Rise of the Penguins GB

Rise of the Penguins GB

Bill Woo · January 20, 2025 · Action, Platformer, 2D Platformer, Side Scroller, Indie

Rise of the Penguins GB is free to play — no purchase needed. We track it so you know if that ever changes.

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Rise of the Penguins GB price

Rise of the Penguins GB is free to play — there is no purchase price, on Steam or anywhere else we track. We keep watching it, so if it ever stops being free the price history on this page will show when that happened and what it changed to.

About Rise of the Penguins GB

A retro penguin platformer designed for Gameboy. Perfect for fans of penguins and anyone looking for a moderate challenge in a cold setting!

Rise of the Penguins GB — game info

Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux / SteamOS
Player modes
Single-player
Controller
Partial controller support
PC Game Pass
Not included
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What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Recommended Jul 20, 2025
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Recommended Jan 21, 2025
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Recommended Jan 20, 2025
Neat concept for a game, and I dig the gameboy aesthetic! I did find the time limit to be far too short though, I ended up having to run past the second half of the first level to clear it on time. Enemies also have a tendency to spawn either on top of you, or from offscreen, making the damage received feel a bit cheap at times. Not bad for a free game though, it's definitely faithful to the feel of these kinds of older games.
2 found this helpful
Recommended Feb 22, 2025
This is a great game. I like how it challenges you throughout the levels. The first boss fight was hard but it felt rewarding uppon completion. Penguins rise up
1 found this helpful
Recommended Jan 28, 2025
Rise of the Penguins GB is such a blast! I'm totally into the quirky pixel art, the cute penguin character, the catchy tunes, and those epic boss battles. Seriously, the boss fights are a highlight! Once you finish the main story, you can dive into boss rush mode to really hone your skills. It’s a solid challenge! I played it a ton on Game Boy Color, and now I'm reliving the fun on Steam. This isn’t one of those platformers that demands super precise moves or perfect timing that can get frustrating. For me, it strikes a great balance as a fun jump 'n run with thrilling boss encounters. If you enjoy games like this, you’re in for a treat! The game concept is really cool, and I love the Game Boy vibe! I did find the time limit a bit tight, though; I had to rush through the second half of the first level just to make it. Plus, enemies sometimes spawn right on top of you or offscreen, which can feel a bit unfair. But hey, for a free game, it really captures the essence of those classic titles!
1 found this helpful
Recommended Jan 22, 2025
I'm a huge fan of this game! I absolutely love the unique pixel art, the adorable penguin, the music, and especially the boss fights. For real—the boss fights are so much fun! After completing the story, you unlock the boss rush mode, where you can enjoy and master the fights. It's a real challenge! I played it thoroughly on Game Boy Color, and now I'm enjoying it again via Steam. This isn't a platformer where you need intense precision, perfect timing, or skill optimization that might lead to frustration. For me, it’s a balanced and rewarding jump 'n run game with exciting boss fights. If you like games like this, you'll definitely have a great time!
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