Bass Blocks

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Bass Blocks is a single player and multiplayer open world role playing shooter game. It was developed by Paul Cooney and was released on April 23, 2014. It received positive reviews from players.

Bass Blocks is a top-down RPG shooter set in procedurally generated open worlds with interactive music. Each death brings a new character and world, but you can carry over some experience to delve deeper into the constantly changing environment. Its roguelike elements create a dynamic and immersive exploration experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Randomly generated open world ensures a unique experience with each playthrough.
Relaxing soundtrack and appealing graphics contribute to an enjoyable atmosphere.
Progression system with leveling, bosses, and save points adds depth and challenge.

Gameplay becomes monotonous and repetitive after a short duration.
Difficulty can spike abruptly, and game speed changes may hinder enjoyment.
Lack of tutorial or guidance makes it confusing for some players to understand game mechanics.

music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music features a relaxing, interactive soundtrack that complements the gameplay, with bass-driven attack sounds adding to the experience. However, some users find the music underwhelming and not as impressive as expected, especially given its touted interactive features. Overall, the music is pleasant but not particularly remarkable.
- “Nice graphics and relaxing soundtrack.”
- “Graphics make the game look really good; the soundtrack is relaxing and never annoying.”
- “Your fire rate is locked to the music and your attacks are shockwaves of bass.”
- “The one thing I'm disappointed about is the music.”
- “It's a huge letdown, especially considering 'interactive music' was one of the features offered by the description.”
- “The music is alright for what it is, it's interaction based and semi-generated, but it's not amazing.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as simple and visually appealing but becomes monotonous and repetitive within a short time, with limited variety in mechanics and rules leading to boredom after about 15 minutes.
- “Pretty colors, simple gameplay.”
- “15 minutes of gameplay.”
- “Bass blocks after 15 minutes of gameplay is just boring and always the same.”
- “If you have an attention span longer than 10 minutes, the game will be pretty straightforward, nothing out of the ordinary when it comes to game mechanics and rules.”
- “Monotonous gameplay.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics feature a distinctive and appealing art style that enhances the game's visual appeal, complemented by a relaxing soundtrack. However, the busy on-screen visuals can sometimes make gameplay more challenging and confusing, affecting player clarity during action.
- “Nice graphics and relaxing soundtrack.”
- “Graphics make the game look really good, soundtrack is relaxing and never annoying.”
- “The aesthetic is pretty cool and I personally think it looks alright.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users praise the game's atmosphere for its amazing art, which significantly enhances the overall immersive experience.
- “The art is amazing as well as the atmosphere.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from noticeable bugs and a lack of polish, leading to a feeling of being unfinished and impacting overall stability.
- “The game itself is something I want to enjoy, but it feels buggy and unfinished.”