Beglitched
- October 6, 2016
- Hexecutable
Get on SteamBeglitched is a single-player fantasy adventure game with impressive visuals and music. As the new apprentice of the infamous Glitch Witch, you must navigate a pastel-colored network world, hack systems, and survive against various online characters. The game explores themes of insecurity, both in computers and ourselves, making it a unique and thought-provoking experience.
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Reviews
- Beglitched combines match-3 mechanics with minesweeper-style puzzles, creating a unique and engaging gameplay experience.
- The game features charming graphics, a delightful soundtrack, and clever writing that enhances the overall enjoyment.
- It offers a satisfying challenge that encourages players to think strategically and adapt to new mechanics throughout the game.
- The lack of tutorials and vague instructions can lead to confusion, making it difficult for players to grasp the mechanics early on.
- Difficulty spikes, particularly in certain levels, can be frustrating, as failure sends players back to the beginning of the dungeon.
- Some players may find the reliance on RNG in later stages to be overly punishing, detracting from the overall experience.
- gameplay88 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a unique blend of match-3 mechanics and tactical puzzle elements, offering a fresh and engaging experience that evolves with each level. Players appreciate the clever twists and depth, though some find the mechanics occasionally obfuscated, leading to a learning curve. Overall, the game balances challenge and creativity, making it enjoyable and thought-provoking while maintaining a charming aesthetic.
“Gameplay is relaxed enough to not be stressful, clever enough to be a bit challenging.”
“The approach feels fresh and the result clever; it is a very good example of trying to invent something out of existing, traditional game mechanics.”
“The gameplay navigates that beautiful delicate balance of allowing you to set yourself up for success without requiring you to grind.”
“Honestly the only mark down I'd give it is that the mechanics can be a bit obfuscated sometimes.”
“There is no ongoing help when you start to encounter new mechanics.”
“Oh, but the gameplay, yeah it's hard as hell, even at the beginning.”
- graphics44 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and cute pixel art style, evoking a nostalgic 90s computing aesthetic. Players appreciate the vibrant colors and delightful design, which enhance the overall gameplay experience, although some note a lack of internal consistency in the visuals. The game's aesthetic, described as a pastel paradise, is complemented by a lovely soundtrack, making it a visually appealing and enjoyable experience.
“Aesthetic is also 100/10!”
“The graphics are charming, the soundtrack is lovely, and while the game is overall a tad short, it is a wonderful time.”
“It's aesthetically the most pastel paradise I have ever seen in a game, and I love it.”
“Uses a pixel art style that's very cute and meant to evoke 90s computing, but has little internal consistency and doesn't quite capture the feeling.”
“Graphics are clear and mostly understandable, but there's a lot of nice graphical polish all over the place here.”
“At first glance, Beglitched looks like a simple match-3 game with colorful visuals and cutesy sprites, when in fact, it is so much more than that.”
- story38 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story of Beglitched is described as cute and engaging, centered around the mysterious "glitch witch" and her past, which motivates players to uncover her narrative. While the plot is immersive and charming, some players found certain elements too implicit, making it challenging to grasp the story fully until later in the game. Overall, it combines an intriguing backstory with enjoyable gameplay, appealing particularly to fans of story-driven puzzle games.
“Building your concept of the past glitch witch, and her vague present challenges the player in a way, and packs narrative as much as a short story might.”
“This gets you immersed in the story and wonders who the glitch witch is, which motivates you to try and attempt to uncover where the glitch witch is, and why she gave her job to someone else.”
“The story is well incorporated and interesting without being overbearing.”
“Unfortunately, I didn't catch on to the story elements until it was past time to reflect on the first half of the game, so I may go back to clear things up.”
“It looks pretty, has a cutesy story, but is very difficult to play and makes it not fun.”
“The gist of the story is that you have found a laptop that belongs to the glitch witch.”
- music20 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its fun and engaging soundtrack, which complements the overall experience alongside great writing and gameplay. While many players find the soundtrack lovely and fitting, some note that it can become overwhelming during intense moments, leading to a mix of enjoyment and stress. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, enhancing the game's charm and narrative.
“Everything is great about this game: great writing, great gameplay, great soundtrack.”
“I loved the art style and enjoyed the narrative, and the soundtrack is great as well.”
“The graphics are charming, the soundtrack is lovely, and while the game is overall a tad short, it is a wonderful time.”
“The soundtrack doesn't make me want to be contemplative and strategic; it makes me want to match quickly without planning.”
“Battles become stressful at times because of the aforementioned; the music can become grating at these moments (though for the most part it's fitting).”
- humor12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of clever and random, primarily delivered through short text notes that do not detract from gameplay. While the side characters are likable and amusing, they tend to be somewhat forgettable. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the game's charming and engaging atmosphere, making it a delightful experience.
“The humor ranges from clever to a bit random, but it mostly comes in short form text notes, so it doesn't distract or hinder you from the main game much.”
“It's adorable and funny, with a really unique battle system and a super dope world.”
“Love the presentation -- both the unusual 'cyberpink' vibe and the clever/funny dialogue and interactions.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game has been consistently noted for its low replayability, suggesting that players may not find enough incentive to revisit it after completing it. Many reviewers recommend purchasing it on sale, particularly for those who enjoy puzzles.
“Low replayability.”
“Low replayability, so I recommend getting it on sale, but if you like puzzles, play it!”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate that improvement in the game comes from active engagement and skill development rather than repetitive grinding of enemies for experience points. This approach fosters a more enjoyable and rewarding gameplay experience.
“You get better by playing, not by grinding enemies into statistics.”
