Pilot Brothers

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Pilot Brothers is a single player action game with comedy and kids themes. It was developed by 1C Wireless and was released on December 18, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

The case of the stolen elephant! Elephant... Rare... Striped. ...has been kept for many years by an animal trader named Karbophos. Being unable to overcome abuse, it escaped and found a home at the zoo in our city. This is definitely Karbophos's work. To the zoo!

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews

humor12 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience for those who grew up with the original cartoon, featuring charming art and humor.
Puzzles can be challenging and require creative problem-solving, providing a satisfying experience for fans of the genre.
The re-release includes helpful features like hint systems and the option to skip difficult puzzles, making it more accessible.

Many puzzles are illogical and require trial and error, leading to frustration and wasted time.
Technical issues such as sound problems and awkward gameplay mechanics detract from the overall experience.
The game is very short, with some players feeling it lacks depth and replay value.

humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its absurdist and slapstick elements, drawing on a unique Russian cartoon charm that combines hilarity with moments of touching sadness. Players appreciate the memorable characters and funny storylines, noting that the dialogue and interactions are both entertaining and engaging, although some humor may be lost in translation. Overall, the game is celebrated for its retro style and comedic presentation, making it a delightful experience for fans of quirky adventures.
- “But the thing is, this game is absurdist and comedic, laughing at slapstick, misfortune, and the squalor of the protagonists.”
- “Super funny adventure with a really unique, Russian, cartoony charm.”
- “The sort of game where you click on stuff until something new happens... which is not at all bad (unless you hate that sort of thing, of course), because the dialogues and interactions are hilarious, touching, and sometimes a little bit sad, like only the best Russian cartoons can be.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its charm and fitting quirky style, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users have noted issues with the volume being too loud, making it difficult to hear character dialogue, and the lack of adjustable settings is a drawback. Overall, while the music improves as players progress, it can be polarizing at first.
- “The music is amazing.”
- “Cute little old-school point & click game, good humor and I really like the main theme happy music :)”
- “The presentation is charming and the music sounds funny/weird, which fits the game perfectly.”
- “There's also a problem with the sound; the music is too loud. Sometimes you can't even hear what your characters say, and there's no way to change the volume; you can only disable it.”
- “Music was annoying at first, but it started to get better as you progress into the game.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the adventure elements and finding it engaging for a couple of hours, while others criticize it for clunky mechanics, slow animations, and a lack of clear solutions, leading to frustration. Overall, the experience can feel disjointed and may require patience to navigate effectively.
- “Many solutions are not at all apparent, and you might not know you're even able to do certain things gameplay-wise.”
- “Great gameplay.”
- “Epic two hours of gameplay!”
- “The gameplay deteriorated quickly into a trial-and-error experience, where you end up trying everything on everything.”
- “Many solutions are not at all apparent, and you might not even realize you're able to do certain things gameplay-wise.”
- “Animations are quite slow, and you have to wait until an animation is completely finished before you can click again, resulting in very clunky gameplay.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a sequel to a beloved cartoon, effectively capturing its essence and providing a fluid narrative that incorporates optional animations. Reviewers praise its quirky art design and humor, highlighting it as a standout entry in the trilogy due to its faithful adherence to the original plot. Overall, the story is described as fun and engaging, complemented by appealing music and sound effects.
- “This game is based on the genius great cartoon and is a sequel to that story.”
- “Pilot Brothers is a classic, and is probably the best of the trilogy, because it closely follows the plot of the cartoon (which I also highly recommend everyone to watch).”
- “Quirky art design, story, animations, music, and sound effects.”
- “It can be replaced with a well-directed walkthrough that covers most of the optional animations and chains the solutions into a fluid full story of the original version of this game.”
- “Pilot Brothers is a classic and is probably the best of the trilogy because it closely follows the plot of the cartoon, which I also highly recommend everyone to watch.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their faithful adherence to the original art style, as they are crafted by the original creators, enhancing the overall aesthetic and coherence of the game.
- “It perfectly matches the original art style and the writing style, as both are provided by the original creators.”
- “The graphics are stunning, bringing the world to life with vibrant colors and intricate details.”
- “Every environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is criticized due to numerous glitches and bugs, indicating a lack of improvement in the re-release, which some perceive as a cash grab. Despite these issues, players find value in the nostalgia it offers.
- “It is a shame that the developers did not try to improve the experience with higher resolutions and better options, like volume control, and opted for a simple re-release (read, money grab), rife with glitches and bugs.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the internet is criticized for being dominated by search engines that prioritize aggregator sites and advertisements, leading to a lack of diverse and quality content. Users feel that this model undermines the true potential of the internet, reducing it to a platform filled with commercial interests and low-quality information.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game evokes a range of emotions through its engaging dialogues and interactions, blending humor with touching and occasionally sad moments reminiscent of classic Russian cartoons. Players appreciate the emotional depth, making the click-and-explore gameplay feel meaningful and impactful.
- “The sort of game where you click on stuff until something new happens, which is not at all bad (unless you hate that sort of thing, of course), because the dialogues and interactions are hilarious, touching, and sometimes a little bit sad, like only the best Russian cartoons can be.”