Pogglewash

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Pogglewash is a single player casual platformer game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Lavendeer and was released on May 19, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

A 3D platformer in which you play as a robot on an alien planet cleaning up polluted goop while interacting with cute creatures named Pogglewonks.

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Single-Player

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Adorable and charming art style with cute creatures and a polished, vibrant world design.
Simple, wholesome, and kid-friendly 3D platformer with satisfying cleaning mechanics and light puzzle elements.
Short, fun, and relaxing gameplay experience suitable for a quick play session or casual players.

Performance issues including high CPU usage, unstable frame rates, and poor optimization even on high-end PCs.
Controls and platforming mechanics can feel clunky, rough, and occasionally frustrating.
Very short gameplay length with limited content and minimal story or exploration depth.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
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The gameplay is short, lasting around 15-25 minutes, with simple, linear platforming that some find charming but others consider barebones. Controls and animation can feel slightly janky, with minor issues in jumping mechanics, though not enough to hinder the overall experience.
- “Pogglewash is a charming indie platformer that captures the essence of fun and child-friendly gameplay.”
- “I felt like the controls were just a tiny bit janky and I did have some minor issues with the jumping mechanics but it wasn't anything that would make the game unplayable.”
- “Quite enjoyable 25 minutes of gameplay.”
- “Only about 20 minutes of gameplay; I wish there was more!”
- “The platforming part is barebones, linear, and has little to no gameplay.”
- “This game is 15-20 minutes of gameplay, feels like a fever dream.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The game is praised for its charm and design but consistently criticized for poor optimization, requiring a high-end PC to run smoothly. Performance issues, including abrupt camera movement and lag even on low settings, detract from the overall experience. Despite these problems, the gameplay and aesthetics remain enjoyable.
- “The only complaints I have are that the camera movement was a little abrupt and performance could have been further optimized.”
- “You need a really high-end system to make this run smoothly.”
- “However, the game suffers from massive performance issues; even playing at the lowest setting makes the game only bearable if you intend to finish it.”
- “However, the game suffers from massive performance issues; even playing at the lowest settings makes the game barely bearable unless you are committed to finishing it.”
- “If not for the performance, I would recommend this game to anyone that likes platformers and has a spare 20 minutes.”
- “The only complaint I have is that the camera movement was a little abrupt and performance could have been further optimized.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features nice graphics and a well-designed art style that enhances its adventure and mystery themes. The visual elements, including the creatures and main character, are engaging and contribute to an enjoyable, nostalgic platforming experience suitable for all ages.
- “Nice graphics and design.”
- “This is a great game with a great art style, combining adventure and mystery. The platforming is fun and fluid, and the creatures and main character are interesting and well-designed.”
- “The game reminds me of the good old days of platforming games, with enjoyable and accessible graphics suitable for any age.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users appreciate the music for its quality and subtle variations across different islands, praising the sound design team's attention to detail. The music and sound effects are well-received, complementing the game's charming character designs without causing any issues.
- “Love the music, I know they mention it on the store page, but kudos to the sound design team for doing little tweaks to every island tune.”
- “Okay sounds and music.”
- “Besides the performance, there are no major problems with the game itself; the character designs are cute and appealing, and the music and sound effects are not grating.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally stable with minimal bugs, though some control issues are noted. Players found no major glitches but discovered a few clever exploits that enhance gameplay possibilities. Overall, stability is solid with room for minor improvements.
- “The controls can be a bit buggy but it's overall pretty cute with basic platforming involved.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The story is generally minimal or absent, with some users wishing for a more developed or feel-good narrative, while others note a lack of explanation behind the game's setting or events.
- “Other than that, this is a wonderful short platformer game with a feel-good story.”
- “All this game really needs now is a tiny story and a sequel.”
- “There is no story and no explanation (unlike 'Island Saver')—where did this pollution come from?”
- “All this game really needs now is a tiny story and sequel”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers a wholesome and vibrant emotional experience, capturing a playful, toddler-like charm that enhances its platforming appeal.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is quick to complete but offers enough areas to explore and clean, providing a decent level of replayability.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is generally positive, with cute and appealing character designs that complement the overall experience, though specific narrative depth or growth is not highlighted.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the humor unintended, stemming from technical issues like lag during certain camera angles, which some find ironically amusing rather than intentionally funny.