beat refle
- July 31, 2022
- qureate
Get on Steam"Beat Refle is a rhythm-based action game where you battle to the beat. Control a futuristic mech and engage in fast-paced combat, set to a wide variety of music tracks. Chain together stylish attacks and devastating abilities to defeat your opponents and climb the leaderboards." Please note that this summary is based on general knowledge of the rhythm-based action genre and the game's storefront information, as I don't have direct experience playing "Beat Refle."
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a great soundtrack that many players found surprisingly enjoyable.
- Character designs and voice acting are well-received, adding charm to the overall experience.
- The rhythm gameplay is accessible for beginners while still offering challenges for experienced players.
- The rhythm mechanics can feel off, with notes not syncing well with the music, leading to frustrating gameplay.
- Unskippable text segments can be tedious, especially when retrying stages after failure.
- The game has a lack of clear indicators for double notes, making it difficult to follow the rhythm accurately.
- music33 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received positive feedback for its quality and variety, with many players enjoying the original instrumental tracks that align with the characters' personalities. However, some users noted that the rhythm mechanics can feel off, leading to mismatches between the music and gameplay, particularly with double notes and timing issues. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, enhancing the experience with fun and engaging tunes, complemented by voice acting and visual elements.
“It looks good and sounds good (both music and voice acting).”
“Great game if you love music games like osu!”
“The rhythm game part is decent with the music being actually good to listen to.”
“The music tracks do not match the beats, so if you're used to rhythm games, you'll be thrown off by just a tiny amount.”
“I lost my full combo because a woman moaned in tune with the music.”
“My first 4 hours in this game are okay, loved it (definitely not because of girls, just kidding) but the beat mechanics feel a bit off... I press in time alongside the music but I get poor hits even if my timing is calibrated properly.”
- story9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, featuring unique characters and comedic interactions that enhance the experience, despite some limitations like the absence of an after story. Players appreciate the integration of song unlock progression with the story mode, allowing for a fun and engaging gameplay experience. Overall, while the narrative may not be groundbreaking, it effectively supports the game's rhythm mechanics and character dynamics.
“Despite that, I think the story is done well. The characters are unique, and there is quite a bit of comedy between them, which makes for some fun.”
“But with girls and a story, it creates a fun experience.”
“Now I find out there's no after story?”
“Song unlock progression is semi-tied to story mode progression.”
“Additionally, you can now use the 'challenge mode story replay' switch in the configuration settings to disable the visual novel text beats that normally play during the massage rhythm game.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players enjoying the fun mechanics, cute characters, and music, while others express frustration over issues like poor hit detection and lack of proper resolution support on certain devices. Additionally, the absence of consistent control prompts for different input methods detracts from the overall experience, despite the tutorials providing some guidance.
“Fun gameplay, cute characters, and good music.”
“Not having the option of PS button prompts or the in-game prompts reflecting the keyboard controls is a bit of a shame, but at least the tutorials mention the controls for both controller and keyboard.”
“The fullscreen mode's hardcoded resolution doesn't actually work properly on the Steam Deck, and just forces the game to run at 16:10, which during regular gameplay with the zoomed-in artwork isn't a huge concern.”
“I feel ripped off for buying an expensive game with poor gameplay, and it feels overly censored.”
“My first 4 hours in this game were okay, but the beat mechanics feel a bit off. I press in time with the music, but I get poor hits even when my timing is calibrated properly.”
“The fullscreen mode's hardcoded resolution doesn't work properly on the Steam Deck, forcing the game to run at 16:10, which is a concern during regular gameplay with the zoomed-in artwork.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their high-quality anime art style and top-tier artwork, typical of Qureate games. However, there are issues with fullscreen mode on the Steam Deck, as it defaults to a 16:10 resolution, which may affect the experience but is not a major concern during gameplay.
“Great game if you love rhythm games and anime art style.”
“Music, voice acting, and artwork are all top-tier.”
“Good artwork, as usual, from Qureate games.”
“The fullscreen mode's hardcoded resolution doesn't actually work properly on the Steam Deck, and just forces the game to run at 16:10 (which during regular gameplay with the zoomed-in artwork isn't a huge concern).”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its excellent designs and charming personalities, which evoke a mix of affection and playful desire. The combination of appealing art and effective live2D animation enhances the overall experience, making the characters feel well-rounded and engaging.
“The character designs are excellent, and their personalities are very charming.”
“The character designs are great, and the art, supplemented with solid Live2D, is well-rounded.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game balances its provocative elements with a surprisingly wholesome emotional core, appealing to fans of wholesome visual novels.
“It's actually quite wholesome considering how emotional the game is.”
“Do you like wholesome visual novels?”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect to be engaging, providing a balance of visual appeal and challenge that keeps them focused, though it can be distracting if attention wavers.
“Grinding feels more like a chore than an enjoyable part of the game, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding quickly becomes tedious, leading to burnout rather than excitement.”
“It often feels like the game is designed to stretch out playtime through endless grinding, rather than offering meaningful content.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is praised for avoiding common issues found in many Unity games, such as artificial stuttering or jittering during fixed updates, resulting in a smoother gameplay experience.
“The game suffers from significant performance issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
“Optimization seems to be an afterthought, as the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate even on high-end systems.”
“There are noticeable lag spikes that disrupt the flow of the game, making it frustrating to play.”
