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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64 bits) Processeur : CPU double cœur @ 2.0 GHz+ Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GPU compatible DirectX 11 (Intel HD Graphics 4000 ou mieux) DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

Pickle Pete

Niche cult favorite
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Released August 26, 2026
sample: 201 reviews posted after launch (90 AI-classified)
80/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 85 % · 201 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 86% positive vs 84% overall (200 recent reviews)
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Pickle Pete's gameplay and content are the stars, with 50 positive mentions out of 72 for the former and 15 out of 29 for the latter. Its post-release reception is Very Positive, with 85% positive reviews, but some players have mixed feelings about the grind and progression.

What it's about: Un bullet hell roguelite où vous esquivez et tirez à travers des vagues d’ennemis. Créez des combinaisons dévastatrices d’armes, d’équipement et de mutations grâce à de profondes synergies. Affrontez plus de 30 boss uniques à travers des biomes variés dans ce shooter d’arène exigeant.

In-game

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« what a game!!!!!!!! Play with your pickle »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 13 h played1
« Un digne cousin de Brotato, super. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 45 h played
« Bonne alternative à Brotato, j'aime beaucoup. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 7 h played
« plays similar to brotato and that is a good thing, definitely recommend buying »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played
« Like a brotato game! Cool game! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played
« Won't recommend. There are a lot of meta progression, but it doen't add anything to gameplay. You just get bigger digits and different weapon skins. Better reset you progress in Brotato. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 12 h played
« Interest % was fun now this game is no fun. I play games for FUN »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 8 h played
« Good, fun game so far. Obviously very Brotato-like but definitely has it's own vibe. Has meta progression in the form of basic stat upgrades and gear load out. Definitely recommend for fans of the genre. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played
« Fun straightfwd game. Runs great on Deck. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 13 h played

In players' words

« what a game!!!!!!!! Play with your pickle »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 13 h played1
« Won't recommend. There are a lot of meta progression, but it doen't add anything to gameplay. You just get bigger digits and different weapon skins. Better reset you progress in Brotato. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 12 h played
« Un digne cousin de Brotato, super. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 45 h played
« Interest % was fun now this game is no fun. I play games for FUN »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 8 h played
« Bonne alternative à Brotato, j'aime beaucoup. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 7 h played
« Good, fun game so far. Obviously very Brotato-like but definitely has it's own vibe. Has meta progression in the form of basic stat upgrades and gear load out. Definitely recommend for fans of the genre. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played
« plays similar to brotato and that is a good thing, definitely recommend buying »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 4 h played
« Fun straightfwd game. Runs great on Deck. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 13 h played
« Like a brotato game! Cool game! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
69 % pos · n=72
Content / longevity
52 % pos · n=29
Value for money
85 % pos · n=13
Performance
73 % pos · n=11
Audio / music
67 % pos · n=9
Multiplayer
57 % pos · n=7
Story / writing
50 % pos · n=4
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=4
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=3
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay7250913
Content / longevity2915113
Value for money131102
Performance11803
Audio / music9603
Multiplayer7403
Story / writing4202
Graphics / art4400
Interface / UX3003
Stability / bugs1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 14 h on median; those who dislike it: 8.5 h.

<2h
75 % (n=12)
2-10h
78 % (n=64)
10-25h
90 % (n=83)
>25h
86 % (n=42)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1,7 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 23 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 31,8 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay takes the spotlight: 50 positive mentions out of 72, with players praising its fun and addictive nature.
  • Content is a highlight: 15 positive mentions out of 29, focusing on the game's progression and similarities to BroTato.
  • Positive reception since launch: 85% of post-release reviews are positive, indicating a strong start for Pickle Pete.

Weaknesses

  • Grind and progression concerns: 16 mentions of 'progression' and 4 mentions of 'grind' suggest some players find the game repetitive.
  • UI issues: All 3 mentions of the UI are negative, indicating potential interface problems.
  • Mixed feelings about multiplayer: 4 positive and 3 negative mentions show a divide among players.

Who is it for?

Pickle Pete will appeal to fans of action-packed, casual RPGs with a fun and addictive gameplay loop. Those who enjoy games like BroTato may find similarities and recommendations in Pickle Pete's content.

Is Pickle Pete worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 85% of 201 Steam reviews are positive (player score 80/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay takes the spotlight. Current price: 8,15€.

Verdict

With its strong gameplay and content, Pickle Pete has a Very Positive reception. However, some players may find the grind and progression repetitive, and UI improvements could enhance the overall experience.

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