Pitcher and the Whale

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Pitcher and the Whale is a single player action game. It was developed by Club Foxhole and was released on July 24, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A 2D platformer where you control a young fox searching for water to bring to a beached whale. Jump and throw your bucket around to open paths, knock away enemies, and of course, carry water!

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 45 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

monetization1 negative mentions

The game features adorable art and a charming storyline that focuses on helping a whale, creating a heartwarming experience.
It's a short and free game, making it accessible for players looking for a quick and enjoyable experience.
The gameplay includes interesting mechanics, such as collecting water to help the whale, which adds a unique twist to the platforming genre.

The game is very short, which may leave players wanting more content and depth.
Controls can be frustrating, especially for those using a keyboard, and some players may find the gameplay lacks clarity in its objectives.
The visual quality and overall execution may feel below the standards of more polished games, leading to a perception of it being a low-budget title.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
43%
The gameplay is characterized as a charming platformer featuring cute artwork and engaging mechanics, where players guide a pixelated fox to help a beached whale. However, some reviewers felt that the experience was too brief and lacked depth for multiple playthroughs, suggesting a desire for more content and varied mechanics in future iterations. Overall, it is seen as a lighthearted game suitable for casual play.
- “A fun little platformer with cute artwork and some interesting game mechanics.”
- “Gameplay consists of guiding a 2D retro pixel fox with a bucket on his head around a map to give water to a beached whale.”
- “This game is cute, harmless, the graphics and gameplay are good, and it's a good game to play if you want to kill some time.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The controls are unresponsive, which leads to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
- “The objectives are unclear, resulting in confusion and a lack of direction in the game.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming retro pixel art style that appeals to players, creating a heart-warming visual experience. While some reviews note the use of obsolete graphics, others appreciate the cute and engaging artwork, making it a suitable choice for fans of platformers. Overall, the visuals are considered appealing and complement the gameplay effectively.
- “I find the visuals not only appealing to the eye, but heart-warming too.”
- “Pretty good platformer and has a cute pixel art style too, overall a good game for people who like platformers.”
- “This game is cute, harmless, the graphics and gameplay are good, and it's a good game to play if you want to kill some time.”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is described as charming and suitable for players seeking a brief gaming experience without the commitment of a lengthy narrative. It offers a lighthearted and engaging plot that appeals to those looking for a quick, enjoyable playthrough.
- “It's not only cute, but if you're looking for a short game that doesn't compromise on experience, or if you don't want to play a long story-based game, this is the perfect one for you!”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game is noted as positive, as it is completely free, contrasting with the common trend of games made with Gamemaker Studio being perceived as low-effort cash grabs.
- “Very often, game maker studios are used to create shovelware and lazy cash grabs, although in this case, the game is completely free.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users appreciate the emotional depth of the visuals, noting that they are not only visually appealing but also evoke a heart-warming response.
- “I find the visuals not only appealing to the eye, but heartwarming too.”

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Pitcher and the Whale is a action game.

Pitcher and the Whale is available on PC and Windows.

Pitcher and the Whale was released on July 24, 2020.

Pitcher and the Whale was developed by Club Foxhole.

Pitcher and the Whale has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its monetization.

Pitcher and the Whale is a single player game.

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