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Trapped in a devil-made arcade machine, you jump through pony levels and alter broken code to solve puzzles and find a way out.
Released 04 Jan 2016
Repair Broken Code
Jump Pony Obstacles
Rewire Game Logic
Pony Island is a suspense puzzle game in disguise. You are in limbo, trapped in a malevolent and malfunctioning arcade machine devised by the devil himself. It is not a game about ponies.
Developed by Daniel Mullins Games · Published by Daniel Mullins Games
Inside a malfunctioning arcade machine in limbo, you are forced to play a deceptively simple pony game while searching for a way out. The machine’s software and the world beyond its levels are part of the same puzzle.
Play side-scrolling arcade stages as a pony, dodging obstacles and using simple actions, then switch to logic puzzles that involve rearranging program elements and exposing faulty code.
Progress through changing challenges and conversations while exploring the arcade interface for secrets. Optional ticket collectibles tie into an alternate ending.
Many supplied reviews enjoy the game’s puzzle-and-platforming mix, its playful disruptions of the game interface, and the way its rules and presentation shift as you progress. Players also value its eerie retro atmosphere and short, focused runtime. Some find the pony sections repetitive or difficult, and optional ticket hunts can feel tedious.
Pony Island is a suspense puzzle game in disguise. You are in limbo, trapped in a malevolent and malfunctioning arcade machine devised by the devil himself. The devil detests having his puzzles solved and poor programming exposed; you will need to think outside the box to proceed and you will be insulted when you do.
Peer behind the rotting curtain of "Pony Island" to repair its broken code
Be forced to play along with The Devil's demented game of ponies
Explore the depths of the cryptic software system that runs His game
This game is about as indie as it gets.
Daniel Mullins - Creator
Simon Jenkins - Consulted Designer
Jonah Senzel - Musician
@EnzoPiou - French Localization
FenixTM - Italian Localization
@77pali - German Localization
Luis Redin (Fusti) - Spanish Localization
Kenneth Mohr - Danish Localization
Alan K. Cirino - Portuguese Localization
Berke Oğuz Yılmaz - Turkish Localization
@TomWojcik1 - Polish Localization
Leanne Kiksen - Dutch Localization
Farhad Alyshev - Russian Localization
Hex Hanslation Group - Simplified Chinese Localization
Video playthrough by LoganicYT!
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
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| Achievements | 20 |
| Age ratings |
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| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
| Metacritic | 86/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |
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