Bellatia
- May 6, 2020
- Ganitani
Get on Steam"Bellatia" is a hack 'n' slash ARPG set in the land of Aslan, where warriors fight over the ultimate godly weapon, the "Bellatia". The dark wizard Khadal plans to take over the world using the powers of past heroes, but great wizard Arkreign thwarts him by locking the powers in Bellastones and scattering them. Now, warriors are divided into those seeking to free the Bellatia souls and those wanting the power for themselves, with some turning evil from the attempt.
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a variety of systems including crafting, item upgrading, and unique battle modes that keep players engaged.
- The anime-style graphics are colorful and appealing, reminiscent of classic games, and the music is pleasant without being annoying.
- Recent patches have improved some control issues, making the game more playable and showing that the developers are responsive to feedback.
- The controls are clunky and unresponsive, particularly the jumping mechanics, which significantly detracts from the gameplay experience.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs, including crashes and inventory issues, leading to frustration and loss of progress.
- The tutorial is poorly designed and fails to adequately explain game mechanics, leaving players confused and dissatisfied.
- graphics10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a colorful and cute anime style, though many reviewers note that they appear somewhat dated, reminiscent of early 2000s titles. While the visuals are generally appealing, there are concerns about reused assets from other games, leading to a lack of originality. Additionally, some players have reported issues with blurriness and non-HD quality in certain graphics.
“Bellatia seems to be a solid grindfest: neat anime graphics, weapons with different elemental damage, visualized loot (weapons + armor), redoing bosses over and over again, time trials, achievements, crafting, collecting different characters, and some 3D jump-n-run stuff.”
“Graphics/story: the anime style is cute, even though the graphics are a bit dated.”
“I liked the graphics, very colorful and anime-like, but it kind of reminds me of the graphics you'd see in old PS2 or MMO games from the early 2000s, maybe something like Flyff or the PS2's Secret of Mana.”
“Besides, there are some other flaws, like problems with the inventory in savegames, reused graphic assets, and privacy matters.”
“The game is using graphic assets from an MMO called 'Iris Online', so be careful if you get annoyed by reused assets and have played that game.”
“I found that some of the graphics were not HD and looked quite blurry at times.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story in the game is initially lacking depth, with a non-existent character backstory at the start, but it does develop as players progress. While the narrative is conveyed through drawings and text without voice synchronization, it is considered acceptable by some players. The anime-style graphics are charming, though somewhat dated, and the game offers opportunities to advance the story alongside other gameplay elements.
“The anime style is cute, even though the graphics are a bit dated.”
“Yes, there is a story, and it started off quite well.”
“Story sequences are told with drawings and text, which I find acceptable.”
“The combat is clunky, the camera is abysmal, and the story for the character is non-existent at the start.”
“Story - yes, there is one, and it started not that bad.”
“Story sequences are told with drawings and text, no synchronization, which is okay for me.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as pleasant and enjoyable initially, but it may become repetitive over time, leading players to prefer their own music after a short period.
“The music is very pleasant; it's something I feel you would probably enjoy for an hour or two.”
“The sound effects complement the gameplay beautifully, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack is engaging and adds a lot of depth to the game.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
“The sound effects are poorly designed and often clash with the music, creating a jarring experience.”
“The soundtrack feels generic and uninspired, failing to enhance the overall atmosphere of the game.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is primarily optimized for controller users, leading to a less favorable experience for those using mouse and keyboard setups.
“The game is clearly more optimized for controller users than for mouse and keyboard.”
“The optimization allows for smoother gameplay and better performance across various hardware setups.”
“I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the game to run efficiently on lower-end systems.”
“It's obviously more optimized for controller users than mouse/keyboard.”
“The game suffers from significant performance issues, making it frustrating to play.”
“I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the overall experience.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is likened to that of free-to-play cash grab MMOs, featuring premium currency and pay-to-win elements, yet it is complemented by appealing graphics and solid mechanics.
“The gameplay is engaging and keeps you coming back for more, with a perfect balance of challenge and reward.”
“I love how the mechanics are intuitive yet deep, allowing for both casual play and strategic depth.”
“The combat system is fluid and responsive, making every encounter feel dynamic and exciting.”
“It reminds me of one of these random free-to-play cash grab MMOs: they have premium currency and pay-to-win mechanics, but also neat graphics and solid gameplay.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers indicate that the game's replayability is hindered by issues with the jumping mechanics, suggesting that improvements in this area could enhance overall playability and encourage players to revisit the game.
“The game lacks variety in its missions, making it feel repetitive after just a few playthroughs.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return, as the side quests are uninspired and feel like filler.”
“The limited character customization options mean that replaying the game doesn't feel fresh or exciting.”
