Arclight Beat

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Arclight Beat is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by DigiPen Europe-Bilbao and was released on May 26, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Arclight Beat is a minimalistic rhythm based 3D platformer in which you control various level elements by modifying the music.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

music8 positive mentions

optimization1 negative mentions

Cool concept with nice graphics and enjoyable music.
Fun platforming and puzzle elements, especially in the earlier levels.
Short but pleasant experience with a good aesthetic and interesting mechanics.

Sluggish controls and clunky camera angles detract from the gameplay experience.
Difficulty spikes in later levels can be frustrating and not well-balanced.
Not optimized for keyboard play, making it challenging for players without a controller.

music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
15%
23%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and integration into gameplay, enhancing the overall experience with well-crafted soundtracks and the ability to create custom beats. Players appreciate the unique blend of music and platforming mechanics, though some feel that certain music slots can unnecessarily prolong levels. Overall, the game's aesthetic, combining music and visuals, contributes to a fun and engaging musical experience.
- “This was by far one of the best music games that I've played in a long time!”
- “The soundtrack in every level is really well made, and how you can make your own beat in each level is one of the best concepts that I've seen so far!”
- “Every world with its own music felt awesome, and the fact that beats do different solos in different places of the beat mixer made me and my friend really enjoy this game.”
- “I did dislike the fact that a lot of the slots for music only made the levels take longer.”
- “The soundtrack in every level is really well made and how you can make your own beat in each level is one of the best concepts that I've seen so far!”
- “From music to visuals, the aesthetics of the game are really great.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
14%
29%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their retro style and aesthetic appeal, with many users highlighting the impressive visuals, particularly in the later worlds. While some describe the graphics as simple, they contribute positively to the overall experience, complementing the game's music and puzzles.
- “I liked the puzzles, the platforming, and the retro graphics.”
- “The music and visuals are great.”
- “The visuals look incredible, especially the second and third worlds.”
- “Very simple graphics, but not a rhythm game in the slightest.”
- “The aesthetics of the game are really great, but the graphics leave much to be desired.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The gameplay has potential but requires significant polish and adjustments to fully realize it. Players appreciated the effective introduction of new mechanics and the reminders of existing ones, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The way the game introduces new mechanics and reminds you of already existing mechanics is pretty good.”
- “The game needs a lot of polish, and some changes in gameplay to be up to its potential.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is criticized for poor keyboard optimization, with controls primarily designed for controllers, making it less user-friendly for keyboard players.
- “Absolutely not keyboard friendly; the controls feel optimized for a controller instead.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game enjoyable and recognize its potential, though they feel it could benefit from further refinement to enhance its emotional impact.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game has been criticized as unfunny, with one user expressing frustration while still conveying affection for the community. Overall, the comedic elements appear to be hit or miss for players.
- “Oh god, this unfunny account on another free game. Caw caw! But I assure you, I love you all the same. Caw caw.”