Pitiri 1977

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In Pitiri 1977, a kid with supernatural powers sets off on a mission to rescue their kidnapped brother. This adventure-platformer features a 70s setting, with Metroidvania-style exploration and a story that unfolds in hand-painted levels, all set to a 1970s soundtrack. Paying homage to classic pioneers, the game offers a rich blend of world exploration and narrative.

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Play Modes

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

53%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

music13 positive mentions

gameplay6 negative mentions

The game features beautiful 2D art and a charming soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
It has a decent story and some simple puzzles that add variety to the gameplay.
Despite its flaws, the game has a certain charm and can be enjoyable for those who appreciate indie platformers.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues, including poor hitboxes and clunky controls.
It is very short, with many players completing it in under two hours, leading to a feeling of it being incomplete.
There is a lack of polish in gameplay mechanics, such as no controller support and unremappable keys, which detracts from the overall experience.

music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
33%
13%
The music in the game has received a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising its uniqueness and immersive quality, often highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. While some found the soundtrack annoying or subpar, others appreciated the effort put into the music, noting that it complements the game's charming visuals and retro theme. Overall, the music is seen as a significant aspect that reflects the developers' passion and artistic intent, making it worth experiencing despite the game's technical shortcomings.
- “The music I actually listened to (most of the time, I turn off the sounds, play the game, and watch Netflix... not this time), and it was great.”
- “Beautiful 2D art and charming music set the circumstances for this lovely little indie gem.”
- “Everything from the visual design, the characters, the mechanics, to the music shows that a lot of passion was put into the game.”
- “Effort was there--including a 3D intro movie, surprisingly--but the gameplay is sub-par, the music is annoying, and the plot is paper-thin.”
- “Terrible physics, terrible MIDI music, nearly absent gameplay, no way to change the backwards controls.”
- “There's no settings, so you can't adjust music/sound, you can't remap keyboard controls, which sucks because it uses arrow keys instead of WASD.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
36%
14%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful, hand-drawn art style and charming aesthetic that enhances the overall atmosphere. However, technical issues such as imprecise controls and collision detection detract from the experience, leading some players to feel that the visuals alone cannot compensate for gameplay shortcomings. Overall, while the artwork is often highlighted as a strong point, it is accompanied by criticisms of the game's technical execution.
- “Pitiri 1977 has a lot of charm stemming not only from its consistent design (graphic, acoustic, character) but the commitment of its developer to merge these parts to deliver more than their sum; his vision of a Star Wars induced retrofuturism you can enjoy exploring.”
- “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.”
- “The visuals and sound mean nothing when it's a technical mess.”
- “The soundtrack is good and the graphics too, but the actual game is just bad and feels incomplete in many regards.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
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The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with many players finding it weak and underdeveloped, particularly criticizing the lack of depth in character relationships and plot consistency. While some appreciate the charming visuals and the effort put into the narrative, others feel it is overshadowed by subpar gameplay and a lack of innovation. Overall, the story is seen as a basic framework that fails to engage players fully, despite some interesting elements and atmospheric design.
- “Pitiri 1977 is a charming indie game with a great little story and a good length.”
- “The lovely visual style and music integrate well with the retro theme portrayed in the story, and you can feel all the love and hard work that went into this indie game.”
- “Very atmospheric levels and a beautiful story.”
- “The story is just odd, and not particularly enticing.”
- “The relationship between the two brothers is never really explored much, making it hard to care about the protagonists' primary motivating factor, quite a negative in a game that promotes itself as having story-driven gameplay.”
- “The story-line is bare-bones, which would be fine if the rest of it was strong, but it's not.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
50%
33%
The gameplay has been criticized for its clunky controls, lack of polish, and frustrating mechanics that detract from the overall experience. While there are some interesting puzzle elements and special abilities, they are often overshadowed by poor physics, a broken autosave feature, and a general lack of direction. Despite the game's appealing artwork and character design, many players find the gameplay to be mediocre and unengaging, making it difficult to connect with the story or enjoy the experience fully.
- “Funny dialogs with cute characters make this game a true experience to sink into while exploring the intriguing world with its game mechanics, which is a daring challenge.”
- “The gameplay is also very entertaining, and I really enjoyed the idea with the different abilities.”
- “Everything from the visual design, the characters, the mechanics, to the music shows that a lot of passion was put into the game.”
- “The game really just lacks polish on the gameplay side.”
- “The artwork is pretty to look at and there are a few neat puzzle mechanics here and there, but that’s counterweighed by floaty and imprecise controls – which can’t be rebound and don’t support controller input – and a general lack of the player knowing where to go and what to do.”
- “The autosave feature is utterly broken, so no matter how many screens you enter or the progress you make, you will always be sent back to the last polaroid you used, which is a big issue when you can accidentally fall out of the world, because there is no death/respawn mechanic, so it's a hard reset for you.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, drawing comparisons to titles like Machinarium and The Vanishing of Ethan Carter for its captivating visual style and mood. Players appreciate the beautiful art, immersive levels, and the strong emphasis on exploration and puzzle-solving, making it a recommended choice for those seeking an atmospheric escape from daily stress.
- “Very nice art visuals and a great atmosphere throughout the game.”
- “Very atmospheric levels and a beautiful story.”
- “It reminded me of Machinarium in terms of visual style and The Vanishing of Ethan Carter in terms of atmosphere and mood.”
- “And by the bit too early end of it, when you've probably already been falling for its charm and atmosphere, just set up a letter paper on your typewriter and send the team behind this some love!”
- “With a strong emphasis on exploration and puzzle solving, I totally recommend Pitiri 1977 for players who like platformers with atmosphere, for people who want to escape everyday stress.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be a heartwarming experience, with its charming mechanics and rich personality evoking a strong emotional connection. The narrative resonates deeply, particularly for those who have followed its development over the years, enhancing their investment in the story and characters.
- “The time it took me to figure out the mechanics made me feel like the little boy character also trying to figure it out.”
- “Very cute and heartwarming game.”
- “The game drips with personality and heartfelt details right from the get-go.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for its lack of stability, with users reporting numerous bugs that significantly impact the overall experience.
- “Short and rather buggy.”
- “The primary damning issue with the game is simple: the game is noticeably buggy.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and clunky, often feeling that it detracts from the overall experience due to poor pacing and technical issues.
- “It's just fucking tedious.”
- “It's definitely a video game and it wants you to know, but it's also a pretty rubbish one, clunky and tedious with no sense of pacing and some really weird technical issues.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized by funny dialogues and charming characters, creating an immersive experience that evokes nostalgia for classic games. Players appreciate the blend of quirky humor with engaging gameplay mechanics, allowing them to leisurely explore a beautifully crafted world.
- “Funny dialogues with cute characters make this game a true experience to sink into while exploring the intriguing world. The game mechanics present a daring challenge.”
- “This game gave me the feeling of playing the good old games again, where you don't have to rush and can just soak in the mood of really well-painted textures and the weird humor they came with.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been criticized, with users noting that it suffers from significant performance issues, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “It's an indie platformer with some poor optimization under the hood.”