Item: Pixelot
Rating: 88
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

88/100

Pixelot is a refreshing love letter to the 16-bit era of RPGs, managing to capture the charm of classics like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest while feeling perfectly tailored for mobile play. As an expert in the genre, what strikes me most is the game's deceptive depth; while the pixel art is simple, the character customization and class promotion systems are robust. You start by creating a custom hero, but the real joy lies in recruiting a massive roster of over 30 unique characters, each fitting into a specific strategic niche.

The game avoids the 'fluff' of modern mobile RPGs—there are no predatory gacha mechanics here, just pure exploration and turn-based combat. Navigating through the 250+ maps and 15 dungeons feels rewarding, especially with the 'Infinite Tower' for end-game challenges. The dialogue is witty and self-aware, which keeps the tone light even as you’re hunting down elemental crystals to save the world. If you miss the days when RPGs were about discovery and party synergy rather than daily logins, Pixelot is an absolute gem.

Dinsun reviewed on: Tue May 14 2024

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1254557946

$2.99 9+★4.9 34 reviews

Author : Kyle Berger

Pubish Date : Fri Mar 08 2019

Last Update Date : Tue Dec 19 2023

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 3.0.24Tue Dec 19 2023

Complete your journey in Pixelot!
- 3 new regions to explore
- Collect the last 2 crystals
- Defeat the Dark Lord
- New Achievements and Items
- Collect the 6 Legendary Weapons
- New Heroes and Classes to collect
- Challenge the Labyrinth Dungeon
- New maps for the Dark Tower Dungeon
- Updated Controller Support
- New Icon
- New Banners
Pixelot is a classic RPG that combines the best parts of classic role-playing games. In Pixelot you create a custom hero and gather allies to defend against the darkness that has swept over the land of Pixelot. The game features numerous recruitable characters, playable classes, items, monsters, and dungeons alike. Promising an engaging story line, humorous dialogue, and a classic yet simple design, Pixelot is a game that is easy to pick up and hard to put down.
The game includes:
- Create your own custom character from 6 classes
- 30+ unique recruitable characters and classes
- Promote your characters to new classes at level 60
- Collect the 6 elemental crystals
- 15 dungeons to explore
- 500+ items, 250+ maps, and 200+ chests to collect
- Infinite tower dungeon with 50 unique floors
- 14 Boss challenge mode
- Collect all 6 legendary weapons
- Post-game labyrinth dungeon
Music is developed by Kairi Sawler, Aaron Krogh, Nashlaga, Karstenholymoly, and Stefan Kartenberg. Please check the below link to learn more about them!
https://pixelotrpg.fandom.com/wiki/Music
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Pixelot is a classic RPG that combines the best parts of classic role-playing games. In Pixelot you create a custom hero and gather allies to defend against the darkness that has swept over the land of Pixelot. The game features numerous recruitable characters, playable classes, items, monsters, and dungeons alike. Promising an engaging story line, humorous dialogue, and a classic yet simple design, Pixelot is a game that is easy to pick up and hard to put down.
The game includes:
- Create your own custom character from 6 classes
- 30+ unique recruitable characters and classes
- Promote your characters to new classes at level 60
- Collect the 6 elemental crystals
- 15 dungeons to explore
- 500+ items, 250+ maps, and 200+ chests to collect
- Infinite tower dungeon with 50 unique floors
- 14 Boss challenge mode
- Collect all 6 legendary weapons
- Post-game labyrinth dungeon
Music is developed by Kairi Sawler, Aaron Krogh, Nashlaga, Karstenholymoly, and Stefan Kartenberg. Please check the below link to learn more about them!
https://pixelotrpg.fandom.com/wiki/Music

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 with 34 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 9+

Pixelot is a classic-style RPG that combines the best elements of retro role-playing games into a cohesive mobile experience. Players begin by creating a custom hero from six initial classes, eventually recruiting a party of over 30 unique characters. The game world is vast, featuring 15 dungeons and hundreds of items to collect. With a focus on strategic turn-based combat and class promotions at level 60, Pixelot offers a nostalgic yet polished journey through a land threatened by darkness.

Features

30+ unique recruitable characters and classes.

Classic turn-based combat with 500+ items and 200+ chests.

Deep class promotion system at level 60.

Infinite Tower dungeon with 50+ floors for endgame challenge.

Controller support for a console-like experience.

Tips

Building Your Party

Focus on balancing your team with a mix of physical attackers and healers. Once your characters reach level 60, prioritize finding the promotion items to unlock advanced classes, which significantly boost stats and grant new elemental abilities.

Promotion Videos

Garfield | Official Trailer (4K) - YouTube

News on this game

Inspired by Pokemon and Final Fantasy, Pixelot is an RPG labour of love

One indie developer spent his weekend nights creating a game while his wife and child slept.

PCGamesN Wed Jun 16 2021

Pixelot is a turn-based RPG for iOS and Android that draws inspiration from classic Pokemon and Final Fantasy games

Pixelot is a cute-looking, turn-based RPG from solo developer Kyle Berger. The game has been in development for around 4 years and was made...

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Gameplays

Turn-Based Combat and Exploration

Gameplay involves exploring detailed pixel-art maps and engaging in tactical turn-based battles. Players must manage their party's skills and equipment to clear dungeons and eventually challenge the Infinite Tower for high-level loot.