Betelgeuse

Betelgeuse is a mind-bending puzzle game where simple rules create complicated puzzles. At the beginning it should be easy for everyone, but later on it's getting really challenging. It consists of six chapters where rules are completely different. Prepare for 360 puzzles in 18 chapters in total and at least 10 hours of gameplay. Betelgeuse is also name of a star in Orion constellation. A sta…

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Betelgeuse offers a vast number of puzzles (360) with varied mechanics, providing a rich and engaging experience for puzzle enthusiasts.
The game effectively introduces new mechanics gradually, allowing players to learn and adapt without feeling overwhelmed.
It's a free game that delivers quality entertainment, often surpassing many paid puzzle games in terms of enjoyment and challenge.

Some levels are excessively difficult, and the lack of a comprehensive guide or walkthrough can lead to frustration for players seeking help.
The game lacks an undo feature, which can be inconvenient, especially in more challenging levels where mistakes can be costly.
While the game has a lot of content, some players find it repetitive and lacking in originality, with a few levels feeling tedious.

gameplay
16 mentions
19 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a diverse array of mechanics that are introduced gradually, allowing players to explore and solve puzzles in unique ways. Each chapter presents distinct challenges that require different approaches, fostering a sense of discovery as players learn to navigate the game's intricacies without explicit guidance. While the game can be quite challenging, it maintains a balance that encourages problem-solving and offers a rewarding experience, especially considering its low cost.
- “Lots of different mechanics sometimes melded together to give great variance.”
- “Some chapters you'll solve path-drawing puzzles with a witness-like twist, others ask you to carefully plan how to land a specific face of the cube on a target tile, or deal with simultaneous movement of multiple cubes. After introducing you to all the basic concepts one at a time, later chapters mix earlier mechanics more freely.”
- “What I personally like about this game is that when new mechanics are implemented, the game doesn't tell you exactly what new things do; you need to figure it out on your own. It's designed carefully so you won't get lost or overwhelmed.”
- “The mechanics don't build on each other, and the challenge lies not so much in figuring out what clever trick is used, but rather in finding out the specific order you need to do things in order to complete it.”
- “There are some very good levels and good ideas, but this game mashes almost every mechanic from similar games, and in the end, it's like trying to fit an elephant into a car.”
- “Taking some breaks during gameplay is advisable, given that the game is quite difficult.”
graphics
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The graphics are simple yet effective, contributing to an aesthetically pleasing experience dominated by a bronze color palette. While some may find the visuals monotonous, the diverse level mechanics keep the gameplay engaging and addictive.
- “As you can see in the trailer and screenshots, the graphics are quite simple, but in my opinion, it works great.”
- “The graphics are nice, and the levels have different mechanics, so there's no place for boredom :)”
- “The game is aesthetic, kept in one dominant bronze color (some might say too monotonous), long, and most importantly, quite addictive.”
- “The graphics are quite simple, but in my opinion, it works great.”
- “The game is aesthetic, kept in one dominant bronze color, which some might say is too monotonous.”
music
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The music in the game features relaxing ambient tones that enhance immersion, though some users feel the soundtrack is simple and could benefit from a longer duration.
- “The ambient music creates a relaxing atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is simple yet immersive, though it could benefit from being a bit longer.”
- “The soundtrack is simple, but immersive; it could last a little longer, though.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the sound design is decent, the overall music experience is underwhelming and forgettable.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be challenging and occasionally tedious, particularly in certain levels, yet many are willing to invest significant hours into it overall.
- “Can be hard; some levels are tedious, but all in all, I put in quite a few hours into this one.”
- “The grinding feels endless and often becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which made the experience feel monotonous.”
story
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story is straightforward and lacks complexity, appealing to those who prefer simplicity over intricate plots or unexpected twists.
- “The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters' journeys.”
- “The narrative unfolds beautifully, with rich world-building and compelling themes.”
- “Each character has depth, and their arcs are woven seamlessly into the overall plot.”