Pizzarian

57%
Game Brain Score Based on 16 reviews
  • gameplay
  • music
  • humor
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The year is 2010 A.D.—The Future—and your mission is to be the coolest pizza delivery business in the Jovian system. Cut through traffic, avoid the police, and deliver pizzas to the moons of Jupiter! Save up your money to buy better ships and upgrade your pizzeria. Just look out for the competition...!

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  • Windows
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Reviews

57%
Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and entertaining concept of delivering pizzas in space, combining elements of strategy and arcade gameplay.
  • Players appreciate the retro pixel art style, catchy chiptune music, and the overall fun atmosphere of the game.
  • The game offers good controls and mechanics, with plenty of replayability and opportunities for upgrades, making it enjoyable for both short and long play sessions.
  • The tutorial is poorly designed, often confusing players and failing to adequately explain the gameplay mechanics, which can lead to frustration.
  • Some players have reported technical issues, including the game not functioning on certain machines and a lack of developer support for fixes.
  • The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content and depth in their gaming experience.
  • gameplay6 mentions

    Overall, the gameplay is praised for its solid controls, mechanics, and engaging atmosphere, though some players found the initial learning curve steep due to a weak tutorial that fails to adequately explain the controls. While many users enjoyed the experience once they adapted, others expressed frustration with the lack of accessible guidance after initial failures.

    • “Play this; this game has good everything: good controls, good mechanics, good sprites, good atmosphere, all of it!”
    • “The gameplay itself took a short while to get used to.”
    • “Over time, you get the gameplay and controls down with no issues.”
    • “The gameplay while a little bit confusing at first.”
    • “Three minutes in, and not only does the weak tutorial fail to satisfactorily explain the gameplay, but it's not even accessible after two failures to do exactly what it tells you to, leaving you to try and figure out game controls on your own, or reboot the game.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game is characterized by catchy, retro 8-bit chiptunes that evoke nostalgia, with some players finding the map system's theme particularly memorable. However, the limited variety—often featuring only one or two tracks—may divide opinions, as some players appreciate the nostalgic feel while others may prefer to lower the volume or mute it entirely. Overall, the music adds a unique charm to the game's retro aesthetic.

    • “With a great retro style featuring multiple color schemes, some seriously groovy 8-bit music (I've had the map system music stuck in my head for a week), and a great sense of humor, Pizzarian is a game with tons of variety packed into one nostalgic arcade trip.”
    • “The chiptune music sounds great.”
    • “One last note: the music.”
    • “I can definitely see the background music being divisive among players, as there only seems to be one (or did I hear a second) song the whole game, and though it is somewhat catchy and reminiscent of bygone games of old, many will definitely feel the need to turn it down or completely off.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its clever retro references and playful design, with ships and weapons that evoke nostalgia while adding a comedic twist. Players appreciate the unique blend of funny elements and engaging gameplay, enhanced by catchy 8-bit music that complements the overall lighthearted experience.

    • “Using hard-earned money on new ships is crucial to extending your future trips and making sure you hit each delivery target with utmost precision. The ships themselves come with a variety of badass retro references, ranging from ships likened to the Vic Viper from Gradius to weapons humorously taking after the Nintendo Zapper, remembered so fondly.”
    • “With a great retro style featuring multiple color schemes, some seriously groovy 8-bit music (I've had the map system music stuck in my head for a week), and a great sense of humor, Pizzarian is a game with tons of variety packed into one nostalgic arcade trip.”
    • “Funny, unique game with many bosses.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story of "Pizzarian" follows the journey of a small pizza delivery business striving to become the most renowned service in the Jovian system, navigating the glamorous yet perilous world of intergalactic delivery.

    • “Pizzarian is the story of one small pizza business and its rise into the glamorous yet dangerous life of intergalactic delivery service.”
    • “The future—and your mission is to be the coolest pizza delivery business in the Jovian system.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players appreciate the mindless grinding aspect of the game, finding it enjoyable in its simplicity, while others consider it tedious and repetitive.

    • “I actually found this part of the game to be rather tedious.”
    • “It's a great simple pixel game for mindless grinding.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with players noting its overall quality and immersive experience, complemented by appealing visuals and engaging mechanics.

    • “This game has everything: great controls, solid mechanics, delicious pizza, charming sprites, and an incredible atmosphere!”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players highlight a strong sense of replayability, indicating that the game offers numerous opportunities for revisiting and enjoying different experiences.

    • “There is plenty of replayability in this game.”
    • “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
    • “I love how different strategies can lead to entirely new experiences every time I play.”
  • graphics1 mentions

    The graphics feature a nostalgic Game Boy art style, appealing to fans of retro aesthetics.

    • “The game features a charming Game Boy art style that adds a nostalgic touch.”
    • “The graphics are beautifully crafted, creating a vibrant and immersive world.”
    • “The visual design is stunning, with intricate details that enhance the overall experience.”
    • “It has a Game Boy art style to it.”
    • “The graphics look outdated and lack detail.”
    • “The character models are poorly designed and lack polish.”
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