Pomberito
- June 24, 2024
- Lara the Pitbull
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"Pomberito" is a first-person horror adventure game set in the folklore-rich landscapes of South America. The game unfolds over five micro-episodes, each representing a night from Monday to Friday. Taking place in the rural countryside of a northeastern province of Argentina, players step into the shoes of a local character tasked with completing daily chores in a farm. As the protago…
Reviews
- The game offers a great atmosphere that effectively builds tension and suspense throughout the experience.
- It showcases Argentinian folklore, particularly the legend of the Pomberito, which adds a unique cultural touch.
- Despite being short, the game features multiple endings and engaging gameplay mechanics that enhance replayability.
- The game can be frustrating due to a lack of guidance and the need to search for items scattered around the map.
- Technical issues, such as mouse sensitivity problems and glitches, detract from the overall experience.
- Some players found the game too short and lacking in depth, making it feel less valuable for the price.
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its immersive and creepy qualities, enhanced by impressive visual design and sound. The setting effectively captures the tension and intrigue of the Argentine legend of the pomberito, contributing to an overall engaging experience. Many reviewers rate the atmosphere as exceptional, often giving it a perfect score.
“This game is actually amazing, offering a good atmosphere and a great showcase of the Argentinian legend of the Pomberito.”
“The atmosphere was great and felt on edge since I spawned in the quiet map.”
“Visually nice and amazing atmospheric sound design; I was pleasantly surprised by the level of attention to detail.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a dynamic progression through different nights, introducing unique mechanics that enhance the experience, such as the "quieter whistle = danger" element. While the game offers around an hour of playtime, it can extend to 2-2.5 hours with a more leisurely approach. Overall, the mechanics are well-received, providing engaging and varied gameplay.
“The change in gameplay through the nights was a nice touch.”
“Great gameplay mechanics.”
“Around an hour of gameplay, but if taken slower, could probably provide 2-2.5 hours of entertainment.”
“At first it felt a bit like a walking simulator with extra steps, but don't be fooled by that; every night has different mechanics. I particularly liked the 'quieter whistle = danger' one (you’ll know what I’m talking about when you get there).”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game offers some replayability through its multiple endings, which is a notable feature for its short length. However, many users feel that the overall experience is quite straightforward, limiting the depth of replayability beyond simply exploring different endings.
“Plus, the different endings are a really nice feature adding replayability, especially for a short game.”
“The only reason I’m not giving it a 10 is that it’s a pretty straightforward experience and it doesn’t offer much replayability besides trying to get the different endings.”
“Overall, a good indie spooky game that falls short in terms of length and depth, affecting its replayability.”
“The only reason I'm not giving it a 10 is that it's a pretty straightforward experience and it doesn't offer much replayability besides trying to get the different endings.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story is generally considered decent, receiving a score of 6/10. While players find it acceptable for the game's genre, many express a desire for a richer and deeper narrative.
“Not bad, would like a richer/deeper storyline but I guess it’s okay for the type of game.”
“Decent story.”
“Story: 6/10”
