Pit People

The Behemoth has ventured into turn-based strategy. How does this transition into a new genre go for them? Our review.

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In "Pit People," a strategic, turn-based game, players navigate an apocalyptic world, building a team of quirky heroes and battling sinister robots, vampires, and more. The game offers a single-player story mode, two-player co-op story , local 2v2 arena, and online 2v2 and 4-player matches. With over 1,500 unlocks, 100+ quests, and a distinct art style, "Pit People" promises a unique and humorous experience, including permadeath for an extra challenge.* *Note: Permadeath ensures that dead characters cannot be revived, making story completion more challenging.

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,416 reviews

story388 positive mentions

grinding57 negative mentions

The cutscenes and humor are very amusing and funny, providing a delightful experience.
The game features a unique blend of strategy and RPG elements, allowing for diverse team compositions and tactics.
The art style and voice acting, particularly by Will Stamper, enhance the overall charm and enjoyment of the game.

The gameplay can become tedious and repetitive, with battles often dragging on for too long.
Lack of control over targeting in combat can lead to frustrating moments and diminish strategic depth.
The game may feel short and lacks significant replayability once the main story is completed.

story
1,456 mentions
27 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The story in "Pit People" is characterized by its comedic and absurd narrative style, reminiscent of previous Behemoth titles like "BattleBlock Theater." While the main storyline is relatively short and currently incomplete due to the game's early access status, it is filled with humorous dialogue and quirky characters that keep players engaged. Many reviewers appreciate the plethora of side quests and the overall charm of the game's storytelling, despite some expressing a desire for more substantial main story content.
- “The story is comedic and self-aware, leading to some good laughs. There's a plethora of ridiculous situations, and the excellent music during combat can really do the heavy lifting to keep you engaged while playing.”
- “The story was the main reason I got into this game, and it's very well written.”
- “The game is pretty entertaining with its wacky storyline as the Behemoth is known for, and it's honestly pretty awesome for at least my first hour in.”
- “The main story is quite short, but there are lots of side quests scattered around the world map.”
- “The story just ends randomly, which ultimately leaves a bad taste in your mouth.”
- “The main storyline is still underdeveloped in the sense that there are only a handful of missions, albeit recently paced, narrated and designed with interesting cut scenes and objectives.”
humor
1,174 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Pit People" is consistently praised for its absurdity and charm, characteristic of Behemoth's previous titles. Players enjoy the witty dialogue, quirky characters, and the engaging narration by Stamper, which adds a comedic layer to the gameplay. However, some reviewers note that while the humor is strong, it can become repetitive over time, and the gameplay may not always match the comedic energy, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience.
- “The writing is consistently hilarious, character designs are excellent or ridiculous to support the comedy, and the locations are wonderful and varied.”
- “The humor is often kind of silly or dumb, so you have to be okay with the game's sense of humor or it will grate.”
- “The humor in this game is gold, the artstyle is satisfying and the gameplay is fun.”
- “This game is very funny, and I would love to play through it; too bad the gameplay is abysmal.”
- “Pit People, however, is funny, even though an unfunny Ben might be in the company that owns this game and develops new content like every month.”
- “I found him not funny, just plain annoying.”
gameplay
681 mentions
41 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Pit People" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it simplistic and repetitive, often leading to a tedious experience over time. While some appreciate the humor, art style, and cooperative elements, others criticize the lack of depth in combat mechanics and the randomness in unit targeting, which detracts from strategic gameplay. Overall, while the game offers engaging moments and a quirky charm, its gameplay may not satisfy those seeking a more complex tactical experience.
- “The gameplay is simple but there's lots to do with it, but that may just be me, a sucker for strategy-based games, (turn-based RPGs, tower defense, everything in between).”
- “Combining turn-based strategy with elements of role-playing games, the mechanics are easy to grasp but provide enough depth to keep players engaged.”
- “Pit People is an exceptional game that effortlessly blends a unique art style, engaging gameplay mechanics, and a hilariously absurd narrative into a gaming experience that is nothing short of a whimsical masterpiece.”
- “Unfortunately, the core gameplay of this game, the combat, is dreadfully dull.”
- “The gameplay is just incredibly dull; moving my characters around tiles is not my idea of a fun game.”
- “The gameplay loop gets stale pretty quickly, and some encounters generally feel like they were made with co-op in mind more so than a solo player.”
music
426 mentions
61 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The music in "Pit People" has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its catchy, diverse soundtrack that enhances the game's comedic and whimsical atmosphere. The compositions, often described as funky and engaging, are noted for their ability to keep players immersed during gameplay, making the soundtrack a standout feature of the game. While some players found the music occasionally repetitive, the overall consensus is that it significantly contributes to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “The soundtrack is one of my favorite parts of the game!”
- “The music is fantastic and varied.”
- “The art, the story, the soundtrack.”
- “Boring, terrible music, terrible narration, just generally awful.”
- “Soundtrack is very limited at this point, and music can get repetitive.”
- “My ears burned after hearing the music in the game.”
graphics
332 mentions
58 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics in "Pit People" are consistently praised for their vibrant, whimsical art style that is characteristic of Behemoth's previous titles, such as "Castle Crashers" and "BattleBlock Theater." Players appreciate the charming character designs, colorful environments, and humorous animations, which contribute to the game's overall engaging and comedic atmosphere. While some users noted minor issues with visibility during gameplay, the general consensus is that the art style and accompanying soundtrack enhance the gaming experience significantly.
- “The game plunges players into a whimsical world filled with bizarre characters, outlandish enemies, and a vibrant art style that is unmistakably Behemoth.”
- “The art style is wonderful, the combat and gear mechanic is fun and addictive, and the humor in this game is off the charts.”
- “The graphics and audio are excellent, but as a lover of turn-based games I just can't stay with it.”
- “There's so much information and movement happening on screen that it's difficult to track when something on screen is relevant or not - as far as I've seen there's no 'reduced animations' option in the graphics settings that can make some of the ridiculous bounciness of some of the areas less difficult to look at.”
- “Unintuitive controls, horrible clunky mobile UI, graphics assets not even high enough resolution for 1080p (pixelated, muddy).”
- “Some elements seem pixelated (low quality graphics) even if running ultra settings (I know it's still early access).”
grinding
59 mentions
3 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive, especially as the game progresses. While some appreciate the challenge and the opportunity to level up characters, others feel that the frequent battles and lack of strategic depth lead to a monotonous experience. Overall, the grinding can detract from the enjoyment, particularly in solo play, but is somewhat alleviated when playing with friends.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “There's no grinding levels.”
- “Unfortunately, the gameplay becomes very tedious after only a brief period.”
- “The battles are very long and frequent, and so they become tedious from about the middle of the game onward.”
- “The gameplay is tedious and tiresome, and the reward of items that aren't going to make gameplay any more exciting are equally underwhelming.”
replayability
53 mentions
45 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
Replayability in the game varies significantly among users, with some praising its high replay value due to extensive content, customization options, and multiplayer capabilities, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth after initial playthroughs. Titles like "Pit People" are highlighted for their vast quests and unique items, contributing to a more engaging experience, whereas some games are deemed less replayable, often described as "one-play wonders." Overall, the game's replayability is influenced by factors such as gameplay mechanics, story engagement, and community interaction.
- “Pit People features hundreds of hours of content with over 200 quests, multiple unique world maps, a funny yet intriguing story that is quite replayable, and over 1,600 unique items to unlock.”
- “The soundtrack and storytelling are great, the gameplay is fun and addicting, and the vast variety of quests, characters, and items gives a phenomenal amount of replay value.”
- “The customizability and co-op mode make this game infinitely replayable.”
- “Easily the least replayable title of the Behemoth studio games... do not purchase.”
- “Not much replay value there, and if you replay for the quests on the open map, it's more repetitive than fun.”
- “It has absolutely no replay value.”
atmosphere
22 mentions
50 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its vibrant visuals, quirky humor, and engaging music, creating a playful and immersive experience that resonates with fans of the developer's unique style. While the narrative and artistic elements are celebrated, some players feel that the gameplay lacks depth and can become repetitive, detracting from the overall enjoyment. Despite these criticisms, the game's distinctive atmosphere remains a highlight, contributing to its charm and appeal.
- “The witty dialogue, eccentric plot, and playful atmosphere are testaments to Behemoth's creative spirit, making it a must-play for fans of their distinctive, offbeat style.”
- “The graphics are bright and appealing, the music, sound, and voice acting are excellent, crisp, and fitting, and the atmosphere and humor are highly amusing, resulting in one of those rare instances where I find myself laughing out loud whilst I play.”
- “The voice acting is a 10/10 along with the quirky music that's catchy, weird, and brings the atmosphere of this game together.”
- “I still love Pit People for its atmosphere, humor, art, and music, but their final work had me sighing more in disappointment than the feeling of fulfillment I was expecting.”
- “It can also be dark and morbid, but adding to the humor without taking away from the atmosphere.”
- “I'm digging the gameplay and atmosphere and humor (as expected, frankly) but just as the story took a very interesting turn, it abruptly ended.”
stability
22 mentions
27 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
73 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with some players experiencing frequent freezes, disconnects, and specific errors like "failed to create direct3d device," particularly in cooperative modes. While many users report minimal bugs and a generally polished experience, especially for an early access title, others note that certain features, like character customization, can lead to crashes. Overall, while the game shows promise and is enjoyable, players should be prepared for some instability and glitches, especially in multiplayer settings.
- “Bug free and very polished for an early access title.”
- “Considering the low price, I'd say even in its unfinished state you will likely get your money's worth, especially as it seems bug free (in my experience at least).”
- “The parts that are available are currently bug free, the online has little lag and is very clean.”
- “Frequent freezes and disconnects in co-op, the sole reason I bought this game.”
- “Game is amazing and I wish I could play it; unfortunately, I get an error 'failed to create Direct3D device.' This issue isn't unheard of, but I have tried all the troubleshooting steps and even spoke with the support staff for this game and could find no resolution.”
- “I am having this one bug; however, when I play in co-op mode, if both of us go in to customize our character, the host freezes up and has to log out of Windows to open again.”
character development
15 mentions
33 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
While the game features charming and whimsical character designs, users note a significant lack of character development, with characters often feeling like interchangeable gear rather than fully realized individuals. The focus is more on the comedic journey and engaging artwork than on deepening character arcs, leaving players hoping for future enhancements in this area. Overall, the writing and humor are praised, but the characters themselves do not evolve meaningfully throughout the game.
- “The writing is consistently hilarious, character designs are excellent or ridiculous to support the comedy, and the locations are wonderful and varied.”
- “The grid-based role-playing strategy game with behemoth quality and style in character design and customization just makes this stand out spectacularly.”
- “The art and character designs are cartoony and whimsical while the story and character personalities are surreal and offbeat.”
- “Characters receive little to no character development.”
- “Not much character development (levels seem arbitrary, all gear of the same type have the same stats).”
- “My hope for the future is in the developers implementing some kind of (possibly Castle Crashers-esque) character development system.”
emotional
12 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional connection to characters, with experiences ranging from laughter to heartbreak, particularly when beloved characters face death. The game features a compelling storyline that evokes a range of feelings, including joy and sadness, culminating in a wholesome and uplifting ending that leaves a lasting positive impression. Overall, the emotional depth of the game enhances player engagement and attachment.
- “You play a lot more cautiously with your main story characters since if they die, it means a hard reset (or you just lose the main story), and it's heartbreaking when a character who's rare or you've been using for ages dies.”
- “I have never been able to connect with a character on an emotional level like I did with Horatio, especially when he had to share his blueberries.”
- “I won't spoil anything, but the ending is wholesome and left me feeling really good.”
monetization
11 mentions
18 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The game features no in-app purchases or microtransactions, which many players appreciate as it emphasizes a fair and enjoyable gaming experience without the pressure of pay-to-win mechanics. Some users suggest that the game could benefit from optional microtransactions, but overall, it is praised for its integrity and lack of aggressive monetization strategies commonly found in other titles.
- “The game runs perfectly on Steam Deck, uses very little battery, has no technical issues whatsoever, it's not an early access, and has no microtransactions.”
- “No microtransactions.”
- “It's a game that wants to be played, it's not a 'triple A' game that wants to show you how to use a goddam store to purchase microtransactions.”
- “Game is perfect in every aspect, may profit come behemoth's way, btw your game does not need microtransactions; I have no idea whether that cancer was a joke or not.”
- “Everything is equal, no microtransactions, no pay to win.”
optimization
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with smooth performance on low-spec systems and no significant bugs reported. However, some players experienced frame rate issues, particularly when using certain controllers, and noted that the customization controls for PC could be improved for a better experience. Console controls appear to be prioritized in the game's design.
- “Gameplay-wise, it runs smoothly on my Intel HD Graphics work computer, so there are no issues even with computers of low specs.”
- “The game runs smoothly for me with no bugs as of yet, and the gameplay is really cool with very strategic battles.”
- “The game does seem optimized for console controls over mouse and keyboard.”
- “Game does seem optimized for console controls over mouse and keyboard.”
- “I was having horrible frame rate issues, but the guys at Behemoth (shout out to Kevin) really helped me figure out that it was my Bluetooth device (Steam controller) that was causing poor game performance.”
- “In order for you to make this game perfect, you need to make the customization controls easier on PC because it is poorly optimized and set up.”