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BAIONLENJA is a single player shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by BAION and was released on May 20, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

BAIONLENJA is a single-player atmospheric horror shooter blending a gripping plot with ingenious, speedrun-inspired movement mechanics like enhanced B-Hopping, Rocket Jumping, and Airstrafing. Set in an eerie undersea research facility, you uncover the secrets of a fossilized consciousness linked to mysterious MECHANOIDS. The game features splendid visuals, immersive music, and a stunning atmosphere.

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99%
Audience ScoreBased on 268 reviews
gameplay28 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions

  • The movement mechanics are incredibly satisfying and addictive, allowing for fluid gameplay and a rewarding experience as players master techniques like b-hopping and blade jumping.
  • The game's aesthetic and atmosphere are striking, combining elements of Y2K and brutalist architecture with a compelling soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • Despite being in early access, the game shows a lot of polish and potential, with engaging level design and a unique narrative that keeps players invested.
  • The level design can be confusing at times, making it difficult for players to navigate and find their way through the hub world and various levels.
  • Combat feels underwhelming and lacks variety, with some players expressing a desire for more enemy types and engaging mechanics to enhance the experience.
  • The game is relatively short in its current state, leaving players wanting more content and depth as they await future updates.
  • gameplay
    55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is highly praised for its innovative and satisfying movement mechanics, which include features like b-hopping and blade jumping, making for a fun and engaging experience. Players appreciate the intuitive learning curve, though some note that the level design could be improved to better accommodate the fast-paced mechanics. Overall, the game offers a unique blend of exploration, combat, and puzzle-solving that keeps players invested and encourages replayability.

    • “The gameplay is very intuitive, but in another way kinda hard to get into. Once you actually understand how to play properly, it's amazing. The art direction of the game is breathtaking; this game has a unique identity and is very beautiful.”
    • “I appreciated how the game taught you how to use each mechanic and gave you ample opportunities to practice them. The mechanics are very solid, and I got the hang of it in a short time, as the game taught me well.”
    • “Extremely fun mobility-focused shooter with some really cool art design and some sick music. It has a great atmosphere and satisfying gameplay!”
    • “The game isn't all art; however, the gameplay is solid. The challenges are often very doable, but sometimes they leave you with a feeling of 'I could have done this better.'”
    • “It feels like I'm forced to learn the mechanics on this frustrating obstacle course, and I had a fear the rest of the game would be more of the same.”
    • “In terms of gameplay, it admittedly took me a bit to get into it, but eventually it clicked and started feeling pretty intuitive.”
  • music
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its energetic and fitting soundtrack, particularly its heavy drum and bass influence that complements the fast-paced gameplay and unique art style. Many players appreciate how the music enhances the overall atmosphere and emotional experience, although some feel it lacks memorability compared to other titles. Overall, the soundtrack is described as a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's immersive environment and aesthetic appeal.

    • “The soundtrack really fits in with the fast-paced nature of the game, and it really sets the feeling for multiple parts of the game, especially during fights.”
    • “The atmosphere is sick, music is amazing, love the Bionicle inspiration.”
    • “Combine brutalistic architecture with the weird body horror gore funk lore of Cruelty Squad and atmospheric dnb/jungle music playing in the speed courses and you get this masterpiece.”
    • “The music is okay, but not memorable like in Ultrakill or Risk of Rain 2.”
    • “And the OST of the game, I’m not saying it’s bad, it’s just not memorable.”
    • “Like when I think of Baionlenja, there’s no OST I would remember again.”
  • graphics
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their unique aesthetic, blending late 90s and early 2000s futurist styles with a dark, brutalist vibe. Players appreciate the engaging visuals, which are complemented by a strong atmospheric soundtrack, creating a compelling and immersive experience. While some users suggest improvements to specific models and visual customization options, the overall consensus is that the game's art style and design are standout features that enhance its appeal.

    • “Enjoyable art style, and a non-intrusive story with a lot of great atmosphere.”
    • “Fantastic movement and story, amazing visuals, and it runs like a dream.”
    • “The visuals of the game are also really cool, love the sort of grimy futuristic vibe.”
    • “Give more options to customize the visuals; the bloom and color scheme on some levels hurts my eyes.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
    • “The art style is inconsistent, making some elements look cheap and unrefined.”
  • story
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is praised for its engaging blend of dark humor and mystery, complemented by a captivating atmosphere and lore. While some players find the main story short, they appreciate the depth and charm it adds to the overall experience, with many expressing excitement for future updates and expansions. The unique art style and fluid movement mechanics further enhance the storytelling, making it a memorable aspect of the game.

    • “The movement is addicting, the combat is enjoyable, the environment is cool as hell, the story hooks you in so fast; this game is just so good.”
    • “Aside from the gameplay, the atmosphere, lore, and story were all really captivating to me.”
    • “I didn't expect to like the story of this game as much as I have so far.”
    • “The level design of the story is a little confusing as in you don't always know where to go.”
    • “Story mode is really short but most of the fun is in the challenges and rerunning levels.”
    • “These for me are the writing and story, but also I think there's something still to be desired with HUD design.”
  • atmosphere
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its captivating art style, immersive sound design, and a sense of tension that enhances gameplay. Players appreciate the combination of brutalist architecture, eerie visuals, and a dynamic soundtrack that together create a unique and engaging experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as both stylish and deeply atmospheric, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The atmosphere always gives you this feeling that there is something much more powerful than you out there, which creates a tension even if the enemies aren't that powerful.”
    • “Combine brutalistic architecture with the weird body horror gore funk lore of Cruelty Squad and atmospheric drum and bass/jungle music playing in the speed courses, and you get this masterpiece.”
    • “From the very smooth and clean feeling of 'baion-hopping' to the gritty dark overdriven ultra-atmospheric sound design and the Y2K biopunk cosmic horroresque graphic design, the whole package is greater than the sum of its parts.”
    • “The atmosphere always gives you this feeling that there is something much more powerful than you out there, which gives it this tension even if the enemies aren't that powerful.”
    • “The level design is sure, monotone (I haven't finished the game but have spent 3 hours or so in the main story), but it feels intentional and enhances the eerie atmosphere absolutely.”
    • “The atmosphere also manages to eerily capture the feeling of being alone on a server on a source map, grinding jump_pagoda at 2am.”
  • optimization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is highly optimized, featuring polished technical aspects that ensure smooth performance and fluid gameplay, even on lower-end PCs. Users report minimal to no bugs and commend the satisfying movement mechanics, making it a standout solo project in terms of optimization.

    • “The game is very well made for a solo project, the release practically didn't have any bugs, and had high performance even with all the effects and renders.”
    • “Even on my fairly weak PC, it runs smoothly without any frame drops.”
    • “Technical aspects feel really polished too, which is an absolute must for this type of game mechanics, which is based entirely on fluidity and reflexes, and thus require game performance to be in check at all times.”
    • “The game is very well made for a solo project; the release practically didn't have any bugs and had high performance even with all the effects and renders.”
    • “No bugs, no performance problems.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game strikes a balance between dark and lighthearted elements, enhancing the engaging world and aesthetic. Players appreciate the comedic dialogue and amusing enemy designs, with some terminal entries providing particularly humorous moments. Overall, the game successfully blends mystery with a playful tone.

    • “The story strikes a nice balance between dark and mysterious while still being funny, and the world and aesthetic are very engaging.”
    • “The enemies are, let's just say, hilarious.”
    • “Some of the terminal entries are unexpectedly funny.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers significant replayability, with players noting the ability to discover new elements even after multiple playthroughs. Many reviews highlight the engaging challenges and smooth gameplay that contribute to its high replay value.

    • “High replayability, awesome challenges, and smooth gameplay.”
    • “It also has quite a bit of replayability as I have played through the game 3 times already and I am still finding things I missed.”
    • “Even in its current state, it is so replayable.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is noted for its unique and unconventional design, which creates a sense of disconnection and intrigue, ultimately enhancing the player's enjoyment. This distinctive approach contributes to a memorable experience, making players feel both out of place and engaged in the game's world.

    • “The character development is incredibly immersive, making me feel like I truly belong in this unique world.”
    • “The strange world and character design contributed to my enjoyment, as they enhanced the depth of character development.”
    • “I felt a strong connection to the characters, which made their development throughout the game all the more impactful.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews highlight that the grinding aspect in the game effectively enhances the horror ambiance without becoming tedious, particularly in its open environments. Players appreciate the eerie feeling of isolation while engaging in repetitive tasks, such as grinding on specific maps during late hours.

    • “The atmosphere also manages to eerily capture the feeling of being alone on a server on a source map, grinding jump_pagoda at 2 AM.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report that the game's unconventional world and character design evoke a sense of alienation, which paradoxically enhances their enjoyment and emotional engagement with the experience.

    • “Made me feel that I wasn't supposed to be here, probably because of the weird world and character design. However, I think that's why I enjoyed this game as much as I did.”
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BAIONLENJA is a shooter game with horror theme.

BAIONLENJA is available on PC and Windows.

BAIONLENJA was released on May 20, 2025.

BAIONLENJA was developed by BAION.

BAIONLENJA has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

BAIONLENJA is a single player game.

Similar games include VOIN, Pseudoregalia, GTTOD: Get To The Orange Door, Fortune's Run, Eternity Egg and others.