Pixelot

About

Pixelot is a single-player turn-based RPG that combines combat of classic role-playing games, team building of monster collecting games, and dungeons of adventure games. It features an easy-to-understand gearing and upgrading system, unique playable classes, and challenging puzzles in dungeons. With auto-save, party healing, and quick play features, Pixelot is designed for convenient and accessible gameplay.

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Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

Pixelot offers a charming and nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic RPGs, with engaging gameplay and a great soundtrack.
The game features a diverse roster of characters and classes, allowing for various strategies and team compositions.
It provides a casual and accessible RPG experience, making it suitable for players looking for a light-hearted adventure without heavy grinding.

The story and character development are shallow, with many characters lacking meaningful backstory or contribution to the narrative.
Gameplay can become repetitive, with excessive random encounters and a lack of strategic depth in combat due to automatic healing and cooldown mechanics.
There are several quality-of-life issues, including clunky controls, tedious item management, and bugs that affect gameplay experience.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
77%
12%
The story in the game is largely criticized for being generic and lacking depth, with many players noting its reliance on clichéd fantasy tropes such as elemental crystals and a dark lord. While some characters receive minimal development, most are described as underwhelming and lacking significant backstory, leading to a narrative experience that feels derivative and simplistic. Overall, those seeking a rich and engaging story may find the game lacking, as it primarily focuses on basic quests and combat rather than compelling storytelling.
- “The story draws you in and the subtle easter eggs like penguins saying dude (Disgaea).”
- “If you are looking for a basic story, cute art style, little quips here and there, a massive cast of playable characters, and a simple yet fun combat system, I definitely recommend it!”
- “The simple graphics frame a game with solid logic and an interesting story.”
- “However, the generic aspects of the setting and story, the lack of character development, the lack of significant story moments, and the excessive number of fights that the game puts you through affect the overall experience of the game.”
- “However, when it comes to the true hallmark of those games, the story and characters, Pixelot falls short.”
- “The story hits many of the plot beats one might expect in a classic fantasy RPG storyline (e.g., elemental crystals, dark lord), but it feels derivative, milquetoast, and generic since it doesn’t really have anything that makes its own stamp on the genre.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
59%
18%
The gameplay is characterized by its charming pixel art, engaging soundtrack, and simple controls, making it accessible and enjoyable. While it emulates classic fantasy RPGs with a variety of mechanics and character options, some players find the lack of strategic depth and certain design choices, like the drop mechanic and limited dialogue impact, detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a blend of turn-based combat and exploration that maintains variety, though it may feel repetitive at times.
- “Great soundtrack, good gameplay time, easy to remember playability, simple controls.”
- “The pixel art, the music, and the multiple RPG mechanics come together in a beautiful, compelling, and fun way, giving the player an experience that oozes personality.”
- “Pixel turn-based RPG + combat system + 30+ recruitable characters = adventure in this old school style RPG with simple but progressive gameplay.”
- “On the con side, this limits the need to strategize as much and also contributes to the gameplay experience feeling bland since choices don’t change the dialogue or puzzle solutions at all.”
- “I've never seen such a stupid drop mechanic in a JRPG before.”
- “In at least one instance, the player has to obtain all treasures during the first visit of a location (like in the magma dungeon), because 'pathfinding' mechanics aren't reset upon the dungeon's completion, thus cutting off access to most of the dungeon upon a second visit.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
63%
19%
The graphics of the game are characterized by retro pixel art, which appeals to fans of '90s aesthetics but may feel imitative rather than immersive. While the visuals are described as cute and fitting for a casual RPG, some reviewers note that they appear dated for a 2021 release, lacking innovation within the genre. Overall, the graphics complement the game's solid mechanics and engaging story, though they may not meet modern expectations.
- “Add in cute 8-bit visuals and an engaging soundtrack for a great casual RPG.”
- “As is implied by the game’s title, the art style and graphics are retro pixel.”
- “The graphics are in pixel art, and it's quite nice to see.”
- “While this successfully gives Pixelot the surface aesthetics of ‘90s games, it ends up feeling more imitative of the style rather than evocative of the game universe’s sense of place, hindering the game’s immersiveness.”
- “Dated graphics for a 2021 release, even for an indie.”
- “As it's self-evident, the graphics of this game do not belong to this generation in the least.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The music in the game is generally praised for being enjoyable and charming, complementing the pixel art and gameplay mechanics effectively. While it creates a pleasant atmosphere, some reviewers note that it may not resonate outside the game and occasionally mismatches the scene's mood. Overall, it contributes positively to the casual RPG experience, though it may not reach the iconic status of soundtracks from classic RPGs.
- “Very charming, great music and some basic but well-executed gameplay mechanics.”
- “The pixel art, the music, and the multiple RPG mechanics come together in a beautiful, compelling, and fun way, giving the player an experience that oozes personality.”
- “The music is very well done and pleasant to listen to.”
- “This is one area where I would say the game isn’t particularly aiming to emulate classic RPGs like Final Fantasy, which are renowned for their soundtracks.”
- “There are even a couple of places where the music doesn’t really fit the mood of the scene.”
- “For example, the music playing during the haunted library made me think of a beach.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews on grinding in the game are mixed; while some players find it tedious and frustrating due to bugs and cumbersome item management, others appreciate that the game minimizes grinding, allowing for enjoyable gameplay without the need for extensive leveling or equipment grinding. Overall, the experience varies significantly depending on individual playstyles and encounters with bugs.
- “There are quite a few bugs, including one that deleted one of my best items (Prisma Cloak). Grinding for the late game is difficult and annoying, and the controller controls are buggy.”
- “Item management is super tedious, not just because items have to be bought and sold one copy at a time.”
- “This is particularly true with some bosses, and level/equip grinding will never be as important as actually good composition.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is characterized by charming, pun-filled dialogue that appeals to fans of dad jokes, making it a standout feature for those who enjoy this style. However, players who dislike puns may find it less enjoyable, and concerns about potential bugs may deter some from fully engaging with the humor. Overall, the dialogue is frequently described as funny and entertaining.
- “A charming lightweight old school RPG with plenty of dad humor.”
- “In my personal opinion, the punny dialogue is one of the universe’s stronger aspects, but for those who hate that style of humor, this may not be their cup of tea.”
- “The dialogues are really funny and fun to read.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the game suffers from a lack of character development, with protagonists often feeling like blank slates and lacking significant backstory or growth throughout the narrative. This absence of depth, combined with generic storytelling and an overemphasis on combat, detracts from the overall gaming experience.
- “However, the generic aspects of the setting and story, the lack of character development, the lack of significant story moments, and the excessive number of fights that the game puts you through affect the overall experience of the game.”
- “However, other than these initial choices, the initial character remains mostly a blank slate who isn’t required to be in the party and doesn’t seem to have any significant backstory or character development.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from several bugs, including a significant issue that can result in the loss of important items, which hampers late-game progression. Additionally, players have reported problems with controller responsiveness, contributing to an overall lack of stability.
- “There are quite a few bugs, including one that deleted one of my best items (Prisma Cloak). Grinding for the late game is difficult and annoying, and the controller controls are buggy.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
- “I've encountered multiple stability issues, including random freezes and lag spikes that ruin the gameplay experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users indicate that while the game offers good quality for its price of €12.50, it lacks significant replay value, suggesting it may not be worth revisiting after the initial playthrough.
- “For the proposed price of €12.50, there is no replay value, but the quality is definitely good. I can recommend buying it at full price.”