Beeny

97%
Game Brain Score Based on 312 reviews
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  • gameplay
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"Beeny" is a single-player platformer game with stunning early 90s prerendered graphics and stunning music. The game features 9 levels with replay value and a few secrets to discover, all while controlling a very round bee. "Beeny" serves as a prelude to the game "Super Kiwi 64."

  • Windows
  • Super Nintendo
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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 312 reviews
music27 positive mentions
  • Beeny is a charming and nostalgic platformer that captures the essence of classic Donkey Kong Country games with its beautiful pre-rendered graphics and catchy soundtrack.
  • The gameplay is simple yet enjoyable, allowing players to complete the game in about 30 minutes while still providing replay value through time trials and unlockable characters.
  • For its low price, Beeny offers a delightful experience that is perfect for casual gaming, making it a great pick for fans of retro-style platformers.
  • The game is extremely short, with many players completing it in under 30 minutes, leading to concerns about its overall depth and replayability.
  • The lack of challenge, as players cannot die and the gameplay can feel repetitive, may leave some looking for a more engaging experience.
  • There are limited options and features, such as no quit option and minimal gameplay mechanics, which may detract from the overall experience for some players.
  • music51 mentions

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many reviewers praising its high quality and nostalgic resemblance to the soundtracks of the Donkey Kong Country series. Described as "top tier" and "fantastic," the soundtrack enhances the overall experience, making the game feel charming and addictive despite its simplicity. Reviewers express a desire for the soundtrack to be available on platforms like Spotify, highlighting its standout role in the game's appeal.

    • “The music is spectacular and the gameplay is weirdly addictive despite its simplicity.”
    • “The soundtrack is fantastic.”
    • “The art direction and music absolutely nails it.”
    • “Seriously, there is absolutely no need for this game to have such a peak soundtrack.”
    • “Sound effects are really subdued here, we mostly hear music, not much in way of sound feedback.”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
  • graphics37 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming, nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of the classic Donkey Kong Country series, featuring well-executed pre-rendered visuals that evoke a strong sense of 16-bit nostalgia. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to capture the essence of the original SNES graphics and atmosphere, making it a delightful experience for fans of retro platformers. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's appeal despite its brevity.

    • “This is probably the most successful attempt I've seen at recreating the Donkey Kong Country prerendered graphics.”
    • “The graphics and music are really, really good and replicate the DKC style perfectly.”
    • “It absolutely nails that SNES Rare aesthetic.”
    • “The graphics have a crushed, pixellated 16-bit look to them, like something on a real SNES.”
    • “I actually quite liked the SNES-like graphics (that seem inspired by the Donkey Kong Country games), and the music is quite nice (although I was constantly hearing a distracting static noise in the background, which was weird).”
    • “For a game that has the pre-rendered aesthetic just like the 90s games made by Rare Studios (Rareware), wooo man!”
  • gameplay22 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its vertical platforming mechanics, offering a balance of challenge and accessibility without the risk of dying or losing levels. Players appreciate the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic titles like Donkey Kong Country, with simple yet addictive mechanics and charming graphics and audio. While the game is relatively short, it includes additional challenges and unlockable content that enhance replayability, making it a worthwhile experience for its modest price.

    • “All the platforming is vertical and you can't die or lose a level; however, the special level mechanics of each stage make it so the game is in the perfect sweet spot of not hard but not too easy.”
    • “The music is spectacular and the gameplay is weirdly addictive despite its simplicity.”
    • “Beeny is cute, but the gameplay is very dry.”
    • “As far as the gameplay, this is a sidescrolling platformer with unique physics and a very basic concept of jumping from platform to platform while progressing vertically instead of horizontally to reach the top of the level and collect honey pieces.”
    • “Gameplay is pretty simple and the first play-through took about 21 minutes and getting (what I think is) 100% took another 14, for a total of 35 minutes, which is fine.”
  • story11 mentions

    The story in "Beeny" is simple yet charming, revolving around a bee helping a friend collect honey to repair a raft, with engaging gameplay mechanics and a nostalgic aesthetic. While the narrative is straightforward, it evokes emotional responses and complements the fun level design, making it a delightful prologue to the larger Kiwi story. Overall, players appreciate the likable characters and the inspiring moral woven into the gameplay experience.

    • “Such an emotional and inspiring story that had me tearing up at points.”
    • “The music is good, the controls are easy, the story is straightforward and the main characters are friendly and likeable.”
    • “Also, the story and the SNES-style graphics and soundtrack were all super charming - I was worried they would carry an otherwise boring game, but they were just the icing on the cake.”
    • “Story: almost no story, you must get to the end to help your friend.”
    • “Beeny, which was released in 2022, is a story of a bee helping collect honey for their friend to repair a raft. The game shows you bouncing up trees to reach a beehive and collect honey; that's pretty much it. It introduces new mechanics like enemies and windy rain, but none of them overstay their welcome.”
    • “The story and the SNES-style graphics and soundtrack were all super charming - I was worried they would carry an otherwise boring game, but they were just the icing on the cake.”
  • replayability8 mentions

    The game offers moderate replayability primarily through its time attack mode and unlockable characters, making it enjoyable for casual play. While it can be completed quickly and is not particularly challenging, the inclusion of speedrunning elements and secrets adds some incentive for players to revisit it. Overall, it provides a fun, short experience that can be replayed without significant commitment.

    • “It's a short, easy game (and I'm not joking, you can't die in this game) with a little bit of replayability thanks to the time attack mode and Toree being playable. I would recommend it.”
    • “It's cheap, like cheaper than a drink, and you can play it forever. A drink will run out, but with all the big games coming out that you know you won't finish, this game is easy and fun to complete in one sitting. Plus, there is a timed mode when you finish, so there's even more replay value.”
    • “Beeny (the game) is very fun and replayable, offering both time trials and Toree from another Siactro game as unlockable options after your first playthrough.”
    • “That aside, €1 or not, it's demo content + promotional content (SK 64 extra (mini) stage) + 1 extra level to speedrun; went to speedrun the special level, but concluded there's no incentive for speedrunning/0 challenge either, so replay value?”
    • “All in all, the game is not very challenging in that regard although a time challenge opens up upon beating the game, providing a bit more of replay value.”
    • “Short and fun game that you play as a very round bee, has charming DKC-esque visuals and some secrets for replayability.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by its cute, retro aesthetic, enhanced by pre-rendered graphics reminiscent of classic titles like Donkey Kong Country. Players appreciate how the music complements the overall vibe, creating an engaging and nostalgic experience, particularly highlighted in specific missions.

    • “It has pre-rendered graphics like DKC, and the atmosphere of the levels is cute!”
    • “Even the music enhances the atmosphere very nicely.”
    • “The third-to-last mission is my favorite; the atmosphere is so cool.”
    • “Just a cheap experience with retro atmosphere.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized as light-hearted and amusing, with players finding the concept of a "funny little bee" to be charming. While the game is described as simple and short, it still manages to deliver a delightful comedic experience.

    • “Funny little bee.”
    • “Good short vertical platformer with a funny bee.”
    • “Not much to it, but still a funny little game.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The game is praised for its deeply emotional and inspiring narrative, evoking strong feelings that can lead to tears of joy for players.

    • “Such an emotional and inspiring story that had me tearing up at points.”
    • “Made me cry from joy.”
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