Get on Steam"Pongo" is a single-player 3D action platformer where players use a pogo stick/gun hybrid to traverse islands and defeat enemies. The game features over 45 challenging levels, puzzles, boss fights, and a quirky original soundtrack. With compelling visuals, players must balance movement and combat while avoiding traps and enjoying charming 3D environments.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is a fun, simple shooter that is ideal for young children or beginners learning to use a keyboard and mouse.
- It has a great soundtrack and colorful graphics that make it visually appealing.
- For its low price, the game provides a decent amount of entertainment and can be a good stress reliever.
- The controls are clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- Many levels feel repetitive and lack variety, making the game boring over time.
- There are numerous bugs and technical issues, such as inconsistent jumping mechanics and poor AI, which detract from the overall experience.
- music27 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the calming and nostalgic soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience, while others criticize it for being repetitive, overused, or poorly sourced, with claims of stolen tracks. Although many find the music enjoyable, there is a strong desire for more original and creative compositions to better fit the game's aesthetic. Overall, while the soundtrack has its highlights, it suffers from a lack of variety and originality.
“The soundtrack is amazing, the gameplay is simple but challenging enough as you progress.”
“The challenge of learning how to control your character is accompanied by a beautiful art style and a calming soundtrack.”
“Fun, simple, love the art style and the music is great.”
“There are only a few music tracks and they are bad and ripped.”
“There should be more custom, creative music for this game to make it more unique, rather than putting in royalty-free music since to me they don't really make sense when putting it in a game like this.”
“The level design is really bland, the music gets boring after 3 minutes.”
- graphics21 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their vibrant, cartoonish art style and colorful aesthetics, appealing to a wide audience, including younger players. While some users appreciate the unique cel-shaded visuals, others find them simplistic or even eye-straining. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere, despite some mixed opinions on their quality.
“The vibrant graphics are nice; you may die a couple of times, but nothing to make you rage.”
“The challenge of learning how to control your character is accompanied by a beautiful art style and a calming soundtrack.”
“Combined with nice graphics and amusing (but simple) gameplay, this is one of the more memorable titles I've grabbed for a quarter or less.”
“Graphics are bad.”
“Cell shaded graphics makes the game look bland.”
“You are some weird graphical lined guy on a pong-stick.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as simple yet challenging, with unique mechanics like a pogo stick that some players find initially difficult but ultimately enjoyable. While opinions vary, with some criticizing controls and bugs, many appreciate the game's entertainment value, especially given its low price. Overall, it offers a mix of fun and relaxation, making it appealing to fans of platformers and casual gamers alike.
“The soundtrack is amazing, the gameplay is simple but challenging enough as you progress.”
“Fun and unique gameplay; I recommend this to anyone who likes platformers or is looking for hard games.”
“The gameplay is very fluid and could honestly serve for some great commentary YouTube channel content.”
“For the price, I guess it's okay, but other than that, it was just kind of a boring game that I didn't enjoy. If you enjoy games like this, then go for it, but watch gameplay first before you make a decision.”
“Bad controls and gameplay.”
“Buggy game and the mechanics are terrible.”
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The reviews reflect a mixed reception regarding the story aspect of the game. While some players appreciate the emotional depth and unique narratives, such as a man's coping journey through a surreal world, others criticize the simplicity or lack of a substantial storyline. Overall, the game's story is seen as either a charming backdrop or a minimal element, depending on the player's perspective.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“This is a very sad story of a man named Chad who lost his family, and for him to cope with his feelings, he gets on a pogo stick and goes into his own LSD-formed world... but all in all, it's good.”
“One of the greatest story-driven games I have ever seen.”
“The stages are pretty simple and the story is near non-existent, but hey for a buck this is a silly good time!”
“This is a very sad story of a man named Chad who lost his family, and for him to cope with his feelings he gets on a pogo stick and goes into his own LSD-formed world... but all in all it's good.”
“The way they piece together a love story over a whole orgy is just.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting clunky controls and frequent bugs, including various glitches that detract from the overall experience.
“The controls are clunky and the game is buggy.”
“The game is buggy and the mechanics are poor.”
“There are a few glitches here and there.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is polarizing; while some players find it childish and a great stress reliever, others question its comedic value. Overall, it is seen as a lighthearted experience that can provide laughs and entertainment, especially when played casually.
“I find it a cool game to play after struggling in another game or just when I'm stressed out. It's so childish and funny; it's like a stress reliever. If you have a few extra dollars in your wallet, you should totally buy this for the laughs.”
“Funny game!”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is highlighted by impressive next-gen pogo physics and visually stunning character design, contributing to an engaging and immersive experience.
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users express uncertainty about whether certain features or changes would enhance the game's replayability, indicating a desire for more engaging content or mechanics that encourage multiple playthroughs.
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The limited variety in gameplay mechanics really diminishes the replay value.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players are impressed with the game's optimization, noting that it manages to run smoothly despite its complexity and challenging difficulty settings.
“Wow, I didn't even know that one game could have this much content and still run smoothly, even on hard mode.”
“The optimization in this game is impressive; it manages to deliver a seamless experience without sacrificing performance.”
“I appreciate how well-optimized the game is, allowing for a smooth experience even with high graphical settings.”
