Bestial Reception

About

In "Bestial Reception," embark on a roguelike shooter adventure in a radioactive wasteland, playing as a humanoid animal fighting for survival. With full destructibility, challenging levels, and a dynamic soundtrack, engage in thrilling battles against various enemies, collecting loot and artifacts to enhance your hero's abilities. The local cooperative mode allows for a shared experience with a friend.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

Stunning graphics and visual design create a unique atmosphere with bright colors and detailed textures.
Dynamic gameplay with a variety of characters, weapons, and abilities allows for unique combat combinations and strategies.
Cleverly designed puzzles and engaging story elements enhance the overall experience, making it rewarding and immersive.

Character unlocking conditions are unclear, leading to confusion for players.
The game suffers from some design flaws, such as crowded text in menus and lack of clear navigation options.
Some gameplay mechanics, like the negative effects of artifacts, can lead to frustrating situations that hinder progress.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is dynamic and engaging, requiring players to adapt to diverse situations and opponents, which enhances the overall experience. Memorable characters and their interactions add depth, while stunning visuals and a captivating soundtrack create an immersive atmosphere. Overall, it offers an interesting and exciting experience, with moments of fun and humor.
- “Gameplay is dynamic and varied, constantly having to adapt to new situations and opponents.”
- “The characters are memorable, and their interactions add depth to the gameplay, making me feel like a part of the cave's legend.”
- “Stunning visuals and a captivating soundtrack complement the immersive gameplay.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The graphics in the game are praised for their stunning visuals and immersive design, with a particular highlight on the lively pixel art that enhances the gameplay experience, especially when using a gamepad. Overall, the visual presentation is described as captivating and well-suited for a relaxed gaming atmosphere.
- “Graphics and visual design are simply amazing!”
- “Stunning visuals and a captivating soundtrack complement the immersive gameplay.”
- “A fun roguelike with pixel graphics, especially lively when played with a gamepad, great for killing time.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, making the game feel lifeless.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The music and sound effects in the game are highly praised, with a captivating soundtrack that enhances the immersive gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the dynamic nature of the music, which contributes to the adrenaline rush, alongside cool pixel art that complements the energizing soundtracks.
- “Stunning visuals and a captivating soundtrack complement the immersive gameplay.”
- “The dynamic soundtrack added to the adrenaline rush.”
- “Cool pixel art and energizing soundtracks.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “The sound effects are poorly mixed and often drown out the music.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, making it feel disjointed.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by bright colors, detailed textures, and meticulously crafted character models, all of which enhance the overall experience and complement the gameplay, resulting in a distinctive and immersive environment.
- “Bright colors, detailed textures, and perfectly crafted character models create a unique style and atmosphere in the game.”
- “They perfectly complement the gameplay and create a unique atmosphere.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story is a standout feature, characterized by well-written dialogue and a well-paced plot that maintains player engagement without feeling overwhelming.
- “The story is another strong point, with well-written dialogue and a plot that unfolds at a pace that keeps me engaged without overwhelming me.”