Be My Horde

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In "Be My Horde," play as the necromancer Moriana, commanding an army of undead minions in battles against the living. Resurrect fallen enemies, grow your horde, and use the souls of your foes to enhance your skills. Each defeat offers a chance to return stronger, as death is merely the beginning of your conquest. Your journey is fraught with challenges, but the rewards will help you unlock the mysteries behind Moriana's dark powers.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 962 reviews

gameplay70 positive mentions

grinding28 negative mentions

The game features a unique twist on the horde survival genre, allowing players to raise fallen enemies as minions, which adds a satisfying gameplay loop.
The art style and voice acting, particularly of the main character Moriana, are well-received and contribute to the game's charm.
The game is priced fairly for its current content, providing a fun experience for casual gamers looking for a simple yet engaging title.

The gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited variety in enemy types and a lack of meaningful upgrades, leading to a feeling of stagnation after a few hours.
Players have expressed frustration with the AI of the minions, which can lead to situations where they do not effectively engage enemies, resulting in player deaths.
The game currently lacks depth in mechanics, with no real control over the horde and minimal strategic elements, making it feel more like a basic prototype than a fully fleshed-out game.

gameplay
196 mentions
36 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as simple yet engaging, featuring innovative mechanics like using fallen enemies as resources, which adds a unique twist to the genre. While many players appreciate the addictive nature and rewarding progression, some express concerns about repetitiveness in the endgame and a lack of depth in mechanics, suggesting that the game could benefit from more variety and complexity. Overall, it offers a fun experience for fans of rogue-lite games, though improvements are needed to enhance replayability and strategic depth.
- “The game has very solid foundations, the gameplay isn’t overcomplicated, and it’s clear that the developers are adding cool new features and improvements with each patch.”
- “The gameplay is very addictive, creating an army is a nice twist for the genre.”
- “One of the highlights is the quick, fast-paced gameplay that makes it perfect for short bursts or extended sessions.”
- “The gameplay loop is somewhat boring after a while as you don't get that many perks in a run, and you unlock all the stuff in the base super fast. After that, there is no point in playing anymore; there's nothing to work towards.”
- “The game needs a substantial improvement to the gameplay loop and a significant improvement to the minion AI before I could consider recommending it.”
- “There is not much to do once you reach full upgrades; the lack of leveling and progress, along with no variety, makes it a very dull gameplay experience in the long run.”
graphics
68 mentions
35 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their cute and visually pleasing 2D aesthetic, which effectively blends dark themes with vibrant elements. While many users appreciate the clean and detailed art style, some feel it lacks depth and can be reminiscent of older flash games. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, though there are suggestions for further development and refinement.
- “The art style perfectly blends the dark and grim tone of necromancy with a splash of vibrant visuals.”
- “The 2D graphics are clean and detailed, allowing you to distinguish between different enemy types and minions at a glance.”
- “Every single graphical detail is clearly lovingly crafted, thematic, and distinct.”
- “A fairly boring and uninspired art style that looks like any flash game from 15 years ago, which could be forgiven with great gameplay or mechanics.”
- “The art style and presentation is very adolescent.”
- “With regards to cons: even though I like the art style, it seems a bit undeveloped - it is very easy to not distinguish between enemies and minions.”
music
36 mentions
67 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its engaging and atmospheric qualities, with many reviewers highlighting the dynamic growth of the soundtrack as gameplay intensifies. While some noted that the limited number of tracks can lead to repetitiveness, the overall consensus is that the music complements the gameplay well and enhances the experience, making it a standout feature for many players.
- “I like the necro-theme, the music is fantastic, and the art is so good!”
- “Building the horde is extremely satisfying, the music is very fun and engaging, and Moriana's personality and voice acting add charm.”
- “Only 1 song for the lobby and 1 for the game, gets repetitive.”
- “The music becomes more intense as things get busier on screen, though it isn't particularly inspiring, and it's just the same loop, but it didn't get annoying while I was playing.”
- “The way the music dynamically grows and adds more instruments as you get further into the game is just *chef's kiss*; it has no right to go so hard.”
story
30 mentions
10 % positive mentions
80 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as simple and straightforward, centering around the character Moriana and her quest for domination, which some players find appealing. However, there are notable gaps in lore and clarity, leading to confusion about the player's role and the overall narrative structure. While the art and concept are appreciated, many reviewers express a desire for a more developed story mode and deeper lore to enhance the experience.
- “As a tall woman that dominates everyone around her, I absolutely adore Moriana and how she goes about her quest to crush the kingdoms under her feet.”
- “Love the art, love the story.”
- “Story-wise, it's simple and clean.”
- “Most games I see like this don't bother with story or anything meaningful.”
- “Confusion about the story - you get thrown into the game - which I like - but then the lich starts addressing the player as her minion that follows her orders - this is confusing because she is there during every run, seemingly commanding this horde, but then who is the player in this story?”
- “You know when you're playing a game, and it puts you in a situation where you can't win to progress the story, and you're supposed to die?”
grinding
28 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, with many noting that while progress can be made, it often feels slow and offers only minimal rewards. The limited upgrade options and lack of map variations contribute to a sense of monotony, leading some to feel that the grind becomes overwhelming as the game progresses. Despite these criticisms, a few players mention that the grind can feel rewarding after a few hours of play.
- “Cons: very grindy for very tiny incremental rewards.”
- “Yes, it's grindy and repetitive.”
- “But gets very grindy as the game progresses with only a limited shop to upgrade and no map variations.”
replayability
20 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find it fun and challenging enough to return to, many express that it currently lacks depth and variety, leading to a sense of having seen everything too quickly. Critics highlight the need for more skills, character options, and interactive gameplay to enhance long-term engagement, especially given its early-access status. Comparatively, other games in the genre offer significantly greater replay value for a similar price.
- “Fun, replayable, and challenging enough to keep you coming back for more.”
- “Endless replayability thanks to various upgrades and strategies.”
- “Again, that's to be expected for early access, but in a genre about endless replayability, it doesn't take long before you get the sense you've seen everything the game has to offer.”
- “You get your $5 worth but there isn't any long-term replayability.”
- “Not giving a bad review, but replayability is basically null without more interactive gameplay.”
humor
12 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, particularly in its witty dialogue, though some players note that the dialogue is limited. Many found specific moments, like the mobile marketing trick, to be particularly hilarious, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “I found it hilarious.”
- “Alright, that trick with the mobile marketing dialogue option closing the game was hilarious.”
- “Very funny and enjoyable game.”
optimization
10 mentions
60 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its surprisingly good performance, especially on lower-end systems, with stability and a lack of bugs noted. However, players have reported significant frame rate drops during late-game scenarios, indicating some inconsistency in performance.
- “Excellent performance overall.”
- “The game performance is quite stable; I have not encountered any bugs so far.”
- “Performance is good for my potato laptop, aside from the 30-minute mark, which makes sense.”
- “The performance seems a little messy given the art, but there's a solid base here.”
emotional
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional response to the gameplay, describing it as an exhilarating experience that evokes feelings of power and domination. The mechanics of the game enhance this sense of control, allowing players to feel like a formidable force within the game world.
- “But what I experienced was an exhilarating conquest of domination that made me feel like the ultimate force of evil!”
atmosphere
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is heavily enhanced by its atmospheric music, which has been consistently praised by users for creating an immersive and engaging experience. The soundscapes effectively complement the game's visuals, contributing to a captivating overall ambiance.
- “The atmospheric music really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The game's atmosphere is beautifully complemented by its haunting soundtrack.”
- “The combination of atmospheric music and visuals creates an immersive environment.”
stability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a stable experience with no significant glitches, although there are occasional issues with minions avoiding battles. This concern has been noted frequently, suggesting that a fix may be forthcoming.
- “I haven't run into any glitches or anything, but sometimes it seems like the minions want to avoid battle. This has been brought up enough, so I'm sure there will be something to fix.”