Beekyr Reloaded

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Beekyr Reloaded is a single player and multiplayer arcade shooter game. It was developed by KaleidoGames and was released on November 14, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

"Beekyr Reloaded" is a challenging shoot 'em up game with stunning pixel art graphics. You play as Beekyr, a brave bee on a mission to save his hive from an alien invasion. The game features fast-paced action, numerous enemies and boss battles, and a variety of upgrades to customized your ship. With its old-school charm and modern touches, "Beekyr Reloaded" is a must-play for shoot 'em up fans.

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graphics16 positive mentions

The game features a unique insect theme that sets it apart from typical space shooters, providing a fun and whimsical experience.
Graphics and music are highly praised, with many reviewers noting the beautiful hand-drawn art style and catchy soundtracks that enhance the gameplay.
The gameplay is addictive with a good learning curve, offering various difficulty settings and a solid upgrade system that allows players to recover from deaths more easily.

The game suffers from stability issues, including frequent crashes and performance problems, particularly on certain systems, which can disrupt the gaming experience.
Many players find the level design frustrating, particularly due to invisible walls and confusing terrain that can lead to unfair deaths.
The lack of continues and the inability to save progress after dying can be discouraging, especially for players who struggle with the game's high difficulty.

graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their impressive quality, solid animations, and charming hand-drawn art style, evoking a nostalgic retro arcade feel. While some players experienced performance issues and difficulties distinguishing between foreground and background elements, the overall presentation, including the graphics and music, has been described as lovely and fitting for the game's theme. Many reviewers express excitement for future developments from the developer, highlighting the game's visual appeal as a standout feature.
- “The graphics, the weapons, the enemies, the concepts - all very nicely done and I look forward to seeing more from this developer.”
- “It looks very lovely to look at with its hand-drawn art style graphics, which for me I did not encounter any bugs in the game, apart from the ones actually in the game!”
- “The graphics as I said fit the game perfectly and the music is amazing with catchy memorable tunes, which sound very much like prog rock to me on certain stages.”
- “I did have some issues with differentiating foreground/background graphics and some minor issues, but overall it's a solid shmup.”
- “Ok, so I go to the options screen, go to graphic settings and turn off high detail, particle effects, etc. Restart the game again, and I get a little further into the first stage and when I least expect it, I get the game running slow message again.”
- “All graphic settings are set to the lowest settings, so this time I close any extra windows and programs running in the background and restart the game again.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its incredible quality, catchy and memorable tunes, often likened to prog rock. Reviewers appreciate how well the music complements the gameplay and graphics, enhancing the overall experience. The combination of stunning visuals and exceptional sound design contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The music and sound is incredible.”
- “The graphics fit the game perfectly and the music is amazing with catchy, memorable tunes that sound very much like prog rock on certain stages.”
- “I love the art style, music, and theme to bits!”
gameplay
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The gameplay is generally praised for its strong thematic consistency and arcade style, reminiscent of classic titles like Insector-X and Kolibri. However, performance issues, particularly slowdowns and interruptions, significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “Gameplay and music are on point.”
- “The game has a strong theme and sticks to it, which influences the gameplay significantly.”
- “The gameplay and premise reminded me of Insector-X and Kolibri, so I hit that purchase button right away.”
- “There's absolutely no way to enjoy the game if 'game running slow' messages keep popping up and interrupting gameplay.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is generally good, with most players reporting that glitches are rare and the experience is well polished. However, some users have noted that occasional issues may still arise for others.
- “Everything is well polished and there are no glitches in sight, although some players may encounter the occasional issue.”
- “Everything is well polished and there are no glitches in sight, although some players may encounter the occasional issue.”
- “There are a few glitches in this game, but luckily, they are fairly rare.”
- “Everything, as I said, is well polished and no glitches in sight, but that's not to say other people may encounter the odd issues.”
replayability
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The game boasts exceptional replayability, with addictive gameplay and numerous stage combinations to explore. Players can also unlock a variety of characters, enhancing the overall experience and encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “The gameplay is addicting and has the best replay value I've seen in a long time.”
- “There are lots of combinations to play through the stages, as mentioned in the description of the game, plus more playable characters to unlock, which I can't wait to discover.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a minimalistic approach to storytelling, focusing primarily on gameplay rather than a lengthy narrative, which some players appreciate as it allows for an engaging shoot 'em up experience without distractions.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its immersive atmosphere, particularly in the context of a side-scrolling shoot 'em up, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “A great atmospheric side-scrolling shmup.”
- “The atmosphere is immersive and captivating, drawing you into the game world.”
- “The game's ambiance perfectly complements the gameplay, creating a unique experience.”