Snake Pit
- November 29, 2021
- MisteryJay89
Get on Steam"Snake Pit" is a pixel art puzzle game where you guide a caveman through 30 handcrafted levels. The goal is to cross each tile once, unlocking the exit to the next level. However, watch out for sneaky snakes and their leader Medusa, as the stages become increasingly complex. With chiptune sound, different game mechanics, and the addition of a speedrun mode, this game offers a lot of fun and a true challenge.
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- Charming pixel art graphics and enjoyable retro music enhance the overall experience.
- The game features well-designed puzzles that gradually introduce new mechanics, providing a satisfying challenge.
- It's a short but fun game that can be completed in one sitting, making it perfect for quick gaming sessions.
- The timed achievement and speedrun mode create unnecessary frustration, as they limit the ability to pause or restart.
- Some levels can feel tedious, and the requirement to memorize them for timed achievements detracts from the enjoyment.
- Technical issues, such as launching in a tiny screen, can disrupt the gaming experience.
- gameplay16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple yet engaging mechanics reminiscent of classic retro games, featuring a gradual introduction of new elements and a well-paced difficulty curve across 30 varied levels. Players navigate by placing snakes on tiles and exiting through designated staircases, with the game effectively keeping interest alive by introducing new mechanics at regular intervals. While some levels may feel lengthy, the overall experience is enjoyable and offers good value for the price.
“It's got all the hallmarks of a good puzzle: slow ease in with new mechanics, ramp-up of difficulty, and as soon as you start to get bored it changes things around and gives you a new toy to play.”
“The core mechanics are simple: use directional controls to move, 'place' snakes on each walkable tile in a level, and then exit the level at the designated staircase.”
“No additional buttons are used, and the few additional mechanics are introduced sparingly and gently so as not to jar the player.”
“30 varied levels with a new mechanic every ten levels.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its retro 8-bit style, evoking nostalgia for classic Game Boy titles. Reviewers appreciate the fun and engaging soundtrack, which complements the game's simple yet enjoyable gameplay, making it a worthwhile experience for its price. Overall, the music enhances the game's charm and adds to its appeal.
“Very good spend 2$ on 30+ minutes of gameplay with very good retro music!”
“Really enjoyable puzzle game, reminds me of older titles for Game Boy, especially love the 8-bit music!”
“Short, fun, nice pixel graphics, fun music, nice way to kill some time for 2 bucks, I see nothing wrong with it.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features charming pixel art graphics that are consistently praised for their aesthetic appeal. Reviewers appreciate the visuals as a delightful complement to the overall fun and engaging gameplay, making it a worthwhile experience for its price.
“Brilliant little game with charming pixel art graphics.”
“And to top it all off, the aesthetic is just swell.”
“Short, fun, nice pixel graphics, fun music, nice way to kill some time for 2 bucks, I see nothing wrong with it.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and fun experience.
“All of this made the process of getting that achievement very tedious, and hurt what was otherwise a fun little game.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is not prominently highlighted in the reviews, as they primarily focus on its gameplay mechanics and puzzle elements. Overall, the game is described as a decent puzzle experience, lacking significant emotional depth or engagement.
