McPixel vs Pony Island
Both McPixel and Pony Island share Experimental, Short and Pixel Graphics — so which one deserves your time? Pony Island wins 3 of our metrics to 1.
McPixel
Pony Island| Metric | McPixel | Pony Island | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Player rating | ★ 3.01 | ★ 3.96 | Pony Island by 0.95 (32%) |
| Metacritic | 76 | 86 | Pony Island by 10 (13%) |
| Catalog popularity | 1,861 adds | 2,513 adds | Pony Island by 652 (35%) |
| Avg. playtime | 4h | 3h | McPixel is longer |
| Platform families | 2 | 1 | McPixel |
| Release year | 2012 | 2016 | Pony Island is newer by 4 yr |
Platform exclusives
- McPixel only: Mobile
Verdict
Pony Island takes 3 of 4 measurable categories. Both lean on Experimental, Short, Pixel Graphics and Great Soundtrack, so whichever you pick, the core feel carries over.
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Base game data via RAWG. Comparison computed by us.