Pingorile

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Pingorile is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by John B. and was released on December 22, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

PINGORILE is a charming retro-style jump’n’run where you play as a determined penguin on a quest to fly by collecting 12 golden budgies across colorful, varied levels. Encounter quirky characters, overcome tricky platforming challenges, and explore vibrant pixel worlds filled with secrets and catchy music. Enjoy smooth controls, nostalgic visuals, and a heartfelt adventure.

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Single-Player

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

music5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Pingorile features charming visuals and a nostalgic retro vibe, making it a delightful platformer experience.
The game has smooth controls and a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall enjoyment of gameplay.
Levels are creatively designed with various gameplay mechanics, providing a fun challenge for players.

The difficulty spikes significantly, especially in the later levels, which can be frustrating for players.
Controls can feel unresponsive at times, detracting from the fluidity of platforming sections.
There are no checkpoints, meaning players must restart levels upon death, which can lead to frustration.

music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its creativity and charm, enhancing the overall vibe and experience. Reviewers highlight the catchy soundtrack as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's nostalgic and stylish atmosphere. Overall, the music is considered one of the strongest aspects, elevating the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “It contains various creative levels and jamming music that contributes to the vibe of the game a lot.”
- “With its adorable penguin hero, colorful pixel worlds, catchy music, and just the right balance of challenge and charm, it feels like a lost classic that gently reminds you why jumping around 2D levels was pure magic in the first place.”
- “Having a final challenge for completionists at the end is also very rewarding - be prepared for a challenge though, I still have yet to beat it... the music is also absolutely amazing and easily the highlight of the game.”
- “And last, but not least...the soundtrack!”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its beautiful visuals and engaging level design, featuring a classic 2D platformer style enhanced by RPG and Zelda-like elements. Players can expect diverse gameplay sections, the introduction of new mechanics in various levels, and unique boss battles that add depth to the experience.
- “The visuals are beautiful, and not only does each level look and play great, but some levels even introduce new gameplay mechanics!”
- “Gameplay: a classic 2D platformer with an added RPG/Zelda-like section.”
- “The gameplay is a classic 2D platformer with an added RPG/Zelda-like section.”
- “There's also different gameplay sections and a few unique boss battles.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its charming 2D art style and retro music, evoking a nostalgic feel reminiscent of 90s platformers. Players find the game amusing, particularly enjoying the quirky character of the penguin hero. Overall, the game's stylish presentation and lighthearted tone contribute to its comedic appeal.
- “Funny 2D art, retro music, very stylish. I love it!”
- “A funny platformer reminiscent of some classics from the 90s!”
- “A funny little game, and I absolutely love the penguin hero!”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their beauty and the introduction of new gameplay mechanics in various levels, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users find the visuals to be simple and charming initially, but they become repetitive over time.
- “The visuals are beautiful, and not only does each level look and play great, but some levels even introduce new gameplay mechanics!”
- “The visuals are simple and somewhat charming at first glance, but they quickly become repetitive.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the game world.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as a straightforward narrative centered around a penguin's desire to fly, highlighting its simplicity.
- “The story is a very simple tale about a penguin who wants to fly.”