Starpine
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About Starpine
Starpine is a quirky indie platformer where you play as a pineapple striving to collect stars across surreal biomes. Developed by Chocolate Bar Games and released September 25, 2025, it blends adventure and platforming on PC and Linux. The game’s charm lies in its absurd premise and vibrant visuals. Each level shifts from floating islands to vertical walls, challenging you to master timing and precision. With no multiplayer, the focus stays on solo exploration. If you enjoy inventive level design and a touch of pineapple-shaped whimsy, this is your pick.
Gameplay
Starpine’s controls are tight but demand quick reflexes. You’ll leap between platforms, grapple hooks to cross walls, and dodge hazards like spinning saws or bottomless pits. Each biome introduces new mechanics, think magnetized surfaces or gravity flips. Sessions last 20, 40 minutes, with a mix of exploration and retrying tricky sections. The camera sometimes struggles with tight spaces, but the challenge feels fair. A world map lets you backtrack for hidden stars, rewarding replays. The soundtrack shifts with the environment, from tropical beats to cosmic synths, keeping the mood light despite the difficulty.
What Players Think
Starpine holds a 4.2/5 on PlayPile, with 78% of players completing it and an average playtime of 6 hours. 350 achievements track star collection and time trials. Community moods lean curious (62%) and nostalgic (38%), though some call it “overdesigned.” Reviews praise the visuals and soundtrack but note inconsistent camera angles and a steep early-game curve. One player wrote, “Feels like a puzzle box you’re not supposed to solve,” while another called it “the most fun I’ve had in a pineapple body.” Completion rates drop after level 12, where mechanics shift drastically.
PlayPile's Take
Starpine is best for players who enjoy tight platforming and don’t mind a learning curve. At $19.99, it offers decent value for the 6-hour average playtime, though 30% of players quit before finishing. The 350 achievements add replayability, but don’t expect them to be easy. If you’re okay with a few wonky camera angles and appreciate oddball premises, give it a shot. It’s not for everyone, but the blend of challenge and charm makes it worth a try for fans of indie platformers.
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