Beat The Machine: Rebooted
- July 14, 2020
- Sanguine Studios
Get on SteamBeat the Machine: Rebooted is a top down retro arcade shooter where you must defeat the virus T.O.M (Totally Overpowered Machine) that is invading Sector VIII. Play as Damon, the cocky cadet, willing to aid Sector VIII from total destruction. Guided by Logan, Syncopia and Pete, natives of Sector VIII, traverse across 25 levels corrupted by T.O.M’s virus brigade. Story:
Mac OS
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a fun and diverse range of modes, including story, rogue, survivor, and gauntlet, providing players with plenty of options to enjoy.
- The skill tree offers a high level of customization and creativity, allowing players to experiment with different builds and strategies.
- The graphics and sound design are well-executed, enhancing the overall experience and making the game visually appealing and immersive.
- Some players find the game to be relatively easy, which may not provide enough challenge for more experienced gamers.
- There are issues with menu navigation and HUD clarity, which can lead to frustration during gameplay.
- The presence of respawning enemies can make levels feel more difficult and claustrophobic, potentially detracting from the enjoyment for some players.
- story12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as a blend of serious and whimsical elements, providing a comfortable progression for players, particularly in the story mode. While some users feel the game lacks a deep narrative, others praise it as an engaging experience reminiscent of classic arcade games, with a strong emphasis on gameplay. Overall, the story mode is recommended for those looking to learn the game, while the roguelike mode offers a diverse and challenging alternative.
“I think the design and sound make a really great way to show the story behind the game.”
“I love the feeling of an old-style arcade game it gives, and the gameplay is 10/10. I have not finished the game, but so far the story is 10/10.”
“The story is somewhere between serious and whimsical.”
“This game has no story.”
“It's like playing Temple Run for the story.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their clean visuals, vibrant neon colors, and unique wireframe style, complemented by solid gameplay and voice acting. However, some users feel that graphics are not a significant factor in the overall experience of the game.
“Good visuals, good voice acting, and solid gameplay.”
“Graphically, we've got the neon colors, wireframe style graphics, and sparkly explosions.”
“The graphics are clean and it runs well.”
“Graphically we've got the neon colors, wireframe style graphics, and sparkly explosions.”
“🔲 graphics don't matter in this game”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players find it enjoyable and worth pausing to listen to, others feel that certain tracks can become repetitive and irritating, especially during challenging levels. Overall, the soundtrack is generally considered simple and not overly distracting, though it may frustrate players during prolonged gameplay sessions.
“I have stalled in levels to listen to the soundtrack, I won't lie.”
“The music is right up my alley.”
“The sound design is good; the music is alright and since it's on the simpler side, it doesn't get annoying.”
“My least favorite part is assembly circuit; after dying the 20th time in a session, the music drives me nuts. The map drives me nuts, and the enemies drive me nuts.”
“The sound design is alright, but the music is on the simpler side, which prevents it from becoming annoying.”
“I have stalled in levels to listen to the soundtrack; I won't lie.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its balanced difficulty and fair mechanics, making encounters enjoyable rather than frustrating. Players appreciate the incredible level design and engaging game mechanics, along with the developers' responsiveness to bug reports, enhancing the overall experience. There is also a desire for additional content, such as more character skins and features.
“The enemies are all appropriately difficult and have fair mechanics that aren't annoying to face.”
“Incredible level design, fun game mechanics, and dedicated game designers who respond to bug reports promptly and fix them within the next patch!”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be infinitely replayable, largely due to its diverse skill tree that offers a variety of gameplay options and strategies. This variety encourages multiple playthroughs, enhancing the overall experience.
“Infinitely replayable.”
“This game offers endless opportunities for replayability.”
“The skill tree brings such a variety and replayability to the game.”
“I found the game enjoyable, but once I completed it, there was little incentive to play again.”
“After finishing the main storyline, I felt no urge to replay it due to the lack of meaningful choices.”
