Pivot Pilot
- January 6, 2017
- Niko Kivilahti
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and innovative mechanic with the robot arm, adding a fresh twist to the platforming experience.
- The soundtrack is highly praised, enhancing the overall gameplay experience and providing a great atmosphere.
- The level design offers a challenging yet satisfying experience, with clever puzzles that require concentration and skill to navigate.
- The level design can be frustrating, combining long mundane sections with sudden difficult challenges, leading to repetitive gameplay.
- Controls can feel imprecise and unintuitive, particularly with the robot arm, making some levels overly challenging due to the required precision.
- There are instances of 'trial and error' gameplay where players must die to learn how to progress, which can be frustrating and lead to tedious repetition.
- gameplay14 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Pivot Pilot is characterized by its unique pivoting mechanic and the control of a mechanical arm, which adds depth to the platforming experience. While the level design is praised for its creativity and potential for skilled players, the intentionally frustrating control scheme and punishing difficulty may deter some. Overall, the game combines interesting mechanics with a strong soundtrack and artistic elements, making it a compelling choice for those who enjoy challenging gameplay.
“The pivoting mechanic is a great gimmick; there's still some decent platforming, a banging soundtrack, and interesting level ideas even if the execution didn't live up to it.”
“What makes Pivot Pilot different is that you also control a mechanical arm with the right thumbstick, the bumpers, and the triggers.”
“I really love the level design in this game, and some of the mechanics are absolutely insane.”
- music12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its exceptional quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, even serving as a distraction from gameplay frustrations. The soundtrack is described as "banging" and deserving of accolades, complementing the game's pixel art and polished mechanics. Overall, the combination of unique gameplay, impressive visuals, and an outstanding soundtrack makes it a standout title.
“The soundtrack is so amazing that it will distract you from getting too frustrated.”
“You might as well just hand out the award for the best video game soundtrack of 2017 already.”
“Unique gameplay, great art, and awesome music alone should be the reason to get this game!”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their well-executed pixel art style, which effectively enhances the overall aesthetic of the game. Reviewers consistently highlight the graphical design as a standout feature.
“The graphical style is also spot on.”
“Graphics are well-made pixel art, and it works like a charm.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when they must repeatedly replay earlier sections after failing at later challenges, despite having mastered the initial parts. This repetitive cycle can lead to frustration, especially after numerous attempts.
“When you've played a level 30 times and have the first set of traps down, dying on the second set of traps and having to redo the first set (even though you can beat it 90% of the time once you have enough practice on that level) ultimately gets really tedious.”
