Pizzarian

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Pizzarian is a single player action game. It was developed by Alex Jedraszczak and was released on February 3, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

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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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features a unique and entertaining concept of pizza delivery in space, combining strategy and arcade elements.
Players appreciate the retro pixel art style, catchy chiptune music, and the overall fun and addictive gameplay.
The game offers a variety of ships and upgrades, providing a rewarding experience as players progress and improve their delivery business.

The tutorial is poorly designed, often confusing players and failing to adequately explain game mechanics, leading to frustration.
Some players have reported technical issues, with the game not functioning properly on certain machines and a lack of developer support.
The game is relatively short and can be completed quickly, which may leave some players wanting more content.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its solid controls, mechanics, and overall atmosphere, though some players found it initially confusing and noted that the tutorial was inadequate, making it difficult to grasp the controls without trial and error. Once familiarized, players reported a smoother experience.
- “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.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 perceived as only one or two tracks—may divide opinions, as some players appreciate its charm while others feel the need to lower the volume or mute it entirely.
- “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.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its clever retro references and playful design, featuring 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 and a vibrant visual style. Overall, the game delivers a lighthearted and entertaining experience that resonates with fans of classic arcade games.
- “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.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Pizzarian" follows a small pizza delivery business striving to become the most renowned service in the Jovian system, blending elements of glamour and danger in an intergalactic setting. Players embark on a mission that highlights the challenges and excitement of running a pizza business in a futuristic world.
- “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.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a double-edged sword; while some appreciate it as a mindless and simple activity, 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.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its overall quality and immersive experience, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay environment.
- “This game has everything: great controls, solid mechanics, delicious pizza, charming sprites, and an incredible atmosphere!”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight a strong sense of replayability, indicating that the game offers numerous opportunities for repeated playthroughs.
- “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.”
graphics
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The graphics feature a nostalgic Game Boy art style, appealing to fans of retro aesthetics.
- “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
- “The vibrant colors and detailed environments make the game visually captivating.”
- “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.”