1BITDRAGON
- March 18, 2022
- 1BITDRAGON
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- 1BitDragon is extremely user-friendly, making it accessible for beginners with no prior music experience, allowing users to create music quickly and intuitively.
- The software offers a good variety of instruments and sound presets, including retro 8-bit sounds, which are great for creating game music and simple compositions.
- Recent updates have added features like sustained notes and expanded note scales, enhancing the software's functionality and user experience.
- The software has significant limitations, such as a maximum of four instruments and four drum sounds at a time, which can hinder more complex compositions.
- Users have reported a lack of advanced features, such as the inability to import MIDI files, change note lengths, or modify instrument sounds, making it less suitable for serious music production.
- Some users have expressed frustration with the software's focus on simplicity, feeling that it restricts creativity and does not cater to more experienced users.
- music344 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the software is praised for its accessibility and ease of use, making it ideal for beginners and those with little to no music theory knowledge. Users appreciate the ability to create simple compositions quickly, particularly for game soundtracks, while also enjoying the retro 8-bit sounds it offers. However, the software's limitations, such as a restricted number of instruments and lack of advanced features, may deter more experienced musicians seeking depth and complexity in their music production.
“This program makes me feel more confident in my ability to learn and make music.”
“I would definitely recommend this program for music beginners that want to make music for games or just in general, or someone who loves to have new toys to fiddle with when it comes to making little tunes.”
“1bitdragon is an extremely fun and easy to use DAW both for the casual music maker, beginners and, potentially, even intermediates looking for something nice, compact, simple and altogether well formatted.”
“It is usable; however, there actually is a lot missing with this compared to FL Studio or Auxy (a mobile music app I use). This being $30, I do not think it lives up to many free software options. With how you can only have 4 instruments and 4 drums for $30, it feels like you should have more of a say in how many instruments you can have. Auxy and Medly have a good solution to this; you simply press a little + below the instruments to add a new one. The octaves are very limited in that you can't increase or decrease the note height or box height, making it hard to create really expressive and explosive music.”
“I'm not joking or exaggerating; it's the worst 'music writing' software I have ever bought, both music-wise and user-wise. I had to go look at tutorial videos to know how to do basic stuff (like loop the sound so it doesn't stop every 5 seconds). The 'help' button doesn't help at all and only directs to more videos on how to do stuff.”
“As said before, it's decent and fun to play around with this tool, but if you're looking to seriously create video game soundtracks or something like that, you'd probably want a tool with fewer limitations and more potential.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being overly clunky and mechanical, which hinders the creative process for players. This has led to repeated frustrations, as users find it difficult to engage fluidly with the game.
“The gameplay feels too clunky and mechanical, which hinders the creative process. I've personally experienced this issue multiple times.”
“The gameplay is overly mechanical, making it difficult to engage creatively. I've encountered this problem several times.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that "1bitdragon" lacks a defined replay value, as it is primarily a music production tool rather than a traditional game. Its utility and potential for professional use may offer varied experiences for users, but overall, replayability is not a highlighted feature.
“The game offers endless possibilities for creativity, making each playthrough feel unique and fresh.”
“With its diverse features and tools, I find myself returning to experiment with new ideas every time I play.”
“The replayability is fantastic; I can always discover something new or improve on my previous creations.”
“The game lacks any significant replay value, making it feel more like a one-time experience rather than something you would return to.”
“Once you've explored the limited content, there's little incentive to play again, which is disappointing for a game that could have offered more.”
“I found myself quickly losing interest after the initial playthrough; the lack of variety really hampers the replayability.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics of 1bitdragon are described as having a medium quality, with no specific art style noted. The focus of the software is primarily on music production rather than visual aesthetics, making it more utilitarian for users rather than visually striking.
“The graphics are outdated and lack any real detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
“I was disappointed by the low-resolution visuals; they don't match the expectations set by modern games.”
“The art style is non-existent, and the overall graphics quality feels like a step back from previous titles.”
