Pomberito

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Pomberito is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Lara the Pitbull and was released on June 24, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"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…

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Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

atmosphere12 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a great atmosphere that effectively builds tension and unease, making it a standout experience.
It showcases Argentinian folklore, particularly the legend of the Pomberito, which adds cultural depth and uniqueness.
Despite some technical flaws, the game is praised for its engaging gameplay mechanics and replayability through different endings.

The game can be frustrating due to unclear objectives and the need to search for items scattered around the map.
Some players experienced technical issues, such as mouse sensitivity problems and glitches that hindered gameplay.
The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it lacks depth and could be completed too quickly for the price.

atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with many reviewers highlighting its immersive and creepy qualities, enhanced by impressive visual and sound design. Players appreciate the attention to detail and the tension created in the quiet map, contributing to an overall feeling of unease. Overall, the atmosphere is consistently rated as exceptional, with some giving it a perfect score of 10/10.
- “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.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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, players appreciate the solid mechanics and engaging variety throughout the gameplay.
- “The change in gameplay through the nights was a nice touch.”
- “Great gameplay mechanics.”
- “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).”
- “Around an hour of gameplay, but if taken slower, could probably provide 2-2.5 hours of entertainment.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers some replayability through its multiple endings, which is a notable feature for a short experience. However, many reviewers feel that the overall straightforward nature of the gameplay limits its depth and replay value, making it less compelling for repeated playthroughs.
- “Plus, the different endings are a really nice feature adding replayability, especially for a short game.”
- “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.”
- “Overall, a good indie spooky game that falls short in terms of length and depth (replayability).”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally considered decent, receiving a score of 6/10 from users. While it is not bad, many reviewers express a desire for a richer and deeper narrative, though they acknowledge that it fits the game's overall style.
- “Not bad, would like a richer/deeper storyline but I guess it’s okay for the type of game.”
- “Decent story.”
- “Story: 6/10”
- “Decent story.”