Pirate Pop Plus

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Pirate Pop Plus is a single player action game. It was developed by 13AM Games and was released on November 4, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from critics.

RETRO-STYLE ARCADE ACTION! Pirate Pop Plus is a super addictive, gravity-defying, score-chasing, bubble-busting, retro-style arcade game. Join Pete Jr on his quest to defeat the nefarious Bubble Pirate, an evil villain who has trapped the innocent townsfolk in bubbles! Dodge and pop bubbles with your anchor while collecting power-ups and managing Bubble Pirate’s constant gravity-switching mi…

Genres & Tags

Arcade

Play Modes

Single-Player

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gameplay6 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Charming presentation with a nostalgic Game Boy aesthetic and fantastic chiptune soundtrack.
Addictive gameplay that offers plenty of unlockable content and customization options.
Simple mechanics make it easy to pick up and play, providing a fun retro arcade experience.

Limited content and variety in levels, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
Heavily borrows from older games like Pang and Buster Bros., which may feel unoriginal to some players.
Gameplay can become tedious due to its single mode and lack of depth.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its charming presentation and addictive mechanics, featuring unique gravity changes and a variety of unlockable content that enhances replayability. Players appreciate the stable and fluid controls, along with the ability to customize their experience, although some color schemes may detract from the overall enjoyment. While the gameplay offers a captivating hook, some users feel it may not sustain long-term engagement.
- “The gameplay is simple and addictive; it positively oozes charm through its presentation, and if the score chasing doesn't hook you, the coin collecting and achievement hunting surely will.”
- “Stable and fluid gameplay, customizability, easy to pick up and play.”
- “Constantly-changing gameplay, great Game Boy aesthetic; if you're into it, there's lots of visual customization.”
- “Some color schemes can hinder gameplay; the gameplay hook only lasts for so long.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its fantastic quality and addictiveness, with many highlighting a cool chiptune soundtrack that complements the retro presentation. Overall, the soundtrack significantly enhances the gaming experience.
- “Addicting gameplay, fantastic music.”
- “Nice retro presentation, cool chiptune soundtrack.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are characterized by a nostalgic Game Boy aesthetic that appeals to fans of retro visuals, complemented by a high degree of visual customization options. The constantly-changing gameplay enhances the overall visual experience, making it engaging for players who appreciate this style.
- “The graphics have a great Game Boy aesthetic that really captures the nostalgia.”
- “There is a lot of visual customization available, allowing players to personalize their experience.”
- “The constantly-changing gameplay keeps the visuals fresh and engaging.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Grinding in the game is seen as potentially tedious and may not appeal to all players, particularly those outside the niche retro market.
- “Grinding may not be appealing to some players, as it caters to a niche retro market and features one mode that can get tedious.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding can quickly become monotonous and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “Many players find the grinding aspect to be overly time-consuming, leading to frustration rather than fun.”