Berry

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Berry is a single player role playing game. It was developed by ProjectESPider and was released on December 8, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Berry is a short orthogonal 3D platformer about a tiny, blue spider. Gain new abilities, weave through projectiles, collect and purchase a variety of items, and combat various bosses in this tiny metroidvania adventure.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 98 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Charming art style and engaging gameplay with fun mechanics and puzzles.
Offers a touching story with multiple endings, enhancing replayability.
It's free, making it an excellent value for the quality of the game.

Achieving 100% completion can be frustrating due to backtracking and challenging puzzles.
Some players experienced issues with collision detection leading to unfair deaths.
The game can be short, leaving some players wanting more content.

gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging mechanics, fun boss fights, and well-designed levels, offering a mix of challenge and discovery. Players appreciate the refreshing and uncommon mechanics, easy-to-learn controls, and the combination of platforming and puzzles, all set against a charming visual and musical backdrop. Overall, the game provides a satisfying and addictive experience that encourages exploration and replayability.
- “Fun boss fights and interesting mechanics keep you engaged the whole time.”
- “Strong gameplay and level design, with some challenging optional areas.”
- “The gameplay has many little mechanics that, while not unheard of, could still be considered rather uncommon, making them quite refreshing.”
- “I would pay $5 for this game, although, if it was $5 I would hope for a bit more gameplay.”
- “The pixel art is gorgeous but simple, the music is appropriate, the game mechanics are simple but the puzzles mixed with platformer are very good, at first easy and then more complicated.”
- “Easy to learn controls, a few unlockable mechanics.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The game's story is widely praised for its charm and emotional depth, featuring a cute yet bittersweet narrative with multiple endings and comedic dialogue that enhances the experience. Players appreciate the engaging cut scenes and the overall touching plot, which elevates the gameplay and keeps them invested. Many reviewers highlight the game's ability to blend fun and challenge with a meaningful story, making it a standout title in its genre.
- “Omg... love the story, I love the cute cut scenes, overall 10/10.”
- “[b]Narrative[/b]: This game has a very touching story with multiple endings (6 if I'm not mistaken).”
- “Awesome bite-sized metroidvania that surprises at every corner, detailing the story of a berry spider infatuated with the stars.”
- “☐ no story”
- “Simple story, boss fights.”
- “It felt like I was a spider that looked like a berry, and I cared a lot about the story, bittersweet as it was.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Berry" is generally well-received, described as fitting and enjoyable, though not groundbreaking. While it enhances the overall experience with its solid soundtrack, some players noted that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere and complements its engaging gameplay.
- “The art, music, and sound are all done well and make the game enjoyable to walk through.”
- “The soundtrack is very thoughtfully made, and the gameplay is incredibly addictive.”
- “Casual humor combined with creative gameplay and a solid soundtrack will help you relax during your afternoon tea.”
- “The music started to get repetitive, but there is a volume slider.”
- “Once the music stopped playing.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
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13%
The graphics of the game are praised for their charming pixel art style, which enhances both the visuals and gameplay experience. The cute and appealing artwork contributes to the overall enjoyment, although players who are uncomfortable with spiders and bugs may find the visuals off-putting. Overall, the game's design and graphics are considered great and add to its fun atmosphere.
- “The CGs are done very nicely in a charming pixel art style.”
- “Gameplay is really fun, and the visuals for the game and cutscenes are very cute.”
- “I really like the art style specifically; it's adorable!”
- “In the end, if you are not good with spiders and bugs in general, this game unfortunately might not be for you based on the visuals alone.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and wit, with players highlighting its cute characters and well-written dialogue that elicits genuine laughter. Many find the comedic elements, including amusing scenarios and clever interactions, to be a standout feature, making the game an enjoyable experience overall. However, some players note that the humor is juxtaposed with challenging gameplay, particularly during boss fights.
- “A short, charming, funny, and polished platformer!”
- “Very cute and funny spider game.”
- “Get this game, it's funny as hell.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's emotional depth compelling, highlighting its touching narrative and multiple endings that evoke a mix of heartwarming and heartbreaking feelings. The simplicity of the story resonates with many, making it a memorable experience that elicits strong emotional responses.
- “My favorite ending is 'no pain no gain'; this one was heartwarming but also a bit sad.”
- “The endings are heartbreaking for me.”
- “This game has a very touching story with multiple endings (6 if I'm not mistaken).”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “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.”