Altered Beast Classic

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In Altered Beast Classic, players assume the role of a centurion resurrected by the god Zeus to rescue his daughter from the underworld. Battle through levels filled with hordes of mythical creatures, transforming into powerful beasts like a wolf, dragon, or bear with special abilities. With its iconic gameplay and challenging difficulty, this classic side-scrolling beat 'em up offers an exciting and rewarding experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,495 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

monetization78 negative mentions

Brings back nostalgic memories from childhood, making it a fun experience for long-time fans.
The save and rewind features are appreciated, allowing players to retry difficult sections.
The graphics and sound are reminiscent of the original game, providing a sense of authenticity.

Controls are poorly designed and unresponsive, making gameplay frustrating and difficult.
The game is plagued by excessive ads that interrupt the experience and cannot be easily closed.
There are significant issues with controller support, making it hard to play without touch controls.

monetization
81 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that interrupt gameplay, often appearing before players can even start a game. While some players appreciate the option to pay a small fee to remove ads, many express frustration over the frequency and length of ads, which detracts from the overall experience and makes the game feel unplayable at times. Additionally, issues with in-app purchases and ad functionality have further compounded dissatisfaction among users.
- “Glad to have it on mobile, though I'd rather pay for entry and have no ads or in-app purchases.”
- “Also, no offline save and ads unless you pay for microtransactions.”
- “Great game, but I can no longer restore my in-app purchase.”
- “It's the worst game when it comes to downloading because unlike most games with ads, this one has more ads than gameplay.”
- “I wanted to love this release, but I installed it, clicked start, and was forced to watch a video. I get it, it's free and supported by ads, but at least let me play it once before you force an ad impression down my throat.”
- “I already paid to remove ads, but the app still shows ads and asks me to buy again.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
58%
16%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews. While some players praise the visuals as vibrant and reminiscent of the original Mega Drive/Genesis era, others criticize them for being blocky or poorly executed compared to modern standards. A few users express disappointment with the graphics not living up to expectations, especially in comparison to other games using advanced engines like Unreal and Unity.
- “Great game, amazing graphics, controls are easy, and fun multiplayer.”
- “Just like the original, just better graphics.”
- “Good crisp graphics!”
- “Sry I'm not going to pay for games anyone can make. Check Google; we have games way better using Unreal Engine and Unity, and they have way more content and graphics. So, umm, yeah, not going to pay for something so old. I thought, oh cool, old Sega game, then I downloaded it and was like lol. I can tell you think just because your brand name is 'Sega' you need money?”
- “App gave me nightmares. I'm never going to play this again. The graphics are scary, and why is there a guy throwing heads? Plus, the levels look terrible; it looks like something from Greek mythology.”
- “Very poorly made, unlike the original from Sega. The controller is the only nice thing; everything else is horrible. The graphics are very poor, and the audio is poorly ported to Android.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players praising its challenging and enjoyable aspects, while others criticize the overwhelming number of ads and poor controls that detract from the experience. Many users express frustration over the frequent interruptions caused by ads, which negatively impact their overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I love it; the gameplay is extremely challenging, but that's the point.”
- “Excellent gameplay.”
- “The game is amazing; I love the gameplay and controls, definitely worth my time.”
- “It's the worst game when it comes to downloading because, unlike most games with ads, this one has more ads than gameplay.”
- “But the game is more an exercise in figuring out the horrible controls than it is mastering actual gameplay.”
- “Literally anything you do in the menus will trigger an ad, which burned 5% of my battery in under 1 minute of gameplay.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The music in the game is highly praised for its nostalgic 16-bit soundtracks, effectively enhancing the gameplay experience with engaging fight or flight themes. However, some users noted that the music can contribute to frame rate drops, yet overall, it captures the essence of classic gaming, reminiscent of the original Megadrive experience.
- “Meanwhile, good fight or flight music is booming in the background.”
- “The best 16-bit soundtracks ever made.”
- “And the sound and music is almost just like how I remember it on my Mega Drive back when I was a kid.”
- “Somehow the music causes significant frame rate drops.”
- “The sound and music are almost exactly how I remember them on my Mega Drive from when I was a kid.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
80%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with some users noting significant bugs, particularly with the controls, while others appreciate improvements over previous versions, such as fixes to old boss glitches. However, issues like frequent emulation freezes on certain devices, like the Samsung S6, have also been reported, indicating that stability remains a concern for many players.
- “Runs great, just like the classic game.”
- “The game maintains a smooth performance without any noticeable glitches.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never crashes or lags.”
- “Very buggy, but that is typical of Sega to release buggy games nowadays.”
- “The D-pad and buttons are really buggy.”
- “Also, emulation freezes a lot, using Samsung S6.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Overall, users report that the game's optimization is still a work in progress, with noticeable performance issues such as audio stuttering, laggy controls, and glitches, particularly on certain devices like the S8+. While enabling performance mode improves gameplay, power-saving settings significantly hinder CPU performance.
- “If I turn on performance mode, it gets even better, but with power save on, it cuts too much from the CPU.”
- “I'm sure they are still working on optimizing performance for a select few remaining devices.”
- “If I turn on performance mode, it's even better, but with power save on, it cuts too much from the CPU.”
- “The game is a bit glitchy and stuttering on my S8+. Hopefully, the rest of the games released don't perform the same; I am a sucker for nostalgia.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, with excitement that evokes tears. However, there are concerns about the navigation controls, which could detract from the overall emotional experience if not improved.
- “I really want to cry; I'm so excited.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky elements, featuring bizarre and unattractive villains, an outlandish storyline, and amusing power-ups that contribute to its comedic appeal.
- “Has everything you'd expect, including weird, ugly villains, an unbelievable story, and funny power-ups.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story features a mix of bizarre and unattractive villains, an implausible plot, and humorous power-ups, delivering an entertaining yet unconventional narrative experience.
- “The game features everything you'd expect, including bizarre and grotesque villains, an unbelievable story, and humorous power-ups.”
- “The narrative is engaging and filled with unexpected twists that keep you on the edge of your seat.”
- “The character development is rich, making you truly care about their journeys and struggles.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight the game's exceptional replayability, particularly enjoying its arcade elements and the nostalgic value it brings as a classic Sega title. Many recommend it for repeated playthroughs, emphasizing its enduring appeal even after completing the game.
- “I love playing this game, mostly arcade though, but hey, it's the genesis, and it's also my favorite Sega game of all time. I've already defeated it, but the replayability is amazing. I recommend it to all.”