Pitiri 1977
- November 7, 2014
- ILIKESCIFI Games
Get on SteamPitiri 1977 is an adventure-platformer with much exploration in both world and story, and is paying tribute to its classic pioneers – not only by its gameplay, but also by its background story. A narrative, that is set in 1977 (the glorious year of Star Wars IV, the Atari 2600, the Voyager One spacecraft & Led Zeppelin's “Presence”), in an imposing world, created by using hand-painted graphics, ch…
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful hand-drawn art and a great soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere.
- It offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of low-budget sci-fi films from the 1970s, appealing to players with fond memories of that era.
- Despite its flaws, the game provides a cute and satisfying experience with enjoyable exploration and puzzle-solving elements.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues, including broken mechanics and unresponsive controls.
- There is a lack of engaging gameplay, with minimal action, puzzles, and a bare-bones storyline that fails to captivate players.
- The absence of controller support and key remapping, along with frustrating gameplay mechanics, detracts from the overall experience.
- music16 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many reviewers highlighting its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience. The soundtrack is described as marvelous and worth purchasing on its own, complementing the game's distinct hand-drawn art style. While some find the soundtrack merely "okay," the consensus is that the music significantly contributes to the game's charm and atmosphere.
“The mood feels just right, the music/sfx are good also.”
“It has a distinct remarkable hand-drawn art style and marvelous music and sounds, that sets it apart from other games.”
“This game is clearly a case of the developers being better artists than programmers, and while it is rough around the edges from a technical standpoint, the artwork and music make it worth playing, at least for me.”
“It's also worth buying for the soundtrack alone :)”
“+) soundtrack”
- graphics10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a distinct hand-drawn art style that is both beautiful and atmospheric, showcasing the developers' artistic talent. However, the technical execution is somewhat lacking, leading to a rough experience that may frustrate some players despite the impressive visuals and accompanying music. Overall, the artwork stands out as a highlight, making the game worth experiencing for those who appreciate strong artistic elements.
“It has a distinct remarkable hand-drawn art style and marvelous music and sounds, that sets it apart from other games.”
“Very nice art visuals and a great atmosphere throughout the game.”
“Beautiful graphics.”
“This game is clearly a case of the developers being better artists than programmers, and while it is rough around the edges from a technical standpoint, the artwork and music make it worth playing, at least for me.”
“It has nice art and an okay soundtrack, though someone obviously cared a lot about the art style, which is a hell of a lot more than I can say for most indie devs. But in this instance, it isn't enough to abate frustration.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Gameplay is a mixed experience, with some players enjoying the entertaining mechanics and diverse abilities, while others feel that the lack of puzzles and underutilization of introduced mechanics detracts from the overall experience. The learning curve can enhance immersion, but it may also lead to frustration due to the limited depth in gameplay elements.
“The gameplay is also very entertaining and I really enjoyed the idea with the different abilities.”
“There are barely any puzzles, and the mechanics that are introduced aren't capitalized on.”
“The time it took me to figure out the mechanics made me feel like the little boy character also trying to figure it out.”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is criticized for being inconsistent and poorly constructed, with a bare-bones narrative that fails to engage players. Additionally, exploration mechanics can inadvertently disrupt the storyline, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences. Overall, the lack of depth and coherence in the story detracts significantly from the game's appeal.
“The story feels inconsistent and sloppy.”
“The storyline is bare-bones, which would be fine if the rest of it was strong, but it's not.”
“I've had to reload saves from inadvertently breaking the story just from exploring places I 'wasn't supposed to go,' and in a genre about exploration, that is a pretty big flaw.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of Pitiri 1977 is highly praised for its captivating visual style reminiscent of Machinarium and the immersive mood akin to The Vanishing of Ethan Carter. Reviewers highlight the game's beautiful art and strong focus on exploration and puzzle-solving, making it an excellent choice for players seeking an atmospheric platforming experience to unwind.
“It reminded me of Machinarium in terms of visual style and The Vanishing of Ethan Carter in terms of atmosphere and mood.”
“Very nice art visuals and a great atmosphere throughout the game.”
“With a heavy focus on exploration and puzzle-solving, I totally recommend Pitiri 1977 to players who enjoy atmospheric platformers to escape everyday stress.”
“It reminded me of Machinarium in terms of visual style and Vanishing of Ethan Carter in terms of atmosphere and mood.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game's mechanics foster a deep emotional connection, as they resonate with the struggles of the young protagonist, enhancing the overall immersive experience. This shared journey of discovery creates a poignant sense of empathy and engagement.
“The time it took me to figure out the mechanics made me feel like the little boy character also trying to figure it out.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's nostalgic charm, highlighting its well-crafted visuals and quirky humor reminiscent of classic titles. The humor is described as "weird," contributing to a relaxed and immersive gaming experience.
“This game gave me the feeling of playing the good old games again, where you don't have to rush and just soak in the mood of really well-painted textures and the weird humor they came with.”
