You are Peter Shorts

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You are Peter Shorts is a single player and multiplayer platformer game. It was developed by ondydev and was released on May 10, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

You are PETER SHORTS! Grilling on a Saturday afternoon, Peter is ambushed and captured by a top-secret agency, who seek to use his DNA for cloning experiments. Can you help Peter (and his newly-cloned brethren) escape? EXPLORE the facility in this Metroidvania beat-em-up hybrid Find and K.O. rogue PETER CLONES, and let BUG take them to safety P2 can join as BUG, who can drop egg-bombs and c…

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Audience ScoreBased on 194 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Charming and humorous art style with a unique premise that resonates with players.
Engaging combat system that combines platforming and fighting mechanics, offering depth and variety with different Peters to play as.
Fun multiplayer modes and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic NES games, making it enjoyable for both casual and hardcore gamers.

Controls can feel floaty and imprecise, making platforming challenges frustrating, especially in later levels.
The game features frequent instant-death spikes and chaotic enemy encounters that can lead to cheap deaths and frustration.
Some players may find the difficulty curve steep, with certain sections feeling overly punishing and not well-balanced.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a blend of platforming and combat mechanics reminiscent of classic titles like Mega Man and Super Smash Bros, offering a mix of depth and charm with a variety of unlockable forms and abilities. While many players appreciate the humor, visual style, and addictive nature of the gameplay, some criticize its floaty controls and archaic design, leading to a mixed reception regarding overall enjoyment. Despite these criticisms, the game provides a unique experience with a strong emphasis on exploration and mastering mechanics.
- “Hilarious art & writing, really fun to learn, wild level of depth to the mechanics and the PvP mode is one of the most fun platform fighters I've played in a while.”
- “A wonderful game with addictive gameplay and tons of challenging paths.”
- “Extremely well-rounded marriage of a Metroidvania gameplay progression mixed with the combat of 'party brawlers' like Super Smash Bros.”
- “This isn't a bad game, its style just doesn't fit its gameplay and the game feels more frustrating than fun.”
- “The platforming is extremely floaty, the level and game design is archaic and player-unfriendly, its gameplay leaves a bad first impression and it does not improve.”
- “I love the style, but not so much the gameplay though that's more due to personal preference.”
humor
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "You Are Peter Shorts" is widely praised for its hilarious art and writing, with many reviewers noting the game's charm and whimsical animations that enhance the comedic experience. Players find the multiplayer aspect particularly entertaining, and the game's quirky premise, including the amusing "peter cloning" concept, adds to its overall fun. While some critiques mention a desire for more focus on combat, the humor remains a standout feature that keeps players engaged and entertained throughout.
- “Hilarious art & writing, really fun to learn, wild level of depth to the mechanics and the PvP mode is one of the most fun platform fighters I've played in a while.”
- “The Peter cloning schtick could have been annoying in any other game developer's hands, but Ondydev commits so hard it's hilarious.”
- “With cute and whimsical sprite designs and a silly/fun story with some humorous writing as you find out more about the various Peters, and a full 4-player vs mode to get the most action out of the full roster, a co-op PvE endurance mode and more to unlock, You Are Peter Shorts is one of this developer's best efforts to date.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy chiptune soundtrack and unique compositions that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight standout tracks, particularly those associated with key moments like Peter's dreams, and appreciate the nostalgic NES aesthetic that the music complements. Overall, the soundtrack is described as charming, engaging, and integral to the game's appeal.
- “I really like the music too; a decent handful use one of two motifs, but the more unique songs really stand out, especially 'Compy' and the songs used for Peter's dream.”
- “A wonderful art style that pays homage to NES era games, with a soundtrack and sound effects that match just as well.”
- “Helping to totally seal that lovely NES aesthetic is Ondy's Famitracker music and sound effects, which provide comfy 8-bit jams to accompany you as you explore.”
- “Despite its shortcomings, this game is well worth the art and music.”
- “I really hope the soundtrack is uploaded somewhere, for the benefit of society.”
- “Crispy NES graphics, catchy chiptune soundtrack, crackhouse Peterama combat.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning homage to the NES era, featuring a restricted color palette and solid black backgrounds that enhance the retro aesthetic. Reviewers highlight the game's gorgeous visuals, complemented by a catchy chiptune soundtrack that perfectly matches the gameplay experience. Overall, the art style and attention to detail create a unique atmosphere that resonates with fans of classic gaming.
- “A wonderful art style that pays homage to NES era games, with a soundtrack and sound effects that match just as well.”
- “But here it is; You Are Peter Shorts features gorgeous, state-of-the-art graphics, a stunning and complex soundtrack, and gameplay that really makes me feel like Peter Shorts, as much as a game can.”
- “Crispy NES graphics, catchy chiptune soundtrack, crackhouse gameplay.”
- “Nails the late-NES aesthetic and game feel (and high difficulty) to a tee.”
- “Ondy has a real knack for nailing an earlier NES era aesthetic that I adore, with its use of a more restricted color palette and heavy use of solid black to serve as the background and obscured areas in the tileset.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a whimsical and engaging metroidvania experience centered around the character Peter Shorts, whose relatable backstory and nuanced motivations resonate with players. With charming sprite designs and humorous writing, the narrative is complemented by a rich array of content, including a compelling main story and various multiplayer modes, making it a standout effort from the developer. Overall, players find the story both entertaining and a significant highlight of the game.
- “Peter's character steals the show; his dialogue is both believable and compelling, his backstory fantastical yet relatable, and his hatred of the government is nuanced and realistic.”
- “The character of Peter Shorts is fantastic; his tragic backstory and motivation are some of the most compelling parts of the game, and I really do believe, unironically, that he has the potential to become one of the all-time best platforming mascots.”
- “The main story was a blast, and I can't wait to play the extra modes and more multiplayer!”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real emotional impact.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highly praised, particularly for its memorable and unique character designs, especially the character Peter, which stands out as a highlight. Players appreciate the engaging combat and diverse movesets that enhance the overall experience, contributing to a fun and enjoyable gameplay environment.
- “Super silly and memorable character designs/premise, great combat, fun movesets for almost every character, and a huge map to explore; as someone who doesn't usually play metroidvanias, I had a great time and ended up 100%'ing it on normal!”
- “Super fun little game, the character designs, story, and moveset are all great fun to play around with!”
- “Also, Peter is peak character design, no notes; I want a figurine.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be highly replayable, appreciating its short and stylish gameplay. Suggestions for enhancing replayability include the addition of a randomizer, which could further diversify experiences reminiscent of classic roguelites like Spelunky.
- “Short, sweet, stylish, and highly replayable.”
- “I've yet to touch the custom difficulty, so this might actually be a thing. The only thing I can suggest is a randomizer if possible. I get that everything being a procedurally generated roguelite is the big meme nowadays, but given how much the game reminds me of classic Spelunky, I would personally get a lot of replay value out of a randomizer.”
- “I've yet to touch the custom difficulty, so this might actually be a thing, but the only thing I can suggest is a randomizer if possible. I get that everything being a procedurally generated roguelite is the big meme nowadays, but given how much the game reminds me of classic Spelunky, I would personally get a lot of replay value out of a randomizer.”
- “The game lacks significant changes in gameplay on subsequent runs, making it feel repetitive after a few playthroughs.”
- “Once you've experienced the main content, there isn't much incentive to dive back in, as the game doesn't offer enough variety to keep it fresh.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews highlight that the game's grinding mechanics are efficient and meaningful, offering significant skill boosts rather than inconsequential stat increases. While it provides a satisfying experience for both short and extended play sessions, some players find certain aspects frustrating and tedious. Overall, it sets a standard for metroidvanias in balancing grinding with engaging gameplay.
- “Good to sit down and play for 30 minutes or play for hours grinding for better times.”
- “Unfortunately, despite a lot of similarities, I found a lot of parts frustrating and tedious.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability has improved significantly with multiple patches, resulting in fewer glitches and softlocks. However, some users have reported specific bugs, such as issues with the fruit mechanics, where items occasionally behave unexpectedly.
- “The bananas and that fruit button were buggy, and sometimes the fruit would fall behind the button instead of pushing it down.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its unique aesthetic and efficient level design, setting a standard for other metroidvanias. Reviewers highlight the meaningful skill boosts that enhance the immersive experience rather than relying on trivial stat increases or grinding.
- “More 'metroidvanias' could learn something from this game in how lean and efficient it is, its level design, the meaningful skill boosts instead of small, inconsequential values to stats or grinding for levels, and its unique atmosphere and aesthetic.”

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You are Peter Shorts is a platformer game.

You are Peter Shorts is available on PC and Windows.

You are Peter Shorts was released on May 10, 2024.

You are Peter Shorts was developed by ondydev.

You are Peter Shorts has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

You are Peter Shorts is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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