s sense of atmosphere and progression creates a lasting impression—it’s one of those titles that quietly settles into your memory, its world staying with you long after you’ve closed the holobook for the last time.”
- “The atmosphere is great and the music is delightful; while I did get a little lost at a couple of points not knowing what the game wanted me to do, the exploration and puzzles proved satisfying.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a mixed approach to replayability; while it encourages players to revisit earlier planets to uncover secrets and improve their strategies, some users feel there is limited inherent replay value, leaving the decision to replay up to the individual player.
- “The design encourages replayability, inviting players to revisit earlier planets with a better understanding of how to complete their entries or find hidden secrets.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and surprises, making it hard to put the game down.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two runs are ever the same, keeping the experience fresh and engaging.”
- “There's no replay value, so you'll have to decide on that yourself.”
- “The design, however, encourages replayability, inviting players to revisit earlier planets with a better understanding of how to complete their entries or find hidden secrets.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, indicating strong stability across platforms.
- “Also runs great on Steam Deck!”
- “The game maintains a steady frame rate, even during intense action sequences.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs, which makes for a smooth gaming experience.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features polished visuals and an engaging story, complemented by interesting and humorous characters that enhance the overall experience. Players find the gameplay to be enjoyable and funny, contributing to its comedic appeal.
- “The game is polished, with interesting and funny characters, an engaging story, and great music.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game "pilo" is praised for its smooth performance and strong optimization, featuring sharp visuals and user-friendly controls that enhance the exploration experience.
- “In technical terms, Pilo runs smoothly and is well-optimized, with crisp visuals and intuitive controls that make exploration effortless.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the artwork and character design are praised, the review does not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development within the game. Overall, the focus seems to be more on aesthetics rather than the evolution of characters.
- “I personally consider the game worth its money because I really love the artwork and character design.”