LBR received a Steam review copy of A Pizza Delivery from Dolores Entertainment to review this game.
A Pizza Delivery is a short narrative adventure from indie developer Eric Osuna and publisher Dolores Entertainment. It’s a surreal tale with elements of walking simulators and puzzles.
In A Pizza Delivery, the young protagonist B must complete the titular delivery in a strange and moody world. At a cozy pace, you’ll solve light puzzles, discover curious objects from your past, and meet interesting locals with their own paths.
A Pizza Delivery is available now via Steam. Here’s the release trailer from Dolores Entertainment for a look at some gameplay:
A Pizza Delivery has some truly exceptional art design, with imagery that always serves its emotional center. The game offers both gorgeous vistas that encourage you to reflect, and a touch of the uncanny that can genuinely unsettle you.
The story wears its themes on its sleeve, so that atmosphere feels honest and relatable. Avoiding spoilers, I will say that the ultimate message is very comforting.
In fact, the tale’s visuals and dialogue feel gentle throughout, a welcome approach for a world rooted in grief and unrest. Conversations tend to feel grounded and casual, even those discussing things more overtly.
I commend the developer for exploring this narrative in a sincerely personal way.
A Pizza Delivery also makes the most of hidden lore. This includes everything from some tragic empty bottles to unnerving mementos from a previous delivery.
I did wish for more characters and dialogue—bear in mind that this game easily runs under two hours. Such a small handful of characters fits the intimate scope of the narrative, and the loneliness of the world. But I personally felt this made the game a little rushed, and less nuanced for such poignant ideas.
Also, it’s worth noting the game is a little buggy. For example, it repeatedly refused to save extensive progress. This may be problematic for anyone who doesn’t plan on a single gameplay session.
Most of the puzzles are pretty straightforward, but some can feel a little odd. I found the snowstorm a bit frustrating, especially trying to incorporate a compass I found earlier on.
I’ll wrap up with a word on the music—outstanding. A Pizza Delivery boasts a creative soundtrack with equal shares of tension and soothing melodies that emphasize a pensive tone. It distinguishes itself from similar cozy soundtracks, and it’s even worth owning separately, a rarity.
Final Thoughts
A Pizza Delivery is a thoughtful and personal adventure, with striking artwork and an honest look at poignant themes. Its patient narrative and terrific music have a warm and healing tone. It did have saving issues, unfortunate brevity, and some other small frustrations. But fans of the genre will be pleased with A Pizza Delivery, a distinct passion project.
Score: 7.5 / 10
In memory of Liam, the sweetest little brother
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