The Pillage

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The Pillage is a single player casual hack and slash game with comedy and violence themes. It was developed by Bishop Armstrong and was released on May 31, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

Organ pillaging is an evil crime, so why not participate? It's time to stop being the victim and harvest the kidney's of every last citizen of Earth.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The art style is charming, and the animations are clean, contributing to a visually appealing experience.
The game offers easy achievements and a fun, humorous premise that provides a unique stress relief outlet.
It features a worldwide leaderboard, enhancing replayability and competition among players.

There are issues with achievements not registering and leaderboard functionality, which can detract from the experience.
Some players experience stuttering and performance issues, affecting gameplay fluidity.
The game can become repetitive and may not hold long-term interest beyond a few hours of play.

music
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The music in the game is widely praised for its retro feel and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players expressing enjoyment and appreciation for the sound design. However, some users wish for a broader selection of tracks to further enrich the experience.
- “I really like this game - the great music and sound, along with the pixelated look, all create a fantastic atmosphere.”
- “Enjoying it as it feels so retro! It's a nice way to pass the time, but I wish there was a bit more music added to it.”
- “The music is very, very nice.”
- “I wish there was a bit more music added to it.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, making it feel disjointed.”
humor
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The humor in the game is characterized by its dark and absurd themes, where mundane interactions quickly escalate to outrageous and violent scenarios, such as targeting characters for their kidneys. Players appreciate the humorous plot and goals, which are complemented by simple controls, making the experience both entertaining and comically twisted.
- “Humorous plot and goals, coupled with simple controls... and who couldn't use a few extra kidneys!?”
- “You start out by walking around just like anyone else... but this is boring. You should totally murder that one guy who looked at you funny... or that girl who just up and rejected you for some more handsome guy. People are looking so disgusting... and you need the money. Their kidneys are just filled with money!”
grinding
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Players note that while all achievements can be unlocked in about an hour through extensive grinding, the game encourages continued play for further leveling and leaderboard improvement.
- “It is possible to obtain all achievements in an hour or so, but it requires extensive grinding. You can continue playing to level up further and improve your position on the leaderboards.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the grinding to be repetitive and unfulfilling, which detracted from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
story
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The story is characterized by a humorous plot and engaging goals, complemented by straightforward controls, making it an enjoyable experience. The quirky premise, including the playful mention of "extra kidneys," adds to its charm.
- “The story is filled with humor and unexpected twists, making every goal feel engaging and entertaining.”
- “The narrative is cleverly crafted, with a perfect balance of lightheartedness and depth that keeps you invested.”
- “The characters are well-developed, and their interactions add a rich layer to the overall storyline.”
graphics
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The graphics are characterized by a charming art style and clean animations, which contribute to an overall appealing visual experience.
- “The art style is charming, and the animations are clean.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by its fluid mechanics and a well-designed achievement system that adds a layer of complexity, enhancing the overall experience and making it memorable for players.
- “The gameplay is fluid, and the achievement system provides just enough complexity to create a memorable gameplay experience.”
optimization
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The game experiences stuttering issues, particularly in its browser version, indicating subpar optimization that affects overall performance.
- “Browser quality game with stuttering issues for some reason.”
monetization
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The monetization aspect of the game is positively noted, as there are no advertisements or purchasable items, suggesting that the developers prioritized player experience over profit.
- “As far as I know, the developers don't seem to have made this for money, as there are no advertisements or purchasable items in the game.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its captivating music and sound design, combined with a charming pixelated aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
- “I really like this game - the great music and sound, along with the pixelated look, all contribute to a fantastic atmosphere.”