Pixelpunk XL
- April 20, 2018
- Mykhail Konokh
Get on SteamPixelpunk XL is a voxel-based, open-world action adventure game. Traverse diverse landscapes, gather resources, craft and build to your heart's content. Engage in real-time combat with intriguing enemies, or avoid conflict and focus on creation in this expansive pixel world.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has enjoyable controls and a fun atmosphere, reminiscent of classic titles like 'Descent'.
- The random level generation offers some replayability, making it a decent experience for its low price.
- The visuals and sound design are appealing, contributing to an immersive experience despite the game's shortcomings.
- The game suffers from a lack of content, with limited enemy variety and simplistic gameplay mechanics.
- Many players experience technical issues, including the game not launching or crashing frequently.
- The combat can be frustrating due to poorly designed enemy encounters and a lack of meaningful progression or upgrades.
- graphics13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant visuals and atmospheric design, particularly when using alternative graphic modes that enhance the experience. However, some players find the default art style frustrating, as it can obscure gameplay elements and hinder aiming. Overall, while the aesthetics are generally appreciated, they can become repetitive due to the game's level design.
“I use only the excellent toxic mode in the menu for graphics, with gorgeous results to my taste, brilliant visualization and ambience.”
“Really enjoyable atmosphere and aesthetic.”
“The visuals and the combat is as though somebody ripped Super Metroid and superimposed it onto an ocean craft simulator.”
“The visuals and the combat feel as though somebody ripped Super Metroid and superimposed it onto an ocean craft simulator.”
“The default art style hinders gameplay, making enemies and bullets hard to hit or see.”
“I love the graphics and the concept, but going through the same randomly generated corridors fighting the same enemies gets boring.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as challenging and fun at its core, but it suffers from a lack of content and complex systems, leading to a short overall experience. While the mechanics function well, the default art style can hinder visibility, making it difficult to hit enemies and understand hitboxes. Overall, the game offers an enjoyable experience but feels incomplete and awkward in its flow.
“And no problems with the real difficulty of the challenging gameplay.”
“Mechanically, the game works well.”
“The core gameplay is fun.”
“Get it on sale, but otherwise it's not worth it, as there's only a couple of hours of gameplay.”
“What the game lacks is content and complex gameplay systems to provide depth for a longer experience.”
“The default art style hinders gameplay, making enemies and bullets hard to hit or see.”
- music6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its fitting and ambient qualities, although some find it slightly monotonous. While the soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere, it may lack variety for some players. Notably, one track stands out as particularly sublime, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
“Good, very fitting background music.”
“The ambient music was nice.”
“I really love the movement; the music is tame but good for its ambience.”
“The music is slightly monotonous, the bosses are fairly easy, and the game is not as fast-paced as I expected.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its enjoyable aesthetic and engaging visuals, contributing to an overall fun experience.
“Really fun controls, visuals, and atmosphere.”
“Really enjoyable atmosphere and aesthetic.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game offers decent replayability due to its roguelike elements, despite its short length. However, players feel that the addition of an upgrade system could enhance the experience and make it more engaging for repeated playthroughs.
“If this game had an upgrade system or something like Tower of Guns, I think it would be much more replayable and interesting.”
“The game is pretty short, but the replayability is there since it's a roguelike.”
“Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying feel tedious and uninteresting.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers feel that the game's story lacks depth and purpose, suggesting that with more careful development, it could significantly enhance the overall experience and justify a higher price point.
“If the designers had spent a bit more time crafting the story and purposefully designing the level system, I could see a game like this approaching the $20 range.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged with the characters.”
“There are too many plot holes and unresolved storylines that leave the player feeling unsatisfied.”
