Beholder

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Beholder is a single player action game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

You work for a dystopian surveillance state and spy on your neighbors

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 838 reviews

story43 positive mentions

stability22 negative mentions

The game features a well-polished and immersive gameplay experience that keeps players engaged for hours.
The storyline is intriguing, with multiple endings and moral choices that add depth to the gameplay.
The art style and atmosphere effectively capture the dystopian theme, enhancing the overall experience.

Many players experience frustrating bugs, including issues with saving progress and unresponsive controls.
The game can be overly challenging, with some players feeling that the difficulty spikes make it hard to progress.
There are complaints about the game crashing frequently, making it unplayable for some users.

story
89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
49%
3%
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging and immersive narrative set in a dystopian world, with players appreciating the depth and moral complexity of their choices. Many reviews highlight the compelling plot, unique gameplay mechanics, and the ability to experience multiple endings based on player decisions, although some users express frustration with bugs and save mechanics that hinder progress. Overall, the storytelling is considered a standout feature, making the game addictive and thought-provoking.
- “This game makes a simple point-and-click game into a poignant story about the difficulty of staying a good person in a dystopian government that demands you to report your tenants and maintain order for the good of your leader.”
- “The story is amazing and lets you choose your own path.”
- “This game's story is super engaging, and gives a glimpse of what it is like trying to survive under the conditions of a truly oppressive government.”
- “I know this game is story-driven, but it's just an idea.”
- “It said I had a choice to do them or not, but if I don't, I just get killed, and it's getting annoying since the story is the same each play.”
- “I love the concept; however, after many plays, it's safe to say there is only one storyline as an ending.”
gameplay
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
31%
10%
The gameplay is widely praised for being fun, immersive, and addictive, with many players losing track of time while engaging with its mechanics and story. While the controls and interactive elements are generally well-received, some users have noted issues with the save system and occasional bugs that disrupt the experience. Overall, the game offers a rich and engaging gameplay loop, complemented by great visuals and meaningful choices that impact the narrative.
- “The gameplay is so fun and immersive that I'm just lost in it for hours on end.”
- “The gameplay is 10/10, the storyline is great, and the graphics are stunning.”
- “Great gameplay and lots of consequences for your actions.”
- “This might be a bit overwhelming, and definitely requires players to start writing down people's names to figure out who's who while also learning the mechanics.”
- “My one issue is that the save mechanic is weird and doesn't work— I even saved it to my Google Play account, but if I left the game, it would have me redo some or all of the story that I've completed depending on how far I got.”
- “A game which I have never seen before; it's an okay game, but the gameplay is not that interesting... but it's still a great game, so 5 stars.”
graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
42%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning art style, detailed visuals, and unique aesthetics that enhance the gameplay experience. However, some users criticize the graphics for being outdated, likening them to basic NES graphics, and express concerns about performance issues such as low framerate and graphic glitches. Overall, while the art style is often highlighted as a strong point, there are calls for improvements and options to adjust graphical settings for better performance.
- “The graphics are awesome, everything is so detailed!”
- “This is a unique game with graphics that match the experience exactly.”
- “Great graphics and storyline, I will be playing this for a long time!”
- “And the graphics they advertised are supposed to be 3D but it's more like basic NES graphics!”
- “Nobody wants to play with graphics that old anymore except maybe little kids.”
- “Sooooo many graphic glitches.”
stability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as issues with saving progress and quest progression. Many players find the game unplayable due to these persistent bugs, despite acknowledging its potential enjoyment. Overall, the stability issues significantly detract from the gaming experience, prompting calls for urgent fixes.
- “Freezes every time I try to get a girlfriend for the doctor, for example. Please fix these bugs so we can all enjoy the game longer.”
- “You pay for it and the game freezes right near the beginning when placing the first two cameras.”
- “I can't even start the game; it freezes every time I try to select 'new game.' I've reset my phone, forced stopped the game, and uninstalled and reinstalled the game... what the heck???”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
Overall, players appreciate the replayability of the game due to its compelling story, diverse choices, and multiple endings, which encourage exploration of different outcomes. However, some users feel that the limited number of endings and recurring options diminish the replay value, with a few noting technical issues that further impact the experience.
- “Really enjoyed playing the main game, and also the blissful sleep game; good replay value in both to see the various stories and endings.”
- “Some stuff is very challenging and might take a few tries to get it right, and the variety of choices gives it great replay value.”
- “A great game with different outcomes that adds a huge replayability factor.”
- “The game was fun, but there really is no replay value since the options are always the same.”
- “Not to mention there is little to no replay value, as there are only three endings and a bug occurs at the end that shows you each one.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its rich, Orwellian and dystopian elements, reminiscent of classic novels like "Fahrenheit 451" and "1984." The combination of dark themes, retro-style graphics, and atmospheric music creates an immersive experience that effectively complements the narrative progression. Overall, players find the atmosphere to be a standout feature that enhances their engagement with the game.
- “This game has such a great atmosphere, and I love how it reminds me of classic dystopian novels such as Fahrenheit 451 and 1984.”
- “The retro-style graphics and atmospheric music enhance the immersive experience.”
- “You're in an Orwellian, Soviet Union-type atmosphere, recruited by the state ministry to spy on people... I like it so far and will provide an update to review at a later date.”
- “The atmosphere is unquestionable though.”
- “The dark atmosphere really complements the story's progression.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Reviews highlight a significant divide in monetization strategies, with many games criticized for excessive microtransactions and ad placements that detract from gameplay. In contrast, some titles are praised for their straightforward purchase model, offering a complete experience without ads or paywalls, leading to a more enjoyable gaming experience. Overall, players express a preference for games that prioritize quality and fair monetization practices.
- “Pay the $5, have a real game - no ads, no microtransactions.”
- “One of the best Android games; the only in-app purchase is for the 'Blissful Sleep' DLC.”
- “Great game! I definitely recommend buying it; no ads, just such a great experience.”
- “Most of them aren't real games; they are microtransaction-ridden garbage designed to suck money out of your wallet and make you watch ads.”
- “An actual thought-out, fun game that is not riddled with ads, paywalls, or the like.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
20%
40%
The game's music has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate its atmospheric quality and retro style, others find it intrusive, as it continues to play after exiting the game. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the game's access to personal files and the overall gameplay experience, which some feel detracts from the enjoyment of the music.
- “The retro-style graphics and atmospheric music enhance the immersive experience.”
- “The game music continues after exiting, which is extremely annoying.”
- “The screen will stop, but the music will still play and the buttons still work.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its entertaining and complex nature, often highlighting a blend of dark humor and lightheartedness. Many find it both funny and thought-provoking, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “I love the art style and sense of humor.”
- “Fun game, pretty interesting and funny ”
- “Great dark humor... but a real eye-opener.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Many users find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, leading some to stop playing altogether due to the repetitive nature of the tasks required.
- “I stopped playing because it became tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and monotonous.”
- “I find the repetitive tasks to be a major turn-off.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
Reviewers praise the character designs for their simplicity and aesthetic appeal, highlighting the impressive character development and mission design as standout features of the game.
- “Stunning character development and mission design.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight the emotional depth of the game, noting the presence of multiple endings and difficult choices that often lead to heart-wrenching outcomes. Despite the challenging decisions and their impactful consequences, many found the experience enjoyable and engaging.
- “There are so many endings and heart-wrenching decisions to reach each one.”
- “Sometimes there were hard decisions between two choices that ended in heartbreaking results, but I still enjoyed the game a lot.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, performing flawlessly compared to the PC version, making it a standout port.
- “Works perfectly compared to the PC version; great port with good optimization.”