Beautiful Mystic Survivors
- October 14, 2022
- Fantasize Games
- 7h median play time
Get on Steam"Beautiful Mystic Survivors" is a roguelike, deck-building survival game set in a mystical world. Fight monsters, collect resources, and craft items to survive and uncover the mysteries of this beautiful yet treacherous land. With procedurally generated levels, each playthrough offers a new challenge for the brave and cunning.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and animations, making it visually appealing.
- Gameplay is addictive and offers a variety of characters and weapon evolutions, providing a satisfying experience.
- The developers are responsive to community feedback and have made improvements based on player suggestions.
- The game suffers from balancing issues, making it difficult to progress without specific upgrades.
- There is a lack of content compared to other games in the genre, leading to a repetitive experience.
- The separation of the NSFW content into a different game has frustrated many players, feeling like a cash grab.
- graphics60 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their high quality and appealing art style, often described as a significant improvement over similar titles like Vampire Survivors. Players appreciate the vibrant visuals, smooth performance, and the game's ability to blend engaging gameplay with attractive graphics, although some note that further polish could enhance the experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing to the game's charm and enjoyment.
“Amazing graphics and VFX, running smooth as butter!”
“The graphics are phenomenal and it's super cheap for how good it is.”
“Great little vampire survivors style game, here with awesome graphics, sound and music.”
“The graphics are like they are taken from a web browser game.”
“Only issue the graphics could be better.”
“Firstly, the visuals are 100% better than Vampire Survivors, easy on the eyes, but I stopped playing it due to how Vampire Survivors looks, way too 'blocky' for my taste.”
- gameplay51 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its unique mechanics, addictive loops, and engaging systems that keep them hooked for hours. While some found the gameplay mediocre or derivative of other titles like "Vampire Survivors," others highlighted its depth, variety, and smooth execution, making it a standout in its genre. Overall, the combination of solid mechanics and appealing graphics contributes to a satisfying gaming experience, despite some criticisms regarding content and complexity.
“Really pleased with the mechanics.”
“Fluid and rewarding gameplay and smooth grind.”
“You'll come in for the fanservice, you'll stay for the gameplay.”
“Not even translated to English (voice)... gameplay is mediocre for this genre.”
“Because there are several games that do the hentai 'vampire survivor' gameplay with the hentai part being the main part of the game and the game itself being pretty boring and non-engaging.”
“Still not a fan of the evolution mechanic some of these games tend to have, like this one.”
- music9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its delightful scores and suitability for each level, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users feel the soundtrack is somewhat generic and could benefit from more variety and better implementation. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, there are suggestions for improvement.
“The musical scores are delightful to listen to!”
“Music is amazing and perfect for each level.”
“Great little vampire survivors style game, here with awesome graphics, sound, and music.”
“Music is not overly bad nor overly good; it needs more tracks and better implementation.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that while the game offers enjoyable mechanics and visuals, the grinding aspect can feel excessively time-consuming, reminiscent of traditional Korean MMOs. However, some find that the grind becomes more rewarding and fun once they unlock key achievements and upgrades, making the experience less tedious over time.
“The game looks good, the sound is good, there's lots to do, but it feels like a damn Korean MMO where you spend a week grinding out one level.”
“Unless you're farming for gold, you might as well not bother with them.”
“The game is now fun to play again and not just a painfully tedious grind.”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is a mixed bag, featuring a minor plot and some character development that attempts to engage players, though it often feels like fanservice and pandering. While the narrative may not be the game's strongest aspect, it offers a balance of difficulty and allows players to follow along without excessive skipping. Overall, it seems to straddle the line between genuine storytelling and self-aware humor within its ecchi anime context.
“The difficulty seems to increase in a balanced fashion, and the anime fan service is a bit on the nose, but at least there's an attempt at giving a minor storyline and some characterization to the classes.”
“If you can overlook the company backstory issues and alternate version issues, then it is great.”
“Instead of having to skip too much like other games, now I can attentively follow the story.”
“Starts off with a story, only has the supposed enemy in one map.”
“I can't tell if the plot is pure fanservice and pandering for profit or if there's some tongue-in-cheek stuff happening with what I expected to be a not great h-like game, especially given that it popped up so quickly.”
“They should have just stuck with no plot and heavily applied the nuances of ecchi anime girl waifu 2D isometric RPG arcade style.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, as players report performance drops even on lower settings and capable hardware, such as a 1080ti and Ryzen 2700x, especially during intense moments with many enemies and effects on screen. Overall, there is a strong need for further optimization to improve gameplay experience.
“The game needs to be optimized a lot more; I can play most games at 1440p and max settings, yet I can't keep up with this game on the lowest settings when the screen is full of enemies and effects.”
“Performance tanks on a 1080 Ti / Ryzen 2700X.”
“There are optimization issues; I wish you could fine-tune when your character attacks. It's pretty swarmy and can be difficult, but you can hide the portraits and basically ignore the HUD elements if you want.”
“The game needs to be optimized a lot more; I can play most games at 1440p and max settings, yet I can't keep up with this game on the lowest settings when the screen is full of enemies and effects.”
“Performance tanks on a 1080 Ti / Ryzen 2700X.”
“Lack of optimization.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a comic book-style intro that blends generic elements with a comedic twist, eliciting grins from players. Reviewers appreciate the potential satire and self-awareness, suggesting that whether it's simple fanservice or a deeper commentary, the humor remains effective and entertaining.
“The comic book-style intro in the beginning made me grin because of how generic yet funny it is!”
“If they're just out to make money on a hot trend with pandering, that's fine (and hilarious). If there's some kind of satire being done here rather than just fanservice, that's fine (and hilarious) too.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, noting that the menu navigation is erratic and buggy, particularly when selecting power-ups. While the game is enjoyable within its genre, these technical problems detract from the overall experience.
“You cannot select certain power-ups in the menu; it jumps diagonally for some, making it totally buggy.”
“It's fun for its genre, but it's very, very buggy.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is enhanced by distinct realms, each featuring unique enemy types and evoking different moods through their environmental landmarks. This diversity contributes to a rich and immersive experience for players.
“The three realms all have unique enemy types and elicit different moods based on the atmosphere and environmental landmarks.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its beautifully crafted world.”
“Each location feels distinct, with the atmosphere perfectly complementing the narrative and gameplay.”
“The three realms all have unique enemy types and elicit different moods based on the atmosphere and environmental landmarks.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
“Despite the varied environments, the overall atmosphere fails to create a sense of tension or excitement.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn criticism for appealing to a niche audience with suggestive content, suggesting that it may cater to specific tastes rather than a broader player base. Some reviews imply that the willingness to spend extra money on such content reflects a controversial demographic.
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, targeting players who are willing to spend excessively on in-game purchases.”
“It's frustrating to see that progress in the game is heavily gated behind paywalls, making it nearly impossible to enjoy without spending money.”
“The constant push for microtransactions detracts from the overall experience, turning what could be a fun game into a money-grabbing scheme.”
