BEEP
- May 6, 2011
- Big Fat Alien
- 5h median play time
There's some nice, quirky puzzles here, but ultimately very little else.
Get on Steam"BEEP" is a comedic single-player platformer game with perfect mechanics, splendid visuals, and compelling music. Players explore a hazardous galaxy using a gravity gun to solve puzzles and defeat enemies, making it a must-buy for platformer fans, despite some bugs. As Digital Entanglement notes, the anti-gravity gun makes for an authentic and unique gameplay experience.
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Reviews
- Charming graphics and sound design that evoke nostalgia for classic platformers.
- Engaging gameplay with a mix of physics-based puzzles and platforming challenges.
- Great value for the price, especially when on sale, making it accessible for casual gamers.
- Controls can feel unresponsive and awkward, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- Lack of options for resolution and audio settings, which can hinder the experience.
- Some levels can become repetitive and lack depth, making the game feel less engaging over time.
- gameplay163 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Beep" is characterized by its fun and casual platforming mechanics, featuring a mix of physics-based puzzles and unique elements like a gravity gun. While many players appreciate the straightforward and enjoyable nature of the gameplay, some criticize it for being repetitive and lacking polish, with occasional glitches and control issues. Overall, it offers a solid experience for fans of platformers, especially those looking for a light-hearted and accessible game.
“The sheer fun of 'beep' lies in its ability to captivate players with its straightforward gameplay and endearing aesthetics.”
“The gameplay has a lot of variety and the pace is quite casual.”
“Physics and controls are tuned to perfection, simple yet enjoyable puzzles make for some standout gameplay, with some notable sound design and music.”
“The gameplay is fairly shallow and repetitive; after the first 30 minutes, you've experienced basically everything in the gameplay loop.”
“There are glitches everywhere, graphical errors, abnormal difficulty curves, and worst of all: mediocre gameplay.”
“The thing is, I don't want to work around the faulty game mechanics just to beat this game.”
- graphics129 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game "Beep" are generally described as simple and cartoonish, appealing to a younger audience with a cute art style, though they are often criticized for being basic and reminiscent of flash games. While some players appreciate the vibrant colors and charming aesthetics, many report graphical glitches and inconsistencies that detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the graphics are considered adequate for the gameplay, with some reviewers finding them endearing and fitting for the game's casual nature.
“The art style is stunning.”
“The graphics are vibrant and the music is quite good.”
“The art style, which was said in other reviews, isn't consistent, but it has decent looking 3D orbs that you collect every level to unlock new ones.”
“The only major issue is that there are a variety of graphical issues and general bugs that can worsen the experience, yet it does not completely ruin the game.”
“The puzzles are nothing special, the graphics are very simple (and not particularly good) and the sound effects are often downright annoying.”
“Utter confusion, odd/cheap looking graphics, and an overall rushed feel put down some rather great ideas.”
- music82 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance the gameplay experience. While some find the soundtrack catchy and fitting, others note that it can become repetitive or forgettable over time. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing positively to its charm and enjoyment.
“Great music as well, amazing combination with the gameplay.”
“Lovely art, along with an excellent and fitting soundtrack, make this a gem of a game.”
“The music is great, not too loud, different tracks for every world you visit and they fit really well.”
“Music is okay, but the lack of resolution or gameplay options is a bummer.”
“The music is above average, but it doesn't seem to be able to be turned off.”
“The music is not very memorable and becomes repetitive after the first two missions.”
- story55 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally perceived as weak or nearly non-existent, with many players noting that it serves merely as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a central focus. While some appreciate the simple narrative and find it charming, others criticize it for being bland and lacking depth, suggesting that the game is more about casual puzzle-solving than storytelling. Overall, the narrative aspect is often seen as a minor element, with players prioritizing gameplay mechanics over a compelling plot.
“The complex and emotional story had me in awe.”
“I would recommend it to anyone who loves a good puzzle game, with an intriguing storyline.”
“Beep is a fun game including simple and more advanced puzzles, a cute story, cute world, cute characters, cute cute cute etc.. the price is also very nice (1$ or so); everyone can afford it.”
“What I cherish most is story; this game has none.”
“The story is pointless, the mechanics are boring, the gameplay is too simple, and the art is bad.”
“The story was not a story, just mere reasons on why you had to go out and control the bots.”
- humor25 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this indie-platforming puzzle game is consistently praised, with players finding it both amusing and entertaining, often leading to laughter during gameplay. The quirky physics and absurd scenarios contribute to its charm, making it a delightful experience for those looking for lighthearted fun. Overall, the game is seen as a humorous escape, perfect for casual play.
“It's also funny to me how the ship comes to an abrupt stop when you stop clicking a direction for it to fly to (unrealistic, but in a game where Wall-E's cousin has a better job than him, it doesn't matter).”
“You can swing enemies back and forth hilariously with it.”
“It's the kind of game you can make your own humor with.”
- stability18 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The game's stability is generally described as inconsistent, with numerous users reporting various graphical glitches and bugs that can disrupt gameplay, such as freezing during loading and resolution issues. While some players find these glitches to add a quirky charm and even assist in gameplay, others feel they detract significantly from the overall experience. Overall, the game could benefit from additional polish to address these stability concerns.
“Very fun, visually aesthetic, and pretty much bug-free.”
“Tried several times but it always freezes when loading.”
“There are glitches everywhere, graphical errors, abnormal difficulty curves, and worst of all: mediocre gameplay.”
“I do not recommend this game because it glitches your mouse a lot!”
- optimization11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including sudden frame drops and a lack of graphical options. While some users experienced smooth gameplay, others noted that the game struggles on modern hardware, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, optimization appears to be a major concern that impacts the game's potential.
“The game runs smoothly and probably has the worst storyline in history (still better than Twilight).”
“Best optimization 2012.”
“Performance: 10/10 (no problems at all).”
“The game is clearly not optimized to handle this.”
“Poorly optimized side scroller.”
“There are basically zero options provided to the player as far as graphics are concerned, and the game engine seems to have serious problems with frame drops and performance on a modern computer.”
- grinding10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and frustrating, with players noting that the lengthy puzzles and specific movements required to progress become monotonous quickly. Many reviewers highlight that the gameplay lacks compelling elements to keep players engaged, often leading to a sense of annoyance rather than enjoyment. While some levels challenge players to think creatively, the overall experience is marred by repetitive mechanics and a lack of incentive to continue playing.
“It takes forever to get half of the nuggets because you have to do very specific, tedious movements and magnesis tricks, and it gets old fast.”
“Tedious is one word you'll see me use a lot during this review, because that's a word that heavily describes this game.”
“The gameplay is fairly tedious and doesn't really incentivize someone to keep playing.”
- atmosphere7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the robot-themed soundtrack and ominous music that enhance the experience, while others criticize the childish feel and lack of cohesion. Despite its flaws, the ambiance is noted as surprisingly competent for a title in a saturated market, though it may evoke a first-time game vibe. Overall, the atmosphere contributes positively but is hindered by inconsistent elements.
“The world, ominous music, come together nicely to give good atmosphere.”
“Also, the robot-themed soundtrack is atmospheric enough to make you forget about all of these problems until you encounter them again.”
“Infinite lives and fairly placed checkpoints were quite welcome, while it does have the atmosphere of a first-time game, and while it came out a few years ago, it's a surprisingly competent one, especially given what Steam is saturated with nowadays.”
“This game is marketed as a hardcore platformer, but in reality it has poor, unresponsive controls and a childish atmosphere.”
“While it came out a few years ago, it has the atmosphere of a first-time game, and the flash game aesthetic doesn't help.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it highly replayable due to its charm and the unique experiences offered by glitches, others note its short length as a limiting factor.
“Replay value - 5”
“Very replayable.”
“The game is quite short, but the glitches add to the goofy charm and provide new ways to finish, enhancing its replay value.”
“The game is quite short with little replay value.”
“Very buggy at times, but only adds to the goofy charm; however, the glitches don't significantly enhance replay value.”
“Replay value is minimal.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a complex and emotionally engaging story that evokes a range of feelings, from awe to self-reflection, as players navigate through diverse puzzles that challenge their intellect in unique ways.
“The complex and emotional story had me in awe.”
“Some made me feel stupid, whereas some made me feel like a genius in the making, but no two puzzles were the same.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development is criticized for lacking depth, with users noting that character design is virtually absent, leading to a disconnect between players and the characters.
“Character design is nonexistent.”
“The characters lack depth and fail to evolve throughout the game.”
“There is little to no backstory provided for the characters, making it hard to connect with them.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is widely criticized as being a blatant cash grab, indicating that players feel the game prioritizes profit over player experience.
“The monetization feels like an obvious cash grab.”
“It's frustrating how much they push for in-game purchases.”
“The game is riddled with paywalls that ruin the experience.”
