Pogostuck: Rage With Your Friends

86%
Game Brain Score Based on 7,404 reviews
  • gameplay
  • humor
  • graphics
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"Pogostuck: Rage With Your Friends" is a challenging game about climbing a mountain using a pogo stick. The game features multiple modes, including single and multiplayer co-op, rubber band co-op for 2-16 players, and randomly generated dungeons to explore. Utilize tilt controls, jumps, and powerboosts to reach new heights and collect loot.

  • PC
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
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Reviews

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 7,404 reviews
gameplay58 positive mentions
grinding8 negative mentions
  • gameplay222 mentions

    The gameplay of "Pogostuck" is characterized by its challenging mechanics centered around controlling a character on a pogo stick, navigating a difficult vertical landscape. While some players appreciate the rewarding nature of mastering its simple yet demanding controls, others criticize the game for its frustrating mechanics, inconsistent level design, and lack of meaningful content, leading to a polarizing experience. Overall, the game offers a unique blend of satisfaction and frustration, appealing primarily to those who enjoy high-difficulty platformers.

    • “The core gameplay mechanic of 'Pogostuck' revolves around controlling a character on a pogo stick, navigating through an increasingly difficult vertical landscape.”
    • “Its simple yet demanding mechanics, combined with charming visuals and a lively multiplayer experience, make it a standout title in the platformer genre.”
    • “The gameplay and controls are simple and feel very fluent, and the multiplayer aspect, as well as the multiple well-made maps and mini-games, make it hard to really get bored of the game.”
    • “The game fails to introduce novel ideas or push the boundaries of the platforming genre, leading to a stagnant and uninspiring gameplay experience.”
    • “This game was designed purely to frustrate you with bad level design, over-the-top mechanics, and annoying little characters that frustrate me the same way that minions do to others.”
    • “The mechanics of the character don't feel right, and the levels are set up in a way to take away any progress you have made.”
  • humor90 mentions

    The humor in "Pogostuck 2" is a standout feature, blending frustration with laughter as players navigate its challenging mechanics. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to create hilarious moments, especially when played with friends, where shared misfortunes lead to both rage and amusement. The cartoonish aesthetics and ragdoll physics contribute to its comedic charm, making it a memorable experience for those who can embrace the chaos.

    • “Pogo Stuck 2 is a delightful rage-inducing experience that has me screaming at my screen one moment and hysterically, sadistically laughing the next.”
    • “What sets Pogo Stuck apart from other platformers is its unique blend of frustration and humor.”
    • “The ragdoll physics and the ridiculous ways your character can flop around are just hilarious.”
  • graphics60 mentions

    The graphics of "Pogostuck" are widely praised for their vibrant, colorful art style and whimsical character designs, which create an engaging and visually appealing environment. Each level features a unique aesthetic that keeps the experience fresh, blending cartoonish elements with a surprisingly clean 3D render on a 2D plane. While the visuals are charming and contribute to the game's appeal, some players note that they serve as a deceptive contrast to the game's brutal difficulty.

    • “Pogostuck employs a vibrant and colorful art style that contrasts sharply with its brutal difficulty.”
    • “The whimsical graphics and charming character designs create an engaging and visually appealing environment.”
    • “Visually, this game knew what it wanted to be; the aesthetic is designed to be cartoonishly friendly and warm, making the game less frustrating. Background and foreground elements are extremely clear and have a unique 3D render to them despite being on a 2D plane, blending together nicely to create an insanely stylistic and appealing game.”
    • “Disgusting graphics.”
    • “🔲 Graphics don't matter in this game.”
    • “This game is brutally hard and the only appeal would be the satisfaction at the end or the surprisingly distinct and unique art style.”
  • emotional52 mentions

    Players describe the emotional experience of "Pogostuck" as a profound rollercoaster, eliciting intense feelings of frustration, vulnerability, and catharsis. Many express that the game's challenging mechanics lead to real tears and moments of despair, yet also foster a sense of perseverance and personal growth. Despite the emotional turmoil, some find the experience ultimately rewarding, highlighting the game's ability to resonate deeply with those struggling with mental health issues.

    • “While some games have their characters go through an emotional arc that leaves them a changed person by the end, Pogostuck forces you to live that arc yourself.”
    • “This game made me feel so alive while also making me feel the worst I have ever felt.”
    • “Ffffffffffffffffuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu.... great game, emotional rollercoaster with incredible highs and lows.”
  • music52 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the banjo tracks irritating and even mocking during failures, while others appreciate the upbeat and cheerful nature of the soundtrack. Some users recommend muting the game and listening to their own music for a more enjoyable experience, suggesting that the game's sound effects and ambient noises can suffice. Overall, the music can create a false sense of ease, but it often contributes to the game's challenging atmosphere.

    • “Actually fairly chill if you put on your favorite music and don't take it too seriously when you inevitably lose half your progress.”
    • “This is a fun game that will cause some rage, but still enjoyable when you're playing with music.”
    • “The cheerful, upbeat music and sound effects create a false sense of ease, often lulling you into a brief moment of calm before the next inevitable fall.”
    • “Nothing will ever make me as mad as the mocking banjo music that plays when I inevitably fall to my demise.”
    • “Even the music kicking in to mock you whenever you make a particularly devastating mistake is here.”
  • story16 mentions

    The game's story is praised for its depth, emotional engagement, and rich lore, drawing comparisons to acclaimed titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 and the Persona series. However, some users feel the narrative is minimal or lacking, likening it to games with little emphasis on story. Overall, the consensus highlights a nuanced and compelling narrative experience.

    • “The lore is very good and the backstory behind the characters is very interesting.”
    • “This game is incredibly nuanced, with an extraordinarily deep, intelligent, yet still challenging story that will play with your emotions at every turn.”
    • “This game has one of the most intense and rich stories out there, good enough to rival the likes of RDR2, the entire Persona series, the Kingdom Hearts games, and much more.”
    • “🔲 This game has no story.”
    • “✅ Like playing Temple Run for the story.”
    • “This game is incredibly nuanced, with an extraordinarily deep, intelligent, yet still challenging story, that will play with your emotions at every turn.”
  • replayability14 mentions

    The game boasts high replayability, driven by a design that fosters improvement and the pursuit of challenging goals, making players eager to return. While many appreciate the endless replay value, some note that forced replayability can detract from the experience, though speedrunning enthusiasts may find it particularly rewarding.

    • “It also has great replayability if you like speedrunning and building muscle memory.”
    • “The game’s design encourages replayability, as the sense of improvement and the desire to conquer ever-harder challenges keeps you coming back for more.”
    • “The replay value is off the charts as well.”
  • grinding8 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a double-edged sword; while it offers a sense of improvement and can be a good way to pass time, many describe it as tedious and frustrating, particularly due to challenging jumps that lead to repetitive gameplay. Despite the grind becoming unenjoyable for some, others appreciate the overall experience and recommend the game for its rewarding moments.

    • “This game is too tedious to be enjoyable; a lot of the jumps are absolutely ridiculous.”
    • “But it really stopped being fun after it became tedious.”
    • “After 30 hours of tedious gameplay and hundreds of attempts at the same jumps, I was able to complete the game without breaking my computer.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a soothing and immersive quality, enhanced by tranquil soundscapes that create a comforting experience. Additionally, the shared emotional responses among players foster a sense of camaraderie, making the overall atmosphere engaging and enjoyable despite moments of frustration.

    • “The soothing atmosphere, combined with the tranquil soundscapes, creates an experience that's truly immersive and comforting.”
    • “Watching my friends get just as mad as I do—whether they’re swearing at their screens or laughing at their own misfortunes—creates an atmosphere of camaraderie that makes the frustration worthwhile.”
    • “It really adds to the overall atmosphere of the game.”
  • stability6 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with multiple users reporting frequent freezes and severe frame drops, particularly during startup and initial loading screens. These problems have led to a frustrating experience, with players unable to access the game properly.

    • “Game freezes and massive frame drops.”
    • “The game freezes on startup.”
    • “I just bought Pogostuck and am trying to access the game. Whenever I boot it up, the homescreen with the earth and all the chapters appears, but the game freezes.”
  • monetization4 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is generally viewed positively, with players appreciating the lack of microtransactions and the rewarding gameplay experience. However, some users express concerns about potential cash-grabbing tactics related to the game's concept.

    • “Great game, super rewarding, high quality movement, no microtransactions (that I know of), super fun”
    • “Trying to cash grab on a poor concept.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The game is generally well-optimized, allowing players to improve their performance and discover more efficient routes as they replay sections. This aspect contributes to an engaging and immersive experience.

    • “It's optimized pretty well, and it is a very all-consuming game.”
    • “As you continue to redo old parts, you seemingly get better at them and find the most optimized routes.”
  • character development2 mentions

    The reviews highlight that the game's whimsical graphics and charming character designs contribute to an engaging and visually appealing environment, enhancing the overall character development experience.

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Play time

28hMedian play time
141hAverage play time
4-100hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 46 analyzed playthroughs

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