Pixel Devil and the Broken Cartridge

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Classic platformer in the style of Pixel-art. The main character goes to the world of 8-bit games to save his girlfriend. Help him to find new abilities and find out who is behind the abduction of the girl.

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Play Modes

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

Pixel Devil and the Broken Cartridge screenshot

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

music2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Enjoyable graphics and good music enhance the gaming experience.
Well-balanced level design makes it accessible for a wide audience.
Offers a nostalgic NES-era platforming experience that can be enjoyable for fans of the genre.

The game's quality is low, with primitive music and uninspired level design.
Controls are clunky and uncomfortable, making gameplay frustrating.
The game feels unfinished and resembles a homemade flash game rather than a polished release.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received mixed reviews; while some players appreciated the enjoyable visuals and overall aesthetic, others criticized the pixel art for being poorly executed and lacking detail compared to older games.
- “The enjoyable graphics, good music, and well-balanced level design make this a good game for everybody.”
- “The pixel graphics are done in a very lazy manner; even NES games from 1987 have much better detail.”
- “The pixel graphics are done in a very lazy manner; even NES games from 1987 have much better detail.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally appreciated for its quality, contributing positively to the overall experience, though some users describe it as primitive. Overall, it complements the enjoyable graphics and well-balanced level design, making the game appealing to a wide audience.
- “The enjoyable graphics, good music, and well-balanced level design make this a good game for everybody.”
- “The music is primitive.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The gameplay has been criticized for lacking interesting mechanics, leading to a repetitive and uninspired experience.
- “There are no interesting game mechanics.”
- “The gameplay lacks any engaging features.”
- “The mechanics are uninspired and fail to captivate.”