Pudgy Party Review: A Crypto Challenger to Fall Guys on Mobile

Forget Candy Crush, there's a new mobile game in town, and it's got penguins. Pudgy Party, based on the popular Ethereum NFT collection, is a casual battle royale that takes inspiration from Fall Guys but adds its own unique twists, including NFT integration and character-specific abilities.

A Penguin Plunge into the Battle Royale

Like Fall Guys, Pudgy Party throws you into a series of chaotic mini-games where the goal is simply to survive. Sprint, jump, dodge, and push your way through obstacles to be the last penguin standing. However, Pudgy Party distinguishes itself with key differences:

• Smaller Lobbies, Quicker Games: With only 20 players per match compared to Fall Guys' 40, Pudgy Party is perfect for quick bursts of mobile gaming.
• Unique Character Abilities: Forget just cosmetic differences. Each Pudgy Penguin character boasts up to four unlockable abilities. Konk can smash opponents with a club, while others have different special powers. Leveling up characters unlocks new abilities.
• Meme-Inspired Fun: The game embraces the meme culture surrounding Pudgy Penguins, with characters sporting outfits inspired by internet sensations like John Pork. There's nothing quite like achieving victory while dressed as a meme.

The Crypto Angle

Pudgy Party incorporates crypto elements through NFT integration. Players can link their Mythical account to trade certain character skins on the Mythical marketplace.

Not all characters can become NFTs. Those that can will have an option to transform them with a specific item once they reach level three. For example, leveling up John Pork and combining him with a "Tim Talisman" creates a legendary Tim NFT character, inspired by the Italian meme Tim Cheese. Talismans can be bought in the marketplace or earned in the game's battlepass.

This NFT integration is optional and doesn't affect gameplay balance. You can enjoy the game without spending money on NFTs.

Where the Game Falters

• Mobile Game Clutter: Pudgy Party suffers from the typical mobile gaming overload of notifications and unlockable items, which can interrupt the flow of gameplay.
• Short Games: The fast-paced matches are ideal for mobile, but sometimes feel too short to develop meaningful strategies.
• Level Design: Fall Guys is known for its top-tier level design, and Pudgy Party has some catching up to do. Some levels feel generic and lack creativity (although Cracktop Isle is an exception).

Key Takeaways:

• Pudgy Party is a fun and engaging mobile battle royale game.
• Character-specific abilities add depth and strategy beyond simple cosmetic changes.
• The game's NFT integration is optional and doesn't impact gameplay.
• While not perfect, Pudgy Party offers a fresh take on the Fall Guys formula.

Should You Play Pudgy Party?

If you're a fan of Fall Guys and looking for a new mobile game with a unique twist, Pudgy Party is worth checking out. It successfully translates the casual battle royale genre to mobile with the use of the characters and abilities to keep the game feeling fresh.