BEKKOUAME

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BEKKOUAME is a single player action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by Mt.Bamboo Village and was released on April 11, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

A short, 2-4 hour, free-to-play Horror game.

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Single-Player

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful pixel art and a captivating art style that enhances the overall experience.
Despite language barriers, players have found the gameplay enjoyable and easy to navigate, with a unique horror element.
It's a free game that offers a short but engaging experience, with achievements and multiple difficulty levels for added replayability.

The game suffers from low-quality RPG Maker assets, leading to a lack of depth and originality in gameplay.
There is no English translation, making it difficult for non-Chinese speakers to fully understand the story and mechanics.
The gameplay can be clunky and slow, which may detract from the overall enjoyment for some players.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is set in an alternative reality where the protagonist confronts the true evil of those she perceives as mean, creating a compelling ghost narrative that is visually engaging. While some players find the plot difficult to fully grasp, the art and emotional cues help convey the basic storyline, which revolves around family dynamics and personal challenges. Overall, the narrative adds an intriguing layer to the gameplay, despite its clunky execution.
- “The gameplay, although clunky and slow (think of it as added difficulty), is fun to see where the story takes you!”
- “Some aspects of the plot are easy to understand, like the fact that the main protagonist ends up in an alternative reality where the people she thinks are mean to her are truly evil.”
- “It's a visually appealing game, and although I can't fully grasp the story, you can get a basic understanding of the ghost story thanks to the art and emotes.”
- “Though I don't quite understand the story, another user pointed out to me that 'bekkouame' is about a girl who works with her parents, her older brother, a pair of twins, and a few unimportant workers.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game showcase a beautiful art style, particularly in the pixel art and cutscenes, which are well-executed. However, the limitations of the RPG Maker engine result in poor fullscreen performance and a lack of HD support, which may disappoint dedicated modern PC gamers.
- “The art style is really beautiful, both for the pixel art and for the drawings during the cutscenes.”
- “The visuals are very well done.”
- “As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
gameplay
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it for low-quality graphics and repetitive mechanics typical of RPG Maker titles, while others express excitement for the horror elements and appreciate the sprite art and overall style.
- “I've finished the intro translation now, but I'm looking forward to the horror gameplay soon! I just adore the sprites and the game style so far!”
- “Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low quality, copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its beautiful incorporation of Chinese traditions, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players noted that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the soundtrack is well-received and adds to the game's atmosphere.
- “The music is really nice too, based on Chinese traditions, but after a bit it can become repetitive.”
- “I also loved the soundtrack the developers chose for this game.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
- “The sound effects are poorly mixed, often drowning out the music and making it hard to enjoy.”
- “The soundtrack feels generic and uninspired, failing to enhance the overall gaming experience.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character designs for their beauty and express a desire for more depth, while noting that the levels, despite being short, are intricately detailed. Overall, the character development is visually appealing but may lack depth in narrative exploration.
- “The character designs look wonderful, and I want to see more of them. The levels, though short, are presented in great detail.”
- “The depth of character development is impressive, allowing players to form a strong emotional connection with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”