TLDR; Black Pepper crew's gameplay is top notch, however the game basically comes out of the box beaten. There is nothing to work towards or unlock, and no way to become stronger. This gives the player 0 sense of progress and it means that youve seen 90% of the content in the first hour of play. The combat and strategy side of the game are awesome, but the game lacks content to work towards. It is a rogue-like where you hire a crew of characters with different abilities to complete missions for various amounts of cash. The problem is, all you can spend the money on is consumable items to use in missions. There is no meta progression and characters do not grow stronger over time. If you played for 20 hours, the only thing you would have over a fresh save file is consumable items like armor that breaks when it runs out, or one use attack items. The home base contains random characters you can choose to hire for free, and a shop where you buy consumables with money. It feels like a big...
The Black Pepper Crew
- Release Date:
- Jul 24, 2023
- Developer:
- Quijipixel Games
- Publisher:
- Quijipixel Games
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac Linux
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About the Game
In the basement of The Black Pepper Jazz Club gathers a crew of bounty hunters to plan their next job. Command the crew, hunt bounties around the city, hire crew members, gear them up, fight creatively and cash that juicy bounty on this jazzy tactical turn-based roguelite!Undertake bounty hunting missions!
Fight your way through a crime boss's lair, defeat all of his henchmen, capture him and earn that reward!
Assemble your crew!
Build your crew, hire characters from 4 different playable classes. Punch and control the front line with the boxer, trick the enemy positions with the thief, slash your way through enemies with the shinobi, support your tactics with the tech wizard and expect more classes to come!
Fight creatively!
Discover new strategies! Combine your characters in interesting ways and get that bounty!
Lots of items!
Loot, buy and gear up. Lots of items to spice things up.
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User Reviews
I absolutely love strategy games, and I can confidently say that this title is definitely worth playing. The music is a complete delight, and the artwork, as well as the animations, are incredibly detailed and visually appealing. The gameplay feels comfortable and very intuitive, but what really blows my mind is that every time you embark on a mission, it's never the same – they are truly unique! Not only are the missions unique, but the characters you can add to your party also possess different skills. This, combined with the variety of items available, adds a whole new level of diversity that makes each gaming session an enjoyable experience to the fullest. So, don't think twice... this game is absolutely amazing!!!!
Do you like jazz? When I first saw the trailer for TBPC I tough that Napoleon looked like a furry version of Spike Spiegel from Cowboy Bebop. Then as one enemy was hit on screen a jazz tune started playing and I was hooked. Playing thru the missions is really fun as each character has it's unique set of abilities that put you to the test to plan an strategy on how to clean each room and collect all the bounties. There is a lot of charm in each character animation and the music that accompanies each mission is really well made and suits the game.
This is a great game. The art style is awesome, the music is nice and relaxing, and the gameplay is fun. You have to think carefully about every move to ensure your crew doesn't get killed. Each character has a unique play style and abilities, so you need to mix and match them to achieve the best outcome. If you enjoy tactics and roguelike games, this is a game you should definitely try.
This is an incredibly interesting game. The game presents a variety of levels and challenges, each requiring a thoughtful approach to overcome. I enjoy experimenting with different character combinations and tactics. One standout aspect of the game is its superb music. The jazzy tunes create an immersive atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience. I find myself grooving to the beat while I'm playing. I'm excited to see how the game evolves with future updates and additional content. Supporting indie gems like this is a no-brainer for me. It's evident that the developer poured heart and soul into this project, and they deserve all the encouragement and praise.
Comfy strategy gaming at its best.
Great art, cool animations and jazz, this game has it all. Gameplay is pretty straight forward with turn based combat in an 8x8 grid, allowing you to manage 4 units who each can move a set amount of spaces, attack enemies and use an ability. It makes it easy to view and plan your moves which have special effects so you can como attacks with different characters. It's a rogue-like game where you will get access to other characters that have modified abilities which open up new ways to play with your party. Perma death adds a nice bit of tension as mistakes can come at a high cost if you are not careful. In the end it is an easy to play, hard to master kind of game were you deal with enemies to the tune of a smooth jazz orchestra. Looking forward to the HQ and character upgrades plus testing new items to expand character abilities!
A very cool game! the artistic section is very good, the game feeling is quite satisfactory and the gameplay is very interesting, recommended to play it
Interesting strategy game, with cool mechanics that make you think how to approach each level, as you may want to do use some abilities in a certain way or in a certain order. The graphics are really good with great character design as well.
It's a fun and also challenging turn based tactics game that feels like a puzzle at times. More content is needed though. However, the developer allready stated, that more content is on its way. I enjoyed the time I spent with the game.
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System Requirements
Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E8400
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 6200
- Storage: 200 MB available space
FAQ
How much does The Black Pepper Crew cost?
The Black Pepper Crew costs $6.99.
What are the system requirements for The Black Pepper Crew?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 6200 Storage: 200 MB available space
What platforms is The Black Pepper Crew available on?
The Black Pepper Crew is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.
Is The Black Pepper Crew worth buying?
The Black Pepper Crew has 95% positive reviews from 20 players.
When was The Black Pepper Crew released?
The Black Pepper Crew was released on Jul 24, 2023.
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