Pipkin

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Pipkin is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Gregdude and was released on October 28, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Pipkin is a single-player fantasy RPG featuring a cute and spooky creature-collecting adventure set in colorful, Halloween-themed environments. With an in-depth battle system of ~250 moves, 15 elemental types, and 4 classes, it offers diverse playstyles and a customizable pace. The game emphasizes a bloat-free experience, minimizing filler content and allowing players to focus on exploration and strategy.

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Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features charming and unique creature designs, creating a cozy and visually appealing atmosphere.
The gameplay is engaging with a well-paced battle system that encourages strategic thinking and offers a variety of battle styles.
It's a short and sweet monster collecting game, making it accessible for casual players while still providing enjoyable challenges.

The game suffers from a lack of quality of life features, such as the inability to see party health outside of battle and confusing menu navigation.
There is minimal narrative or plot, which can make the gameplay feel aimless and less engaging for some players.
Technical issues, including crashes and slow battle result screens, detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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46%
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The gameplay is generally praised for its well-paced and satisfying loop, with competent combat mechanics and a focus on engaging world and characters. Players appreciate the balance in difficulty and the significance of status debuffs, though some have experienced frustrating delays in battle results. Overall, the game offers a streamlined experience with unique character encounters and diverse weapon mechanics.
- “To put it simply, while the art and music are fantastic, the gameplay is truly superb if you're looking for just a well-paced, but still satisfying gameplay loop.”
- “For starters, the gameplay loop is as it was described: no bloat.”
- “The gameplay itself is, in my opinion, also a huge improvement over the traditional RPG, where status debuffs actually matter a lot.”
- “This isn’t a surprise; the Steam page makes it clear, but it doesn’t help the gameplay.”
- “Game looks pretty and gameplay is neat, but I'm getting pseudo-softlocked after every battle because the battle results fail to show up and I have to wait like 30 seconds until the game accepts my inputs again to show the results.”
- “The core combat mechanics are competent, but the gameplay loop is as it was described: no bloat.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are widely praised for their charming, retro-style pixel art and cohesive aesthetic, particularly highlighted during the Halloween theme. Players appreciate the lovingly handcrafted designs of the characters and the cozy atmosphere they create, contributing to an overall pleasant gaming experience. However, some users note that while the visuals are impressive, they feel the game could benefit from improved quality of life features.
- “The aesthetic coherency is immaculate and pushed me to complete the game.”
- “The art style is incredible — you can really tell how much love and effort went into designing these characters.”
- “It's very cute and I love the aesthetic, but it's bogged down by a somewhat baffling lack of quality of life features.”
- “The world is lovingly handcrafted in a very cozy aesthetic, that along with the music creates such a pleasant and calming experience.”
- “Artwork feels so cozy and calming even though I'm battling.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
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The music in the game is generally praised for its charm, atmosphere, and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many noting its catchy and atmospheric qualities that fit well with the game's aesthetic. However, some critics feel that the use of nostalgic tracks from previous games is a missed opportunity for originality. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the cozy and immersive environment, complementing the unique creature designs and handcrafted world.
- “The world is lovingly handcrafted in a very cozy aesthetic, and along with the music, it creates such a pleasant and calming experience.”
- “The music sets a perfect tone too — catchy, atmospheric, and it fits every moment well.”
- “The background music matches the atmosphere of each location, but in a non-intrusive way.”
- “Using music from 'Ib' and 'Mad Father' feels like an easy cop-out to evoke nostalgia from players who liked those games.”
- “Grab some free music that isn't as obvious but still fits the vibes; there are tons I'm sure.”
- “The background music matches the atmosphere of each location, but it's not intrusive.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by charming characters, witty dialogue, and amusing NPC interactions that elicit genuine laughter. Players appreciate the lighthearted atmosphere and clever designs, which enhance the overall experience without the need for a complex story. The relaxed pacing allows for enjoyment of the humor without the pressure of grinding.
- “I also found myself chuckling at an NPC or just pausing to take in the vibes of a town.”
- “Several of the pipkin have gotten surprised laughs out of me on first sight, and I'm a fan of the designs and funny names.”
- “The characters are cute, the dialogue is funny - and the game progresses at a relaxed pace, where you aren't forced to grind for dozens of hours just to make it through a tough spot.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The game lacks a substantial plot, with many users noting that there isn't much of a story to engage with. However, the charming and humorous characters and their dialogue contribute positively to the experience, despite the abruptness of the ending.
- “There isn't much of a story to speak of, but the characters and their dialogue are charming and humorous enough and fit the setting.”
- “And while that is all fine, there isn't really a plot to this game.”
- “No story.”
- “Only thing I'll add is that the ending is quite abrupt, even when not expecting much story-wise.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by its charming autumn and Halloween theme, complemented by fun and unique creature designs. The music and sound design enhance the experience, providing catchy and atmospheric tunes that align perfectly with each location without being intrusive. Overall, the combination of visual and auditory elements creates a fresh and engaging ambiance.
- “The creature designs are fun and unique, and the overall autumn/Halloween theme throughout the game gives it a charming atmosphere. The music and sound design are lovely, and there are some cool ideas in the battle system that make it feel fresh and challenging.”
- “The music sets a perfect tone — catchy, atmospheric, and it fits every moment well.”
- “The background music matches the atmosphere of each location in a non-intrusive way.”
- “The background music matches the atmosphere of each location, but in a non-intrusive way.”
- “The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it feel disjointed and unengaging.”
- “Despite the visuals, the overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development in the game, highlighting the impressive monster and character designs as standout features that enhance the overall experience. The unique and appealing designs contribute significantly to the game's charm, making it a worthwhile investment for players.
- “I think Pipkin has incredible monster and character designs that are worth the price of entry on their own.”
- “Lovely creature-collecting game, with dang cool character designs!”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate that while battles become progressively challenging, the game avoids excessive grinding, allowing victories through solid strategy and prioritization rather than requiring extensive character leveling or resource farming. This balance keeps the gameplay engaging without feeling tedious.
- “A lot of NPC battles will come down to the wire as they really test your team and strategy, but not so much so that you feel you have to start min-maxing or grinding, as you can usually win most battles as long as your strategy is solid and you learn what to prioritize in particular battles.”
- “I like that each battle gets increasingly harder, but the game doesn't feel too grindy.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly regarded for its replayability, with players noting that it is designed to encourage multiple playthroughs, making it a standout in the monster taming genre.
- “It's solidly among my favorite monster tamers that I've played, and it seems to be built on replayability as well.”