B-12

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B-12 is a single player arcade shooter game. It was developed by Brantisky and was released on July 12, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

B-12 is a tough, unconventional third/first-person action-platformer with randomized levels and robots with plasma cannons for hands.

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Single-Player

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals that create an immersive atmosphere, resembling a living painting.
Gameplay mechanics, including flight and interaction with the environment, are intuitive and enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience.
The story, while simple, provokes thought about themes of future and loneliness, and the interactions with unique robot characters add depth.

The game suffers from repetitive and poorly designed levels due to reliance on procedural generation, leading to a lack of meaningful content.
Shooting mechanics are inconsistent, often resulting in frustration as weapons fail to fire reliably, detracting from the gameplay experience.
The game is criticized for its short length and lack of depth, with some players feeling it does not justify its initial price point.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
53%
18%
The gameplay of B-12 features some enjoyable mechanics like wall jumping and jetpack usage, but is marred by poor level design, inconsistent implementation of core mechanics, and frustrating design choices, such as losing upgrades upon death. While the game offers fun arcade elements and clean visuals, the overall experience is overshadowed by bugs and a lack of meaningful progression, leading to a disappointing gameplay experience.
- “I like the wall jumping mechanics and the jetpack is also fun to use (when it works).”
- “Randomized levels, clean visuals and fun arcade gameplay full of jumping, shooting and exploring.”
- “The energy mechanic is also nice, makes you think a bit when to use your gun, jetpack, shield, etc.”
- “The developer chose not to do the job of a real game developer and create meaningful bespoke levels, narrative-based gameplay progression, and so on.”
- “Some alright gameplay and platforming is vastly overshadowed by inane design choices and bugs.”
- “This game could have been fun; using the jetpack and wall jumping is extremely fun, but the onslaught of bad designs and mechanics suggest that fun isn't what the developer was going for.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The graphics of the game are characterized by low-quality low poly 3D visuals, which may deter some gamers seeking higher fidelity. However, others appreciate the simple, clean aesthetics and the effective use of color, finding the visuals functional and enjoyable within the context of the gameplay. Overall, while opinions are mixed, the graphics are seen as a distinctive stylistic choice rather than a complete failure.
- “Not just the graphics which are simple and clean and functional, but the general presentation.”
- “In terms of visuals, this features fairly low quality low poly 3D graphics which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
- “Gaming is a visual medium, and while some developers struggle with creating high quality visuals, failing to do so is a disservice to gamers.”
- “It has a particular take on polygon graphics with simple and comprehensive colors.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game features a mix of lo-fi minimal electro tunes that some players find fitting and atmospheric, while others feel it does not align with the game's mood and setting. Overall, opinions on the soundtrack are mixed, with some praising its complement to the game's ambiance and others questioning its appropriateness.
- “Then there's the music, which is a nice assortment of lo-fi minimal electro tunes.”
- “Sounds and music fit well and complement the atmosphere.”
- “Music is also questionable, and personally, I don't feel it fits the mood and setting of the game.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its heartfelt design, reflecting the developer's clear vision and intent. The sound and music effectively enhance the overall ambiance, contributing to a cohesive and immersive experience.
- “Generally, the game feels like it is made with heart. The developers have a clear vision of what the game should be like, how it should feel, and what kind of atmosphere it should have, and they successfully capture this vision.”
- “The sounds and music fit well and complement the atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
- “Despite some interesting visuals, the overall ambiance is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
- “The game tries to create a tense atmosphere, but it often falls short, leaving players feeling disconnected from the experience.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is considered mediocre, primarily revolving around product testing, and many reviewers feel it lacks depth and complexity.
- “The story is just okay; it feels more like a product test than a narrative experience. In my opinion, it lacks depth and fails to offer anything beyond the surface.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers a highly polished and optimized experience, drawing inspiration from the Mega Man X series while placing a greater emphasis on movement mechanics.
- “Greatly polished and optimized experience that pays homage to the Mega Man X series with more emphasis on movement.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers appreciate the humor in the game, noting that the enemy robots are designed to be both visually appealing and amusing, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere.
- “The enemy robots look nice and funny.”