Pronty
- November 18, 2021
- FunZone Games
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Pronty is a single-player, open-world game with an intriguing story and wholesome themes. Control Pronty and Bront, a weaponized robotic swordfish, in a unique combat system to fend off toxic waste-corrupted sea creatures. Explore the perilous underwater city of Royla, discover new abilities, and fight giant bosses in this immersive Metroidvania experience with delightful music and outstanding visuals."
Nintendo Switch
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Reviews
- Pronty features a unique underwater setting that enhances exploration and combat mechanics, making it feel fresh and engaging.
- The game boasts beautiful artwork and well-designed boss fights, providing a satisfying challenge without feeling unfair.
- The customizable memory board system allows players to tailor their abilities and playstyle, adding depth to the gameplay.
- The combat can feel repetitive and spammy at times, particularly with the reliance on a stamina bar that limits player freedom.
- Some cutscenes and dialogue are overly long and disrupt the flow of the game, making the storytelling feel clumsy.
- The English translation has some awkward phrasing and typos, which can detract from the overall experience.
- story96 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of the game is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating its environmental themes and heartfelt moments, particularly as it unfolds towards the end. While some found the narrative engaging and touching, others criticized it for being simplistic, poorly translated, or rushed in its delivery, especially during cutscenes. Overall, the game is noted for its unique world and lore, but the storytelling execution varies in effectiveness, leaving some players wanting more depth and coherence.
“The world itself is so unique, with fish that have been mutated by trash, and a very interesting story that had me tear up.”
“The story is really amazing and went in directions I never expected.”
“What starts as an aquatic metroidvania delivers a pretty solid story in the end, and while I've still got a few more things to do to get the secret ending, I could definitely stop playing here and be satisfied.”
“Unfortunately, this is one of the weaker areas of the game as the voice acting isn't up to par and the story is a bit underwhelming all in all.”
“The story around the lore, though, is fairly simple: go here, do this, kill that thing, etc., and doesn't engage too much.”
“Particularly, an unfair mechanic that limits player choice without proper reason, cutscenes that often disrupt the flow of the game, level design that is claustrophobic and cramped, and storytelling that is delivered through unnecessarily long dialogue and exposition dumps.”
- gameplay50 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this metroidvania is praised for its unique underwater mechanics, fluid controls, and engaging combat, which combines elements of positioning, attacking, and dodging. While some players found the combat initially repetitive and the heat mechanic underwhelming, the overall experience is described as satisfying and rewarding, particularly during boss fights. The game stands out for its charming visuals and innovative gameplay, making it a noteworthy entry in the genre.
“The gameplay is extremely fluid and gets better as you progress; your movements will improve, making the combats even more fun.”
“To say gameplay is slick would be an understatement - it flows like water, deadly and precise like a well-aimed torpedo, and is a breath of fresh air for the metroidvania genre which often incorporates tedious platforming nowadays.”
“The gameplay has you juggling the intertwined mechanics of positioning, attacking, charging up a power attack, blocking projectiles, and dashing, which creates a satisfying and engaging experience.”
“The gameplay is your typical metroidvania, with a bit of souls to boot.”
“There is a heat mechanic as well, but honestly it rarely came into play despite me never upgrading it.”
“The fighting mechanic at first felt boring, as it is very similar to the first Ori game.”
- graphics37 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning beauty and unique art style, featuring varied environments and creative enemy designs. Many reviewers highlight the game's charming visuals and the effective use of color and animation, contributing to an immersive experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout aspect, enhancing both the gameplay and the emotional depth of the story.
“Beautiful graphics, amazing boss fights, rewarding exploration, exciting ability upgrades, secrets galore, a heartfelt story; I could go on and on, but the longer I do, the longer it will be before you start installing this gem and playing it.”
“The graphics are stunning, with good use of colors and animation. The art style is distinct and easily identifiable with creative enemy design.”
“The level design and visuals are top notch and the highlight of this game for me.”
“The graphics and physics are decent for the most part, but can be a bit frustrating during boss fights.”
“That said, don't go in expecting a happy cute game; it's very much a game that uses cute aesthetics to hide a depressing setting.”
“I would describe Pronty's art style as a bud.”
- music27 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as ambient and atmospheric, effectively complementing the underwater exploration and overall mood, though it often lacks memorable melodies. While some players appreciate the serene soundtrack during key moments, others note that it can feel sparse, with music primarily present during cutscenes and boss fights. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the experience but may not stand out significantly on its own.
“The music does a great job of helping to set the atmosphere of the game.”
“The soundtrack is quite nice too; though much of it didn't stand out, it also fit the ambiance of most of the locations.”
“The OST combined with the story and atmosphere really set the mood for the rest of the game.”
“Music is serene in the right moments but otherwise is forgettable.”
“There is little soundtrack available; only bosses seem to have a theme going, but then the major parts of the game are just underwater ambient effects.”
“Needs more intense music for the boss battles; other than that, it's a really good game.”
- emotional20 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching narrative and heartfelt moments, often evoking tears from players as they navigate a beautifully crafted underwater world. Many reviews emphasize the game's ability to tackle serious themes, such as empathy and environmental issues, while maintaining an entertaining and engaging gameplay experience. Overall, players find the story to be both heartwarming and impactful, reminiscent of the emotional depth found in titles like Hollow Knight.
“Getting the redemption ending was heartwarming.. I was crying.. tearing up.. but I loved every part of this fishy adventure!”
“This game takes a very real problem and takes it to a fantastical conclusion that is at the same time incredibly depressing and wholesomely hopeful, while also being very, very entertaining and fitting for a game like this.”
“Beyond the sheer emotional impact, the gameplay is satisfying, the environments are well crafted, and the bosses are varied.”
“This is a partial recommend; the game has interesting combat and exploration, but is held back by a boring story (humans pollute the sea, and that's bad, m'kay) and kind of slow pacing overall.”
- atmosphere15 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in Pronty is a striking blend of beauty and foreboding, set against a richly detailed underwater world that evokes a sense of both relaxation and tension. The art design and soundscape effectively immerse players in a haunting narrative of a failed utopia, enhanced by evocative music and ambient noise, though some feel the latter could be more prominent. Overall, the game's atmosphere is praised for its depth and consistency, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
“Pronty has a beautiful and relaxing atmosphere, which is a great change from the soulslike/darker themes out there.”
“The entire setting is underwater with beautifully drawn scenery, a creepy atmosphere that intensifies as you explore more of the areas.”
“Its evocative underwater vibes and atmosphere, mixed with some really good sound design, suck you easily into this failed utopia, where humanity decided to submerge itself and try living underwater in an authoritarian society.”
“The atmosphere, however, is consistent in being dense and foreboding.”
“- Dark, decrepit atmospheres - the lore is surprisingly in-depth and disturbing, scattered in enemy descriptions and records found around the world.”
“Whether this was a design choice or budget constraints, I don't know, but it's a missed opportunity to really bring out the atmosphere of the world.”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is a blend of lighthearted moments and deeper emotional themes, creating a rollercoaster experience that balances comedy with serious undertones. Players appreciate the clever and humorous designs of enemies, which creatively combine marine life with environmental themes, contributing to the overall comedic tone of the action-adventure gameplay.
“At times humorous, at times serious, at times sad, this game is a rollercoaster of emotion.”
“The graphics, the physics are decent for the most part (a bit frustrating during boss fights), the ambience is great, some good humor, and the combat is challenging.”
“The enemy designs are genius and humorous blends of marine life and garbage.”
- character development3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is praised for its super cute character design and appealing visuals, which enhance the overall enjoyment of the plot and characters. Players appreciate the creativity in both character and monster designs, contributing to a visually engaging experience.
“I enjoyed the plot and character design a lot in the game.”
“I love the visuals of the game, character design, monsters, and the level backgrounds.”
“Super cute character design.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the smooth and engaging gameplay, noting it as a refreshing change for the metroidvania genre, which often suffers from tedious elements. However, opinions vary on the difficulty of certain encounters, with some being enjoyable and challenging, while others are criticized for being either too easy or repetitive.
“Some were very cool and tough, but some were extremely easy and some were a bit tedious and spammy.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is generally solid, with good performance reported; however, some users experienced occasional freezing for a few seconds.
“The performance is generally good, although the game occasionally freezes for a few seconds.”
“The optimization allows for smooth gameplay, making it enjoyable even during intense moments.”
“I appreciate how the developers have focused on optimizing the game, resulting in a stable experience overall.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's stability is compromised by frequent technical glitches, leading to significant lag and the potential loss of saved progress, which detracts from the overall experience.
“However, technical glitches ruin the experience. From time to time, the game starts lagging seriously, and I have to lose my saved progress.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy without constant interruptions.”
“I've encountered numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustrating moments and a lack of immersion.”
