PWND

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"PWND" is a multiplayer shooter game set in a dystopian future where cloning exists and rocket arena combat is the leading sport. To score, players must perform a victory dance over their downed opponents, leaving them vulnerable to counterattacks. The game features five unique characters, multiplayer maps designed for vertical combat, and a single-player challenge mode. Teamwork and situational awareness are crucial for success as the stakes rise throughout the match.

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70%

Audience ScoreBased on 551 reviews

gameplay29 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and fun mechanic of 'pwning' opponents, which adds a humorous twist to the gameplay.
Fast-paced and chaotic gameplay reminiscent of classic arena shooters like Quake and Unreal Tournament.
The art style is vibrant and engaging, creating an enjoyable atmosphere for players.

The player base is extremely low, making it difficult to find matches and often resulting in long wait times.
The game lacks content, with only a few characters and maps available, leading to repetitive gameplay.
Technical issues such as server crashes and lag can significantly hinder the gaming experience.

gameplay
102 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
65%
7%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its fast-paced, chaotic action and unique mechanics, particularly the "pwning" system, which encourages teamwork but can disrupt the flow of combat. While many players appreciate the engaging and addictive nature of the gameplay, some criticize the matchmaking issues and the juvenile aspects of certain mechanics, suggesting that the game could benefit from refinement. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a mix of fun and frustration, with potential for improvement.
- “The central mechanic of 'pwning,' while rather juvenile, is actually a fantastic gameplay mechanic that forces players to look out for their teammates - even after they're dead, unless they want the enemy to rack up easy points.”
- “The gameplay is madly addictive and engaging!”
- “Gameplay is great, fast-paced, and easy to learn.”
- “The gameplay is about as quality as the title, and that's even a stretch.”
- “Pwning is a dumb mechanic that messes up the pace of the game (you basically tap E over a dying body and wait 5 seconds hoping no one comes and kills you) and is also how you win matches (not by kills/skill alone).”
- “Honestly, they didn't need it, the game is pretty good, until you have to pwn players and considering that's a core mechanic of the game and said mechanic ruins the pacing, it kinda ruins the game for me.”
graphics
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
33%
7%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their unique and appealing art style, often described as cartoonish and reminiscent of titles like Borderlands and Loadout. While many reviewers appreciate the visual quality and smooth performance, some criticize the graphics as being overly intense or messy. Overall, the aesthetic is considered charming and well-optimized, contributing positively to the game's appeal.
- “The visuals and characters are so charming, and the art style complements it even more. It's a solid and well-optimized game that needs more attention.”
- “The graphics are extremely nice and super smooth, with the characters having a bit of a Borderlands-ish look to them.”
- “Graphics top notch, sounds and atmosphere on the maps are great.”
- “Interesting concept but far too messy, both graphically and gameplay-wise.”
- “Cheap MOBA-style shooter with poor cartoon graphics for people too incompetent and/or immature to play a proper FPS.”
- “Failed attempt to look different and original by copying Borderlands' art and graphics style and introducing a completely pointless objective of defeating enemies, while having the classic loot box free-to-play recipe.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
96%
4%
The humor in "pwnd" is characterized by its absurd antics and over-the-top celebrations, making each match a memorable and hilarious experience. Players appreciate the comedic elements, such as the "pwn" mechanic and funny animations, although some find certain game mechanics detract from the fast-paced action. Overall, the game is described as a fun and funny twist on the shooter genre, appealing to those who enjoy lighthearted, chaotic gameplay.
- “The cooperative teamwork required to achieve victory, coupled with the hilarious and often absurd antics, made each match a memorable adventure.”
- “Hilariously over-the-top and thrillingly addicting, pwnd is a crazy shooter game that combines rocket arena-style combat with 'excessive celebration.' This game is as enjoyable as it is obnoxious, and it unapologetically encourages every player to be a bad loser and a shameless winner.”
- “This game is amazingly hilarious and has amazingly balanced characters as well as the feel of a free Overwatch. I highly suggest you play this game, where there are no advantages, only hilarious emoting over dead bodies.”
- “You are required to stand still over your downed enemy and perform a very unfunny 'pwning' animation in order to gain points and win, which is just a bad game mechanic and kills the fast-paced action of the game.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed reviews; while many players appreciate its smooth performance and charming visuals, others report significant issues, describing it as "horribly unoptimized" and expressing hope for improvements, particularly for lower-end machines.
- “The game runs smoothly and quickly throughout, and it was refreshing to have such a seamless experience right from launch when some competing big budget titles give me a headache with their minor glitches.”
- “The visuals and characters are so charming, and the art style complements it even more. It's a solid and well-optimized game that needs more attention.”
- “Better graphics and performance.”
- “A horribly, abysmally, catastrophically unoptimized experience.”
- “Optimizations still need a bit of work.”
- “Hopefully it becomes better optimized for slower machines in time.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
14%
29%
The music in the game is widely praised for its upbeat nature, perfectly complementing the fast-paced gameplay, with many reviewers giving it high ratings (10/10 and 9/10). However, some players feel that while the music is enjoyable, the overall content of the game is lacking, suggesting a need for more variety and game modes.
- “The music's great, same for the art style.”
- “Music is upbeat and fits the fast-paced gameplay perfectly.”
- “Soundtrack 10/10”
- “The game does not work; it feels stuck, and only the music runs well.”
- “While I kind of like the game and really love its setting and music, it is very barebones and could use more content, especially more game modes.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's story is minimal, lacking a sense of progression or a cohesive narrative, with missions focused on gameplay mechanics rather than character development or world-building. Players express a desire for a more engaging backstory and character context, as the current setup primarily encourages casual, immature fun rather than serious storytelling.
- “Almost no sense of progression: only missions like 'win 3 games', 'pwn 10 enemies', but no stats, no profile page, no rankings.”
- “I think this game could do better with a backstory for the universe and the characters.”
- “Do not expect a serious storyline; rather, expect your inner immaturity to unleash itself in full force.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Reviewers suggest that the game's monetization strategy could benefit from a more aggressive advertising campaign, similar to successful titles like Paladins. They recommend adjusting the price to a range of $14.99 to $19.99 to attract more players and emphasize the importance of a catchy name to enhance visibility and appeal. Overall, the lack of marketing is seen as a significant barrier to the game's popularity and sales.
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel intrusive, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers cosmetic items for purchase, but they don't affect gameplay, which keeps the experience balanced.”
- “The developers have done a great job of providing free content updates while also offering optional purchases that enhance the game without being necessary.”
- “I think the devs should consider making this game $14.99-$19.99 and plan on spending a fair share amount of money on advertising to get this game off its feet.”
- “For people to say they can't recommend this game because it took them a very long time to find a game, what did you expect playing a game that was just released and they didn't do much in the way of advertising for the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability with a smooth and quick performance, especially at launch, contrasting with some competing titles that suffer from glitches. However, players have noted the presence of bugs and unfinished elements in certain modes, typical for early access games, but the developers are responsive to reported issues.
- “Somewhat enjoyable challenge mode, but with buggy or unfinishable parts.”
- “Obviously it has its bugs and small glitches, but it's still early access, and you can report any bugs/issues on the Discord, where the devs will reply within hours.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game "pwnd" is described as heartbreaking, indicating a strong impact on players, though it is noted that the game requires improvements in terms of bugs and overall polish.
- “It's heartbreaking to review games like Pwnd.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks significant replayability, with players expressing a desire for more playable characters and diverse gameplay options, such as different weapon types, to enhance the experience.
- “I mean it's not a terrible game, but there is not really any replay value it seems.”
- “Just needs more playable characters/heroes... at least one with a sniper rifle and machine/assault gun.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is highly praised for its top-notch graphics and immersive sound design, contributing significantly to the overall experience of the game.
- “The graphics are top-notch, and the sounds create an incredible atmosphere throughout the maps.”
- “The immersive atmosphere really draws you into the game world, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and atmospheric sound design creates a captivating experience.”