The Pilgrim

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The Pilgrim is a single player action game. It was developed by Freeminds and was released on August 16, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

Explore a strange and mysterious world, searching through the environment for symbols that will open the way forward.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 80 reviews

graphics20 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a captivating atmosphere, creating an immersive experience.
The puzzles are creative and engaging, providing a unique twist on the hidden object genre.
It's a free game that offers a short but enjoyable experience, making it accessible to a wide audience.

The game suffers from poor camera angles and fixed perspectives, making navigation frustrating.
Gameplay is very short, often completed in under 30 minutes, leaving players wanting more content.
The controls and mechanics can feel primitive and tedious, detracting from the overall enjoyment.

graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
18%
11%
Overall, the graphics of the game have received high praise for their beauty, artistic style, and attention to detail, with many users highlighting the impressive visuals and sound design. However, some players have expressed concerns about performance issues on lower-end PCs, suggesting the need for adjustable graphic settings to enhance accessibility. Despite these concerns, the aesthetic appeal remains a standout feature, contributing positively to the overall gaming experience.
- “I really enjoyed how beautiful the art style was and how amazing the graphics were for a free game.”
- “Frankly speaking, I was taken aback at the gorgeous aesthetic upon launching this game.”
- “A quick puzzle game with wonderful, hand-crafted graphics.”
- “Developers, this game should have graphic settings because some people don't have a PC that's powerful enough to handle the default graphics, which leads the game to be unplayable.”
- “For the negatives of the game, I did find it to be a little bit laggy with the high graphics, although I do use a cheap laptop, so this was expected and just a warning for anyone who wouldn't like that.”
- “Or worse, make more subpar games that only do visuals well enough because they don't know any better.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
25%
19%
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, with many reviewers noting its fitting and dynamic nature that complements the visuals and gameplay. While the soundtrack is described as beautiful and immersive, some players found it to be slightly repetitive or over-the-top at times. Overall, the combination of sound and music contributes significantly to the game's ambiance, creating a relaxing and engaging experience.
- “It's a simple game, set in a fantasy dark environment with kind of gloomy music.”
- “The puzzles were creative and the music was great to set the ambiance of the gameplay.”
- “Thoroughly enjoyed this game, the progression of the puzzles, the visuals, and the music.”
- “It's a simple game, set in a fantasy dark environment and kind of gloomy music.”
- “The puzzles aren't too difficult, so once you settle in you're in for a relaxing experience with a non-intrusive ambient soundtrack.”
- “Love the graphics and the mood music.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
20%
30%
Gameplay is characterized by a mix of simplistic mechanics, such as matching glowing symbols and solving basic puzzles, which some players find tedious and lacking in complexity. However, others appreciate the creative puzzle elements and the emotional depth tied to the objects within the game, making it enjoyable despite its primitive nature. Overall, the controls are easy to master, contributing to a casual and accessible gaming experience.
- “Unpacking removes the attention from the mechanics of the spotter entirely and instead places it on a heart game, on the revealing of an important object; what it means for the unseen characters to own it and for the player to consider such things about every object in their possession.”
- “Really creative puzzle mechanics, loved it <3”
- “The artwork was really nice, and the gameplay was simple to pick up.”
- “Gameplay itself is primitive and tedious: pick up glowing symbols, find where they are in the world, and match them to unlock the next area.”
- “It's like a hidden object game, but with puzzle mechanics.”
- “Unpacking removes the attention from the mechanics of the spotter entirely and instead places it on a heart game, focusing on the revealing of an important object and what it means for the unseen characters to own it.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its enchanting and slightly grim qualities, creating an enjoyable and immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the game's gorgeous visuals and the effective use of mood, contributing to a captivating ambiance that enhances the puzzle-solving experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as both beautiful and haunting, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “Very gorgeous and enjoyable short puzzle game with great atmosphere!”
- “The atmosphere is enchantingly grim.”
- “A great little puzzle game with a gloomy, slightly creepy atmosphere.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being vague and lacking clarity, leaving players confused about the protagonist and the overarching narrative. While the visuals and gameplay are appreciated, many feel that a more developed story could enhance the experience significantly. Overall, there is a sense of untapped potential for a compelling narrative.
- “There is so much potential for an incredible story-driven game.”
- “The story is way too vague; I didn't understand who the protagonist is, what this triangle thing is, or why any of this is happening.”
- “Couldn't quite understand the story, but the beautiful scenery and fun, simple concept make it enjoyable.”
- “I miss something that would give more consistency to the puzzles, a more manifest story behind all that.”
- “The story is way too vague; I don't understand who the protagonist is, what this triangle thing is, or why any of this is happening.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be primitive and tedious, involving repetitive tasks such as collecting glowing symbols and matching them to unlock new areas, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “The gameplay itself is primitive and tedious: pick up glowing symbols, find where they are in the world, and match them to unlock the next area.”
- “Grinding feels like an endless chore, with little reward for the time invested.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from poor optimization, with users noting significant performance issues and a lack of graphical settings, including a brightness slider, which detracts from the overall experience.