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WHAT THE PAK?! logo with colorful background – indie multiplayer party game

WHAT THE PAK?! Review – A Chaotic Free-to-Play Indie That Packs a Punch

Posted on June 16, 2025June 16, 2025 By Ronny Fiksdahl

Slapstick Combat, Screaming Laughter, and Pure Unfiltered Mayhem

If you’re looking for an honest What the Pak review, you’re in the right place. This hilarious multiplayer indie game combines absurd visuals with fast-paced chaos, giving you the kind of slapstick action that makes party games so addictive. Developed by Wendigo Games and published by OYA Play, it’s built for one thing: creating ridiculous moments with your friends.

Now available in Early Access and 100% free to keep on Steam until June 24, 2025, this game is chaotic, colorful, and unpredictable in all the best ways. From cartoon explosions to flailing physics, it’s the kind of game that gets your group yelling and laughing within seconds.


Gameplay screenshot from WHAT THE PAK?! featuring colorful characters and floating jellyfish on a mini-game platform

What the Pak Review – Gameplay Breakdown

The core gameplay loop is built around fast-paced, objective-based mini-games. You might be told not to fall through the ice—and suddenly you’re being licked, punched, and shoved by a crowd of tiny “Paks” all trying to be the last one standing.


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Some games are reflex-based, others rely on dumb luck. However, all are driven by unpredictable player behavior. The controls are intentionally loose, letting physics, momentum, and mischief shape the action. That’s what makes it fun—this isn’t about precision; it’s about the comedy of errors that unfolds when everything goes wrong in the best way.

With up to 8 players per match, even the simplest mini-game turns into a hilarious free-for-all of licks, punches, and last-second saves.


WHAT THE PAK?! mini-game with players on a bright green lawn dodging hazards in an outdoor arena

Style, Humor & Customization in What the Pak

WHAT THE PAK?! leans into absurdity at every level. Its bold cartoon aesthetic, floppy animations, and ridiculous accessories turn every match into an over-the-top comedy sketch. The silly vibe is consistent—and it works.

Customization options let you outfit your Pak with hats, colors, and bizarre skins. This gives each player a unique look and injects extra personality into the already wild gameplay. The visuals never take themselves seriously, which makes the chaos even more enjoyable.

Multiplayer Mayhem in What the Pak

Multiplayer is the heart of the experience. Players can box in the lobby, parkour up strange objects, and queue into matches within seconds. While occasional lag exists, it never broke the fun. In fact, it sometimes made it better. Sloppy physics = more laughs.

Steam reviews reflect that too. Even when things glitch slightly, players keep coming back for more. This is a game made for laughing together—not competing seriously.

Post-Launch Plans for What the Pak

OYA Play promises ongoing development and big updates after launch, including:

  • New mini-games and game modes
  • Enhanced visuals and polish
  • Clan/guild systems for player communities
  • Unlockables, events, and more customization content

So if you’re wondering whether What the Pak?! has staying power—it absolutely could, especially with that kind of roadmap behind it.

WHAT THE PAK?! ice arena mini-game with players slipping and punching across frozen platforms

Final Verdict – Is What the Pak Worth Playing?

WHAT THE PAK?! is pure, dumb fun—and I say that in the best possible way. It’s not trying to win awards for realism. It’s trying to make you and your friends laugh uncontrollably. And it nails that.

It may not have AAA polish, but it doesn’t need it. This is about energy, surprise, and goofy action. If you enjoyed Gang Beasts, Fall Guys, or Human: Fall Flat, this should already be in your library.

Fix Gaming Channel Score: 8.5/10 – A beautiful disaster worth every punch, fall, and tongue-lashing.

Gameplay Video: Watch our full gameplay on YouTube

Game Info

WHAT THE PAK?!

Release Date: December 6, 2024 (Early Access)

Genre: Party Game, Indie, Multiplayer

Developer: Wendigo Games, Broken Lyre Entertainment

Publisher: OYA Play

Platforms: Steam (PC)

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