BellyBots

About

BellyBots is a room-scale VR game for HTC Vive, bringing an 80s arcade action game to life. Get ready to move and dodge as you load up your guns and teleport into fast-paced action. With its exclusive VR compatibility and high-energy gameplay, BellyBots promises an immersive and physical experience for fans of retro-style shooters.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

music5 positive mentions

BellyBots offers a fun and engaging wave shooter experience with a great difficulty curve and polished gameplay.
The game provides an excellent workout, requiring players to move a lot while dodging enemy fire, making it both physically and mentally stimulating.
The catchy 80s-inspired soundtrack and silly aesthetics contribute to a unique and enjoyable atmosphere that keeps players entertained.

The game has been in Early Access since 2016 and appears to be abandoned by the developers, leading to concerns about its future updates and content.
Gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited enemy variety and a lack of significant new features across levels.
There are no menus or level select options, making it frustrating for players who want to pause or restart specific levels without quitting the game.

music
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The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy, funky, and nostalgic 80s style, evoking the feel of a 90s Saturday morning cartoon. Reviewers highlight the awesome theme song and polished sound design, which enhance the overall gameplay experience and contribute to the game's fun and silly aesthetics.
- “Awesome theme song and concept.”
- “The music is amazing and about as 80s as it gets, and the levels are really fun.”
- “The soundtrack is old-school 80's style.”
- “Also the song that plays in the background, along with the semi-cutesy robot theme, and the fact your shadow is a top hat complete with handlebar mustache and monocle, makes you feel like you're the star of some 90's Saturday morning cartoon.”
- “Silly aesthetics, catchy song and very polished gameplay all make it one of the most enjoyable games I've played.”
graphics
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The graphics are generally praised for their great aesthetic and appeal, with some users noting minor aliasing issues. The game is considered visually appealing and accessible, even for those with low-end graphics cards. Overall, players appreciate the visuals alongside the engaging gameplay.
- “Cheap, really fun game with a great aesthetic.”
- “Good game, lovely visuals and a great workout.”
- “Has great graphics, music, and love the big guns.”
- “I only wish there was an in-game menu to change the graphics.”
- “The graphics have a little bit of aliasing.”
- “I'm guessing this one would even work with low-end graphics cards.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is highly polished and thoughtfully designed, contributing to an enjoyable experience enhanced by its silly aesthetics and catchy soundtrack.
- “Silly aesthetics, catchy song, and very polished gameplay all make it one of the most enjoyable games I've played.”
- “Every gameplay aspect feels polished and thought through.”
optimization
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The game's difficulty curve is well-optimized, providing a balanced challenge that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “The difficulty curve seems pretty optimized.”
- “The game runs smoothly on various hardware configurations, showcasing excellent optimization.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the gameplay mechanics for a seamless experience.”
replayability
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The game offers high replayability with a diverse range of content, making it an enjoyable experience. However, players have noted the inconvenience of needing to exit and restart the game to access the main menu and leaderboards, which could hinder the overall experience.
- “It's a totally replayable blast fest with a good variety of content.”
- “The game offers so many different paths and choices that each playthrough feels unique.”
- “I love how the game encourages multiple runs with its diverse challenges and unlockable content.”
stability
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Users report that the game offers excellent stability, characterized by a lag-free experience and the absence of glitches, ensuring smooth real-time performance.
- “Lag-free, no glitches, all real-time.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any interruptions.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs during my gameplay.”