Summary
- Release Year: 2016
- Genres: Adventure, Indie, Role-playing game (RPG), Simulator, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
- Platforms: Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
Urban Pirate: The Original Petty Crime Simulator
Released in 2016, Urban Pirate is a unique blend of turn-based survival and action-packed mini-games that puts players in the role of a petty criminal trying to make a living on the streets. With its charming pixel art style, witty writing, and challenging gameplay, Urban Pirate quickly gained a cult following among fans of indie games and simulation enthusiasts.
Gameplay
Urban Pirate is played from a top-down perspective, and the player controls a character who can move around the city, interact with objects and NPCs, and commit crimes. The game is divided into days, and each day the player must choose which crimes to commit in order to earn money and survive.
There are a variety of crimes to choose from, including pickpocketing, mugging, burglary, and vandalism. Each crime has its own risks and rewards, and the player must carefully weigh the potential benefits against the potential consequences. For example, pickpocketing is a relatively low-risk crime, but it doesn’t yield a lot of money. Mugging is more risky, but it can be more lucrative. Burglary is even more risky, but it can yield a big payday if the player is successful.
In addition to committing crimes, the player must also manage their character’s needs, such as hunger, sleep, and hygiene. If the player’s character neglects their needs, they will become weak and more vulnerable to arrest or injury.
Mini-Games
One of the most unique aspects of Urban Pirate is its use of mini-games to represent the various crimes that the player can commit. For example, when the player attempts to pickpocket someone, they must play a mini-game where they have to carefully guide their hand towards the victim’s pocket without being detected. When the player attempts to mug someone, they must play a mini-game where they have to fight off the victim and steal their belongings.
The mini-games add an extra layer of challenge and excitement to the game, and they help to make each crime feel unique and memorable.
Setting
Urban Pirate is set in a fictional city that is full of crime and poverty. The game’s world is rendered in a charming pixel art style, and it is filled with colorful characters and detailed environments. The city is divided into different districts, each with its own unique atmosphere and challenges.
Characters
The player character in Urban Pirate is a customizable avatar that can be male or female. The player can choose their character’s appearance, clothing, and skills. In addition to the player character, there are a number of other characters in the game, including NPCs that the player can interact with and criminals that the player can compete against.
Story
Urban Pirate does not have a traditional story mode, but it does feature a number of side quests and missions that the player can complete. These quests and missions help to flesh out the game’s world and characters, and they give the player a sense of purpose beyond simply committing crimes.
Reception
Urban Pirate received positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique gameplay, charming art style, and witty writing. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide.
Legacy
Urban Pirate is considered to be one of the pioneers of the petty crime simulator genre. The game’s unique blend of turn-based survival and action-packed mini-games has been imitated by a number of other games, but Urban Pirate remains the gold standard for the genre.
Conclusion
Urban Pirate is a must-play for fans of indie games, simulation games, and crime games. With its charming pixel art style, witty writing, and challenging gameplay, Urban Pirate is a unique and unforgettable experience.
Review Score
7.5/10
Art
Cover Art
Screenshots
