Pru the Pigeon
- February 1, 2024
- KuriGameDev
"Pru the Pigeon" is a delightful 3D platformer, reminiscent of classic games, set in the whimsical realm of Asasco. Aid the pigeons and hot dog locals in reclaiming their land while collecting various items and exploring a hub world. With charming visuals, 15 main levels, an expansive moveset, and bonus levels, players are in for an engaging and entertaining experience.
Reviews
- Great level design and controls, making for a fun and engaging gameplay experience.
- Charming graphics and delightful music enhance the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The dedicated poop button adds a humorous and unique element, making it a standout pigeon-based platformer.
- The game feels a bit short, with some players wishing for more content and longer levels.
- Certain sound effects can be disproportionately loud compared to the music, affecting the audio experience.
- Some minor technical issues, such as cut-off dialogue boxes and simplistic UI, detract from the overall polish.
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its improvement over previous titles, enhancing the overall experience with great compositions. However, some users noted that sound effects can occasionally overshadow the music, affecting the balance. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.
“Great level design, controls, amazing music, cute graphics, and dialogue.”
“Of note, I think the music is really improved from Gwen the Hen.”
“The level design and music were notable improvements.”
“Some sound effects are way louder than the music.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their cute aesthetics and refined art style, with improved cohesion between character sprites and environmental textures. The level design complements the visuals, enhancing the overall experience.
“Great level design, controls, amazing music, cute graphics and dialogue.”
“I dig the aesthetics, though.”
“The art style is further refined, and they have smoothed out the slight dissonance between the character sprites and the textures/environment models.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
“Character models are poorly designed and look lifeless in comparison to the environments.”
“The textures are bland and do not contribute to an immersive experience.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by satisfying movement and hidden expert-level mechanics, making it engaging despite its short duration of under two hours for completion. As a simple yet enjoyable 3D platformer, it offers fun mechanics that provide good value for its price.
“Movement feels satisfying, and there are some hidden expert-level mechanics to discover.”
“The game is quite short, being beatable in under an hour and probably offering around 2 hours of gameplay if you aim for a good time in all the levels, but for the price, it's definitely worth it.”
“A lovely and simple 3D platformer with fun mechanics.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is simple yet enjoyable, featuring a cast of wacky characters and humorous moments that enhance the experience. While it may not be as story-driven as some other titles, it still provides a fun narrative backdrop. Overall, players appreciate the lighthearted approach to storytelling.
“The story is very simple, but I enjoyed it; there are plenty of wacky characters to meet with a couple of laugh-out-loud jokes.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is highlighted through charming designs that enhance player engagement, contributing to a delightful gameplay experience.
“I remain utterly charmed by the character designs, and I was happy to get to run around again!”
“The depth of character development in this game is truly impressive, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, with their backstories and motivations adding layers to the gameplay.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find that grinding for collectibles, such as the 50 feathers, can become tedious and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game, particularly for those who prefer a faster-paced experience.
“Collecting 50 feathers does start to get tedious after a while, especially when you just want to progress quickly.”
“The grinding feels endless and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
“I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which makes the experience feel monotonous.”