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Pocket Penguin DX ( ポケットペンギン): A Retro Style Adventure

$6.99
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Developer:
Dog Biscuit Studios
Publisher:
Dog Biscuit Studios
Platforms:
Windows
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About This Game

ABOUT THE GAME


Dive into a retro adventure that will transport you back to the golden days of handheld consoles. Pocket Penguin isn’t just a game—it’s an emotional journey that reminds you that even in the toughest times, courage and determination can lead you home.

Meet Pichi, a small blue penguin who, thanks to his agility and swimming skills, must face various challenges. From scorching dunes to vibrant coral reefs, travel to the lair of the fearsome pirate captain Nanuk the Polar Bear, rescue your family, and return home a tiny hero.

With its pixelated aesthetic, classic gameplay, and a soundtrack that pays homage to the Game Boy, Pocket Penguin captures the magic of the games that defined our childhood—but with fresh mechanics and a story that will hook you from the first minute.

KEY FEATURES

Remember those old-school games, simple on the surface but deeply challenging? Pocket Penguin follows the same philosophy with a clear premise: "Use bombs to attack. Use bombs to jump." With just two buttons, every move counts, and precision will be key to overcoming obstacles, solving puzzles, and defeating enemies.

Retro-inspired art and music: Every sprite, every melody is crafted to evoke Game Boy nostalgia—even using its original sound chip to compose authentic tracks that’ll make you feel like you’re holding the console in your hands.

NEW AND EXCITING FEATURES


  • Six unique worlds, 23 different stages.
  • Three difficulty modes tailored to your playstyle: Each mode offers a distinct experience—even the stages change!
  • 20 color modes: Choose between the classic Game Boy green or vibe with unique Super Game Boy palettes.
  • Brand-new powerful GBC mode: A colorful world with new effects.
  • Borders: Want to stylize your experience? Decorate your screen with 8 different borders.
  • Minigames and surprises: Beyond the main adventure, discover alternate challenges to test your skills.
  • Reward system: Enemies and hidden objects hold coins, food, and other treasures to trade at Walrus’s Shop—but spend wisely!
  • Multi-language support.
  • And much more!

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User Reviews

Mixed
6 user reviews
67%
Positive
4 hrs at review
Recommended

This is a cool, adorable, charming platformer that becomes quite challenging in the last level. It controls well, the music is awesome, and it emulates the game boy feel perfectly. The main mechanic is your bombs are used as makeshift platforms, and as your weapon. You have to manage them well, especially on bosses - because getting stuck in an area when your bombs are on cooldown is almost a sure death sentence. It's very engaging and I loved it. This is an easy recommendation for anyone, and especially if you like platformers.

10 helpful
50 min at review
Recommended

I grew up literally with gameboy/gameboy color/gameboy advance and I can tell you with 100% fiber of my being that this nice little game feels like authentic gameboy style from that time. Worth full price easily.

7 helpful
28 min at review
Not Recommended

is a cute little game - however the price point is not something I would recommend due the simplicity of the gameplay and the amount the bugs. Achievements don't work and you cannot even exit the game through a menu, you need to alt+f4... kinda crazy.

3 helpful
53 min at review
Recommended

Really fun and cute game, if this existed on Gameboy when I was a kid, I'd have definitely owned it!

2 helpful

System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS *: Windows XP x64
  • Processor: Intel Pentium 4
  • Memory: 512 MB RAM
  • Storage: 50 MB available space

Recommended

Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 x64
  • Processor: Intel Core i3
  • Memory: 1024 MB RAM
  • Storage: 100 MB available space

FAQ

How much does Pocket Penguin DX ( ポケットペンギン): A Retro Style Adventure cost?

Pocket Penguin DX ( ポケットペンギン): A Retro Style Adventure costs $6.99.

What are the system requirements for Pocket Penguin DX ( ポケットペンギン): A Retro Style Adventure?

Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows XP x64 Processor: Intel Pentium 4 Memory: 512 MB RAM Storage: 50 MB available space Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 x64 Processor: Intel Core i3 Memory: 1024 MB RAM Storage: 100 MB available space

What platforms is Pocket Penguin DX ( ポケットペンギン): A Retro Style Adventure available on?

Pocket Penguin DX ( ポケットペンギン): A Retro Style Adventure is available on Windows PC.

Is Pocket Penguin DX ( ポケットペンギン): A Retro Style Adventure worth buying?

Pocket Penguin DX ( ポケットペンギン): A Retro Style Adventure has 67% positive reviews from 6 players.

When was Pocket Penguin DX ( ポケットペンギン): A Retro Style Adventure released?

Pocket Penguin DX ( ポケットペンギン): A Retro Style Adventure was released on Nov 15, 2020.

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