Bewildered
- June 20, 2022
- Unbend Studios
Bewildered is a Platforming-Adventure game where you form a friendship with a peculiar monster as you go about solving a mystery of what brought upon the endless night to the mysterious island. Learn to trust and help each other face obstacles and fears, as you make it through a vibrant world.
Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and a well-designed mini-world that is visually appealing.
- The music is calming and enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The concept of using blocking and dashing to generate ammo is innovative and adds a unique twist to gameplay.
- The AI for the companion character is poorly designed, often getting stuck and failing to respond to commands, making combat frustrating.
- The combat system is tedious and repetitive, with bland enemy designs and mechanics that feel janky.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches that can break the experience, leading to frustration and a lack of enjoyment.
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it monotonous and repetitive, particularly criticizing the tedious ammo generation mechanic. However, others appreciated the interesting mechanics and visuals, indicating that while there are enjoyable elements, the overall experience may be overshadowed by its shortcomings.
“The combat mechanics for the main character are also pretty good.”
“Well that was a fun game with some interesting mechanics, and very pretty, well done on the visuals.”
“Cool gameplay!”
“Monotonous and repetitive gameplay.”
“The mechanic used for generating ammo was tedious, and the rest of the game was really just forgettable.”
“This isn't good when you consider that this makes up half of the game's combat mechanics.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback for their beautiful art style and pleasing design, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience. Users appreciate the active development efforts to improve the visuals, although some specific elements, like the water, have been criticized. Overall, the game's aesthetics and music enhance its appeal.
“It looked so promising in the beginning, with the beautiful graphics, design, and music.”
“The art style is easy on the eyes and the music is done really well.”
“I really like the art style and vibe!!”
“Graphics: 6”
“Well that was a fun game with some interesting mechanics, and very pretty, well done on the visuals, but for the love of god don't touch the water!”
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is generally considered adequate, but players express a desire for more control over the narrative experience, such as the ability to click through text at their own pace or have narration to avoid missing key details. Additionally, some feel that certain elements, like the guardian, are unnecessary and only serve to advance the plot temporarily.
“The story is engaging and keeps you invested throughout the gameplay.”
“I wish the story allowed me to click through it at my own pace or included narration to ensure I didn't miss any details.”
“The concept of the story is intriguing, but it could benefit from a more interactive reading experience.”
“The guardian seemed unnecessary, only being useful to progress the story up until the first obstacle.”
“I wish the story would let me actually click through it to read at my own pace or have narration so I didn't have to risk missing something.”
“It would be better to click the story and read what we want to understand.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, complementing the beautiful graphics and design. Reviewers note that the calming soundtrack effectively captures attention and contributes to an immersive experience.
“It looked so promising in the beginning, with the beautiful graphics, design, and music.”
“The art style is easy on the eyes and the music is done really well.”
“Add the calming music to the mix, and you have an atmosphere that immediately grabs your attention.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is positively highlighted through appealing map and character designs, with particular praise for the cool aesthetics and impressive modeling of the beast character.
“The character design looks cool; the beast has a great model.”
“The map and character design look pretty.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews highlight that the game's optimization is generally solid, with smooth animations and responsive controls. However, some players noted that level design and HUD elements could benefit from clearer objectives to enhance overall clarity and user experience.
“The game excels in optimization, with smooth animations and responsive controls that enhance the overall experience.”
“I appreciate the level design and clarity of objectives, which are well-optimized to guide players effectively.”
“The HUD design is intuitive, and the game's optimization ensures that everything runs seamlessly, making for a fluid gameplay experience.”
“The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
“Despite its potential, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
“The optimization feels rushed, resulting in long loading times and inconsistent performance across different platforms.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is captivating, enhanced by calming music that effectively draws players in and creates an engaging experience.
“The calming music adds to the mix, creating an atmosphere that immediately grabs your attention.”
“The game's atmosphere is so immersive; you feel like you're truly part of another world.”
“Every detail contributes to a rich atmosphere that keeps you engaged and wanting to explore more.”
“The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
“Despite the potential, the environment lacks detail and depth, resulting in a flat experience.”
“The sound design is underwhelming, failing to enhance the atmosphere and leaving it feeling empty.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players found the grinding mechanic for generating ammo to be tedious, contributing to an overall forgettable gaming experience.
“The mechanic used for generating ammo was tedious, and the rest of the game was really just forgettable.”
“Grinding feels like a chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
“The repetitive tasks required to progress made the experience feel more like a job than a game.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express that the emotional impact of the game is diminished by a lack of clarity and explanation regarding gameplay mechanics, leading to feelings of frustration and confusion.