Beastiarium

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Beastiarium is a single player action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by Fazan and was released on December 5, 2016. It received negative reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

"Beastiarium is a Horror Action game set in a single-player underground world, taking place in Petersburg of the early 20th century. One hundred years after the monsters' invasion, survivors were forced to move underground and build a new world, full of secrets and unique monster species. With only 2 hours to beat, plunge into this plot-driven quest with action-horror elements and uncover the truth behind the monsters' infiltration."

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55%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

story6 negative mentions

The game features nice level design and a decent soundtrack that enhances the experience.
Some players found the atmosphere engaging and appreciated the variety in gameplay, despite its short length.
The graphics are visually appealing, and there are moments of creativity in puzzle design that some players enjoyed.

The game is very short, lasting only 1 to 2 hours, which many players felt did not justify the price.
There are significant issues with voice acting and dialogue quality, which detracted from the overall experience.
The gameplay is often described as confusing and linear, with simplistic puzzles that lack depth and a compelling story.

story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
68%
21%
The game's story is widely criticized for being non-existent, linear, and poorly executed, with players noting a lack of depth, side quests, and engaging narratives. The voice acting is described as terrible, detracting from any potential immersion, and the overall experience feels empty and devoid of purpose. Despite promises of a complex plot, the actual storytelling is vague and fails to deliver any meaningful content, leaving players disappointed.
- “Another analogy is watching Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings, a complex winding story having its own universe and mythos, but coming in to a random part and just watching a bit until some climax.”
- “The story is kept deliberately vague.”
- “Very good story!”
- “There are no secrets, no sidequests, no story, and the entirety of the game is as linear as a game can be.”
- “In-game, there are only a handful of narratives, none of which amount to much from a storytelling aspect.”
- “All of the puzzle elements found in this game have been done to the point of exhaustion in other titles, and given the lack of story, or any real presentation that conveys a sense of purpose, the overall experience here just feels empty and void.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their beauty and optimization, creating visually appealing environments that enhance the overall experience. However, while the visuals are a highlight, many reviewers feel that the game lacks depth in other areas, making the graphics the standout feature rather than a well-rounded experience.
- “Nice puzzles, nice graphics!”
- “The game is all about graphics and environments, and there are a couple of good songs.”
- “Graphics look awesome, music is cool.”
- “The only things that Beastiarium has going for it are some pretty graphics and good optimization; sadly, the rest is a complete write-off.”
- “The game, while not the best in terms of graphics, is still quite pretty and mysterious.”
- “The game is all about graphics and environments, and there are only a couple of good songs.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's atmosphere; while some players appreciate the engaging and charming atmosphere enhanced by a background narrator and cute monsters, others criticize the lack of horror elements and misleading marketing claims regarding the game's ambiance. Overall, the atmosphere seems to resonate well with those who enjoy a whimsical and narrative-driven experience, despite some dissatisfaction from players expecting a more intense or immersive environment.
- “The atmosphere was great.”
- “I really enjoy the atmosphere.”
- “So if you like an interesting atmosphere with a background narrator and cute monsters - yes!”
- “There are no horror elements, there is barely any atmosphere, and part of the store page can be misleading; it proclaims that it has a 'combination of plot-driven quest and action-horror' and 'seamless game world with sandbox elements'.”
- “There are no horror elements, there is barely any atmosphere, and part of the store page can be misleading; it proclaims that it has a 'combination of plot-driven quest and action-horror' and 'seamless game world with sandbox elements'.”
- “I really like the atmosphere.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is frequently praised, often described as enjoyable and even more appealing than the gameplay itself. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature that complements the game's setting and graphics effectively. Overall, the original soundtrack (OST) is considered decent and enhances the overall experience.
- “The music was more enjoyable than the game itself.”
- “Music and setting are awesome!”
- “Graphics look awesome, music is cool.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay of Beastiarium is criticized for being simplistic and uninspired, with puzzles that feel drab and annoying. Many users feel that the game does not justify its price, offering only 1 to 2 hours of confusing gameplay that relies heavily on premade assets. Overall, it appears to be a decent concept that fails to deliver a satisfying experience.
- “Not worth 15 dollars for the 1 to 2 hours of gameplay you'll get out of it.”
- “From a gameplay perspective, Beastiarium comes across as both drab and annoying due to its simplistic and uninspired puzzles.”
- “A decent idea that quickly turns into a mess of confusing gameplay and premade assets.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs and crashes, particularly during critical moments in the last chapter. While the experience is intriguing, the glitches detract from overall gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
- “It's a short, buggy, senseless experience of walking around with weird creatures roaming and killing you once in a while.”
- “Pretty interesting game, though there are a few glitches I ran into on the last chapter where my game crashed when I was killed by the dude.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted to be minimal, but a memorable moment occurred when the game crashed during an explosion, which users found amusing.
- “It was very short, and it crashed once, which was funny because it happened while an explosion went off in the game.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers highlight that "Beastiarium" features good optimization, which enhances the overall performance of the game, despite criticism of other aspects. The game's graphics are also noted positively, but they are overshadowed by the lack of quality in other areas.