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[Switch] Pikuniku - $1.48 (Was $19.50, 92% off) @ Nintendo eShop

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[Switch] Pikuniku - $1.48 (Was $19.50, 92% off) @ Nintendo eShop
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Faro on 21/03/2020 - 09:24 ec.nintendo.com (2566 clicks)
Last edited 23/03/2020 - 13:27 by 2 other users

I have no idea why this game is so cheap, but it's an absolute gem!

This game isn't challenging or long, but the humour is top-notch for a game that is accessible for people of all ages and wacky enough to hold your attention for the full 3 hours or so that it takes to beat.

Metacritic has it at 76 and 7.6 respectively, but I'd personally say it deserves an 8.

Also has a short hour(ish) long co-op mode that you can play with a friend, significant other, child, parent or roommate while you're in lockdown to help past the time and get a few laughs.

Highly recommended!!

From the site:

Pikuniku is an absurdly wonderful puzzle-exploration game that takes place in a strange but playful world where not everything is as happy as it seems. Help peculiar characters overcome struggles, uncover a deep state conspiracy, and start a fun little revolution in this delightful dystopian adventure!

A Vibrant Adventure for All: Explore a colorful world at your own pace, help quirky characters with their unusual requests, and solve clever puzzles that will challenge both kids and adults.

Charming Cast: Meet a cast of memorable characters on your journey, each with their own problems and eccentricities to accommodate along the way.

Cooperative Mode: Join up with family and friends for local multiplayer fun in custom cooperative levels and challenges.

I bought this game day ONE on impulse because of how silly it looked and wasn't disappointed. Also, it's a Devolver Digital game. A publisher known for their quality Indies.

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  • Stoibs on 21/03/2020 - 09:32
    +3

    Recently came to PC gamepass the other day too (along with Ori Will of the Wisps and Surge 2)

    • Faro on 21/03/2020 - 09:42

      Can you play that on Switch?

        • Faro on 21/03/2020 - 09:46
          +14

          So what you're saying is no

          • scud70 on 21/03/2020 - 10:19
            +2

            @Faro: Lol yeh I don't recommend it and I don't think it's possible with newer switches from memory.

          • Naphii on 21/03/2020 - 12:36
            -7

            @Faro: I’m just technically discussing the possibility. Sorry if it hurts you.

      • Faro on 21/03/2020 - 09:50
        +11

        This came across ruder than it was meant to. My bad

          • Faro on 21/03/2020 - 11:29
            +10

            @[Deactivated]: Okay thanks for letting me know after I'd already apologised

              • Faro on 21/03/2020 - 13:58
                +4

                @[Deactivated]: Right. So if I presented the idea that you can actually get free food just by walking out of the store without paying for it, I shouldn't be criticised for that because it would be rude?

                • [Deactivated] on 21/03/2020 - 13:59
                  -6

                  @Faro: You didn't criticize, you were just rude.

                  • ensanguined on 21/03/2020 - 16:42
                    +2

                    @[Deactivated]: You got rekked son.

                    • [Deactivated] on 23/03/2020 - 18:07
                      -1

                      @ensanguined: Well I wasn't rude lol, ninternet often comes across as rude and abrupt so nothing new. I should have opened by saying that I was a Nintendo fan, I'm sure I'd have done better :p

                • Naphii on 21/03/2020 - 14:20

                  @Faro: Well, modding your switching is not necessarily means you HAVE to install pirate games, like having Internet at home doesn't necessary you have torrenting pirate movies.

  • Taegukgi on 21/03/2020 - 09:53
    +1

    F2P on Steam if anyone is interested.

    • silverrat23 on 21/03/2020 - 10:08
      +2

      It's not F2P, it's the full game playable for a limited time (2 days in this case).

      • Kill Joy on 21/03/2020 - 10:11
        +2

        Which being a 3hour game, is more than enough time.

  • doggmatic on 21/03/2020 - 10:50

    nice one. looks like a bunch of stuff is 90% off right now

    • peuwayaqdq on 21/03/2020 - 11:13
      +1

      Lol … usability is really an issue on this site… how do I browse other games?

      • [Deactivated] on 21/03/2020 - 11:23
        +4

        dekudeals is the best solution

        https://www.dekudeals.com/recent-drops

        • peuwayaqdq on 21/03/2020 - 11:31

          Thank you so much.

          • [Deactivated] on 21/03/2020 - 13:34

            @peuwayaqdq: You're very welcome, it's a great site.

        • Kerrby on 21/03/2020 - 19:58

          Has anybody tried Real Politiks?

          https://www.dekudeals.com/items/realpolitiks

          Down to $3.75

          • Faro on 21/03/2020 - 20:05
            +1

            @Kerrby: I've lost all faith in anything published by Forever entertainment. None of their games I've played have been fun, they all review very poorly and they're always on 90% off sales every few weeks.

            They were meant to be publishing the Panzer Dragoon remake that got announced a year or so ago and haven't said anything since the reveal trailer about its progress. My guess is the developers are seeking another publisher.

            • caprimulgus on 21/03/2020 - 20:23

              @Faro: What annoys me about Forever Entertainment is that half the games go 79% off, even when they have previously gone 80% off!

              There is one game of theirs (Qbik) that I am actually interested in buying - but I have a personal rule to not buy a game unless it at least matches the lowest previous price. But because they switched from 80% to 79% off (for god knows what reason!!), that means I can never buy that game! ahaha.

              And it’s extra annoying because it’s one of those games that is on sale every second day, so I’m reminded of this stupidity every time! aha

              But yes, I agree - aside from Qbik (which is pretty niche), all their games look pretty average. I wouldn’t waste my time on any of their games even at 90%/79% off…

              (Yes, I know the difference is only 7c, but it’s the principle! And I don’t want to support a shifty publisher!) :)

              • Faro on 21/03/2020 - 20:38
                +1

                @caprimulgus: For 7c you could have bought 3 games from the US eShop right now!!

  • gizmomelb on 21/03/2020 - 13:14
    +1

    highly recommend this game for a laugh in single player and more ridiculous in co-op mode.

  • wanderlei on 21/03/2020 - 15:01

    On to the back catalog it goes.

  • caprimulgus on 21/03/2020 - 15:36

    Great game - played a bit of co-op with the wife the other day, and I just played through the single player campaign today. Short, but well worth the $1.48!

  • Twisty on 21/03/2020 - 15:49
    +2

    Anything else on sale worth a pickup at a great price?

    • Faro on 21/03/2020 - 18:40
      +2

      In terms of quality verse price, nothing as good as this.

      There are some other games for decent prices at the moment such as Freedom Planet, the Shantae games, Bulletstorm, etc.

      But they're all in the $10-$20 range.

      Blazing Beaks is fairly interesting if you're into Roguelikes for $3 I think.

      Alternatively, there's the 1-9c games I've posted in other deals recently, but they're on the US store.

      • Twisty on 21/03/2020 - 19:19

        Thanks

  • chriise on 21/03/2020 - 22:42

    Been playing this on and off all day with the kids - what a great game! thanks!

    • Faro on 22/03/2020 - 09:30

      Glad you enjoy it :)

      Definitely has a broad appeal in terms of age

  • alby on 21/03/2020 - 22:49
    +1

    Love it, thanks OP! BASKICK IS LIFE.

  • Darkscythe on 22/03/2020 - 01:37
    +2

    Thanks OP. Bought on the recommendation here and was engrossed for 3 hours and loved every minute. Reminds me a lot of Tombi or Swordigo.

    • Faro on 22/03/2020 - 09:31

      The story is good entertainment

      Did you get a chance to try the co-op mode?

      • Darkscythe on 22/03/2020 - 10:26

        Not yet. It's on my todo list.

  • congo on 22/03/2020 - 13:33

    In order to continue, please access Nintendo eShop on the Nintendo Switch console linked to this Nintendo Account.
    :-(

  • Jay43 on 22/03/2020 - 17:08

    Thanks heaps for the tip on this one. We bought it with our coins that we had in credit and are loving it.

  • awaiko on 23/03/2020 - 21:38

    Just finished it now, got all the trophies for the single player mode. Good fun, music was fine, all round worth the dollar and change I spent.

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