Pride Run
- October 11, 2019
- Steam Factory
Pride Run isn't perfect but offers solid rhythmic entertainment. It has some new ideas, and once you've adjusted to it, there's plenty of fun to be had.
Get on SteamPride Run is a rhythm action game with 2 modes: "Vanilla," where you hit beats to keep a parade going and battle those who question LGBTQ+ rights with dance, and "Play Hard," which adds a real-time strategy twist with customizable parades and group leaders. Your goal is to spread a message of love and inclusivity while overcoming obstacles.
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Reviews
- Pride Run features a vibrant and colorful aesthetic, with engaging visuals and a fun theme that celebrates LGBTQ+ pride.
- The game offers a unique combination of rhythm and strategy gameplay, particularly in the 'Play Hard' mode, which adds depth and challenge.
- The soundtrack is catchy and fits well with the game's theme, enhancing the overall experience.
- There are significant input delays and bugs, particularly in the boss fights, which can hinder gameplay and lead to frustration.
- The in-game music does not consistently match the rhythm, which detracts from the experience of a rhythm game.
- Some players find the tutorials and controls to be clunky and poorly designed, making it difficult to fully enjoy the game.
- music22 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in "Pride Run" receives mixed reviews; while some players find the soundtrack catchy and fitting for the game's vibrant aesthetic, others criticize it as mediocre and not well-suited for a rhythm game. The main menu music is praised for aligning with the game's theme, but the in-game tracks often feel disconnected from the gameplay rhythm, leading to disappointment for some players. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a highlight by many, but it fails to resonate with others, impacting their overall enjoyment of the game.
“Pride Run is an unapologetically gay, bright, and fun rhythm game with bangin' music!”
“The soundtrack is fantastic and all the button smashing is very satisfying!”
“The soundtrack in this is pretty good too, very catchy and fits with the theme of the game.”
“The songs don't match the rhythm; your playing the game gimmick also gets old pretty fast.”
“One thing that was disappointing was the in-game music.”
“Music, which is very important in a rhythm game, was just not my cup of tea and the primary reason why I didn't get through all 14 levels.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as enjoyable but somewhat lackluster, with players often finding the entertaining visuals and themes more engaging than the mechanics themselves. While the rhythm game features appealing art and characters, some users suggest minor adjustments could enhance the experience. The "play hard mode" introduces additional RTS mechanics, adding depth to the gameplay for those seeking a challenge.
“I loved the visual style, characters, and gameplay a lot.”
“Overall there is a decent rhythm game here, coupled with the good art and the gameplay itself, and you have an overall fairly queer experience.”
“Overall this is a very fun and pleasant game with a nice sense of humor, none of which feels mean-spirited, and some interesting gameplay for the play hard mode.”
“This game is a fun rhythm game, but I end up enjoying what is happening more than the gameplay. However, what is happening is so entertaining that I don't mind that the gameplay feels a little bit lackluster.”
“It's a small adjustment, but it would help with gameplay a lot.”
“And the gameplay?”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is characterized as a lighthearted and playful parody of modern gay politics, featuring amusing character interactions and scenarios that evoke laughter without being mean-spirited. Players appreciate the cleverness of the humor, including funny animations and quirky bosses, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
“The art is neat, and the whole theme is really funny :)”
“Overall this is a very fun and pleasant game with a nice sense of humor, none of which feels mean-spirited, and some interesting gameplay for the play hard mode.”
“It has many things that made me laugh when I saw them the first time, like all the characters in the parade or the attacks or the bosses.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a charming pixel art style that is both cute and slightly rough around the edges, contributing to its overall fantastic aesthetic. While the visuals are well-received, the accompanying music is considered mediocre, with the main menu track aligning better with the game's visual theme.
“The aesthetic is fantastic, while the music is on the better side of mediocre.”
“The main menu music is more in line with the overall aesthetic of the game, which I mean in the best way possible.”
“The pixel art style is cute but a little rough.”
