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The Pit

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69%Game Brain Score
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96% User Score Based on 23 reviews

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The Pit is a single player action game. It was developed by ABGAST and was released on May 26, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Become the immortal and fight extremely challenging bosses. Hone your skills and master the ability to dodge every attack, while defeating enemies without receiving a single hit. Use simple controls to dodge and counter and build up your dodge counter with every successful dodge. The more successful dodges you perform the stronger your attacks get and the longer your counter combo becomes. Fea…

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
replayability3 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a rewarding challenge that encourages skill improvement, making it satisfying to master the mechanics.
  • The combat is fluid and engaging, with impressive animations and a unique focus on dodging and counterattacking.
  • Quick load times and seamless transitions between fights enhance the overall experience, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay.
  • The game can be frustratingly difficult from the start, with a steep learning curve that may deter some players.
  • Content is limited, with only a few bosses to fight, leading to repetitive gameplay after mastering the mechanics.
  • The tutorial is poorly designed, interrupting gameplay with large pop-ups instead of integrating instructions into the combat experience.
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a solid understanding of mechanics, though it can be challenging as bosses adapt with new combos, requiring players to fully embrace the game's systems. While the visuals may not impress, the gameplay loop is straightforward and engaging for some, though others may find it overly defensive and lacking in enjoyment. Overall, the game offers a mix of rewarding mechanics and frustrating elements that may not appeal to all players.

    • “I don't usually go for fighting games, but this one does a good job of getting you to understand the mechanics.”
    • “The bosses don't just inflict more damage; they learn new, longer, and faster combos, and the only way to beat them is if you accept the mechanics of the game.”
    • “While my PC was able to run the game smoothly, the visuals are not what the game tries to sell, but it does sell you solid gameplay.”
    • “First, the game doesn't really let you get the hang of the mechanics.”
    • “The bosses don't just inflict more damage, they learn new longer and faster combos and the only way to beat them is if you accepted the mechanics of the game.”
    • “I only beat the first guy and then gave up because none of the gameplay was bringing me any joy.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players find the animations impressive and the in-game visuals better than expected, others feel that the overall graphics are merely decent and do not fully represent the game's quality. Despite the visuals not being the standout feature, many agree that the gameplay compensates for any graphical shortcomings.

    • “I originally felt the screenshots to be somewhat dark and dull, but the graphics look pretty good when actually playing.”
    • “While my PC was able to run the game smoothly, the visuals are not what the game tries to sell, but it does sell you solid gameplay.”
    • “While my PC was able to run the game smoothly, the visuals are not what the game tries to sell; however, it does offer solid gameplay.”
    • “The in-game graphics feel better than what the screenshots show.”
    • “Graphics are decent.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that grinding is minimal in this game, as success relies heavily on player skill rather than repetitive tasks. Players appreciate the focus on skill development over traditional grinding mechanics, making the experience more engaging and challenging.

    • “The only way to win is to improve your skill as a gamer; there is no grinding, no cheesing, just you and the enemy, and your skill is the determining factor.”
    • “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.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks a narrative component, with users noting that there is no story present.

    • “There is no story.”
    • “The game lacks any narrative depth.”
    • “The storyline is completely absent.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Despite having only three bosses, the game offers high replayability due to the new combos players can learn with each playthrough, encouraging experimentation and varied gameplay experiences.

    • “The game features only three bosses, which may seem limited, but the new combos learned with each playthrough make it highly replayable.”
    • “Each playthrough offers unique challenges and experiences, ensuring that I always find something new to enjoy.”
    • “The variety of choices and paths available keeps me coming back for more, making every run feel fresh and exciting.”
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The Pit is a action game.

The Pit is available on PC and Windows.

The Pit was released on May 26, 2023.

The Pit was developed by ABGAST.

The Pit has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its replayability but disliked it for its gameplay.

The Pit is a single player game.

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