Betelgeuse

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Betelgeuse is a single player action game. It was developed by Brainstorm Software and was released on May 31, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

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…

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Betelgeuse offers a vast number of puzzles (360) with diverse mechanics that keep the gameplay engaging and fresh.
The game is free and provides a satisfying challenge, making it a great value compared to many paid puzzle games.
Players appreciate the gradual increase in difficulty and the opportunity to think critically and strategically to solve puzzles.

Some levels are excessively difficult, and the lack of a comprehensive guide or undo feature can lead to frustration.
The game can feel repetitive at times, with some mechanics not building on each other, leading to a lack of 'aha!' moments.
Navigating the menu and chapter selection can be confusing, detracting from the overall user experience.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a diverse array of mechanics that are introduced gradually, allowing players to explore unique puzzles in each chapter. While the mechanics do not build on one another, they require players to think critically about the order of actions needed to solve challenges. The game encourages experimentation and problem-solving, with a careful design that prevents players from feeling overwhelmed, making it accessible even for newcomers to the puzzle genre.
- “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 one 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.”
- “Has a lot of unique mechanics in each chapter, which means that every puzzle requires a different approach.”
- “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.”
- “It's not about the mechanics or high level of difficulty deriving from overbuffed bosses, which pretty much describes today's 'hard' games.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are described as 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. Overall, the graphics complement the game's design well.
- “The game is aesthetic, kept in one dominant bronze color (some might say too monotonous), long and most importantly quite addictive.”
- “Graphics are nice and levels have different mechanics, so there's no place for boredom :)”
- “As you can see in the trailer and screenshots, the graphics are quite simple but in my opinion, it works great.”
- “The graphics are quite simple, and while some might find it works great, others may see it as lacking depth.”
- “The game is aesthetically pleasing, but the dominant bronze color can feel too monotonous for some players.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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25%
The music in the game features relaxing ambient tones that create an immersive atmosphere, though some users feel the soundtrack is simple and could benefit from a longer duration. Overall, it enhances the gaming experience without being overly complex.
- “The ambient music creates a relaxing atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is simple yet immersive, though it could benefit from a longer duration.”
- “The ambient tones provide a soothing backdrop, making the experience quite enjoyable.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be challenging and occasionally tedious, with certain levels requiring significant time investment. Despite these difficulties, many users report spending numerous hours engaged with the game.
- “Can be hard; some levels are tedious, but all in all, I put in quite a few hours into this one.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is straightforward and lacks complexity, offering no intricate plot twists or deep narrative layers. It is designed to be simple and unpretentious, catering to players who prefer a more direct storytelling approach.