Pixel Survivors

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Pixel Survivors is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Patagoniart and was released on May 5, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Pixel Survivors" is a challenging 2D pixel art survival game where players must gather resources, craft tools, and build shelters to survive in a hostile wilderness. With permanent death and procedurally generated worlds, each playthrough is a unique struggle for survival. Manage hunger, thirst, and temperature, while defending against dangerous wildlife and other hazards in this unforgiving landscape.

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Audience ScoreBased on 157 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

Cute and simple graphics that provide a relaxing experience.
The game has potential and is frequently updated by active developers who listen to community feedback.
Offers a unique gameplay experience with resource management and village building.

The user interface is abysmal and makes gameplay frustrating.
Villager AI is erratic and often leads to game-breaking bugs, such as villagers getting stuck or failing to gather resources.
The game lacks meaningful depth and balancing, making it feel incomplete and unpolished.

graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are predominantly retro pixel art, which some players appreciate for its charm and simplicity, while others criticize it for being outdated and lacking resolution options. Many reviews highlight the minimalist aesthetic, describing it as cute but ultimately low-quality, which can detract from the overall gameplay experience. Overall, the simplistic graphics may appeal to fans of the genre, but they may not meet the expectations of those seeking more contemporary visuals.
- “If you like pixelated graphics and lots of micro-management, you will enjoy Pixel Survivors.”
- “The graphics are cute and simplistic, very minimalist.”
- “+ charming minimalist graphics”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “While this game tries to add some uniqueness to the village-building gameplay, the super low-res graphics and clunky UI make it almost unplayable for me.”
- “Low quality graphics and an ugly UI mar the experience.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
53%
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The gameplay of Pixel Survivors is described as a mix of enjoyable yet challenging mechanics, with a simplistic design that can be both addictive and frustrating. While some players appreciate the depth of the building simulation, others criticize the outdated graphics and clunky UI, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite its low price point, many feel that the game lacks sufficient content and polish to justify its cost outside of sales.
- “I give this game a buy on beer to gameplay ratio as it's only the cost of a beer which can be gone in 30 minutes, and I got a lot more enjoyment than that out of the game.”
- “Enjoyable yet difficult gameplay even on easy.”
- “+ the gameplay is quite addictive.”
- “While this game tries to add some uniqueness to the village-building gameplay, the super low-res graphics and clunky UI make it almost unplayable for me.”
- “As it is now, the game is almost devoid of gameplay, has a UI from the 80s, and slows to a crawl after some time.”
- “The gameplay is okay for a survival game like this, but after you figure out how to deal with the game, it's more like: 15 minutes of gameplay was too much.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including game-breaking movement loops and tutorial problems. While some players report that these issues can be temporarily resolved by saving and reloading, the overall experience is marred by frequent freezes and inconsistencies.
- “The primary problem is that the survivors are buggy, which can often lead to game-breaking movement loops.”
- “Due to quite a few glitches, I have not beaten the game.”
- “Bugs and freezes galore.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as relaxing and suitable for background ambiance, though some players feel it lacks variety and emotional depth. While it effectively enhances the game's atmosphere, there are calls for more dynamic and engaging compositions to better complement the gameplay experience. Overall, it serves its purpose but may not satisfy those seeking a more diverse musical experience.
- “Good background music.”
- “Very interesting game, relaxing music, and it makes you take your time.”
- “The music is quite low; I don't ask for heavy metal, but something different—maybe something that changes the course of the game and isn't so sad.”
- “Like I said, the graphics are very simple, as is the sound and music.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The developers are actively addressing bugs and performance issues, consistently delivering effective improvements with each patch.
- “The devs are working hard to fix every bug and performance issue, and they deliver impressive results with every patch!”
- “The optimization in this game is top-notch, making for a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
- “I appreciate how the developers continuously improve performance, ensuring that the game runs flawlessly on various systems.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story conveys a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that giving up can prevent one from achieving success. However, despite its meaningful message, the narrative failed to engage gamers, leading to a lack of interest in the game overall.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Hardly a success story; gamers just weren't all that interested in the game.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game enjoyable, noting its funny concepts and entertaining gameplay, despite its early access status. The humor is appreciated for being accessible and less complex than that of similar games like Dwarf Fortress.
- “Even though the game is in early access, it's funny to play.”
- “Funny idea, less control than Dwarf Fortress.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that Gamemaker Studio is often associated with the creation of retro-style games that are perceived as low-quality or cash grabs, suggesting a negative view of its monetization practices.
- “Gamemaker Studio is most commonly used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”