Bezier (PC)

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SCENARIO: Bezier is a twin-stick blaster set inside a vast computer built deep underground. The story traces the principal's escape from this ""Noah's Ark"" gone wrong. A simple shooter on the surface, the deeper narrative pulls in his relationship between evolution and god, family and love. These themes question his motives, force him to confront what is real, and lead him to salvation. Powered…

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

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 95 reviews

music19 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

Visually stunning with vibrant neon colors and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience.
Engaging gameplay mechanics with a variety of enemy types and a unique upgrade system that adds depth and replayability.
The game offers a mix of arcade-style action and a narrative that, while not groundbreaking, adds an interesting layer to the experience.

The overwhelming visual effects and clutter make it difficult to distinguish between enemies, pickups, and hazards, leading to frustrating gameplay.
The repetitive nature of the objectives, primarily focused on destroying shields, can become monotonous over time.
Lack of proper audio settings and control customization options detracts from the overall experience.

music
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
42%
8%
The music in the game is widely praised for its high quality, memorable tracks, and seamless integration with gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the variety and orchestral-electronic blend of the soundtrack, which builds intensity during gameplay and is enjoyable enough to warrant a purchase. However, some users noted issues with volume levels and a lack of sound sliders, which can detract from the experience.
- “The way the music builds, like zone 9 to zone 10, poignant music.”
- “I rarely buy soundtracks, and would buy this soundtrack in a heartbeat.”
- “The music is phenomenally mixed and I've found that the variety of songs are mostly memorable though I absolutely love the more glitchy-sounding tracks.”
- “Bezier has an orchestral plus electronic soundtrack that I'm not sure fits a genre, or rather, it probably fits one, but I don't think there is a well-known name for it.”
- “A lot of indie games or arcade-style games will make the mistake of having music that's loud and distracting and only having a small amount of it.”
- “Endurance mode features 1 music track.”
story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
67%
9%
The story in the game is described as unconventional and somewhat nonsensical, yet it adds a unique layer to the gameplay, particularly in the twin-stick shooter genre, which often lacks narrative depth. Players appreciate the creative storytelling methods, including humorous elements and dramatic narration, although some find the overall plot light and repetitive. Overall, while the story may not be groundbreaking, it enhances the experience and keeps players engaged as they progress through various modes.
- “It feels like it was influenced by 70s British prog and does some really neat innovations with story and abilities that I haven't seen in other games like it.”
- “Bezier mixes together a blend of a fun arcade shooter, with a rather deep storyline that pulls you in wanting you to play more of the game.”
- “The story itself is rather deep and works well with the type of gameplay that Bezier is.”
- “The story mode which I finished plays alright but it's not much of a challenge in standard difficulty.”
- “If you just play things for the story, this may be a little light for you.”
- “The story is short, reduced to only a sentence or two after completing each zone, but the narrator does a good job of emphasizing the sentence to really make it sound dramatic.”
gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
61%
10%
The gameplay of Bezier is characterized by its engaging twin-stick shooter mechanics, enhanced by an auto-fire feature and a variety of upgrades that allow for strategic customization. Players navigate time-limited stages to destroy heavily defended shields, with a mix of chaotic action and puzzle-like elements that require quick thinking. The game is praised for its stylish presentation, excellent soundtrack, and the seamless integration of mechanics, although some players noted that frantic moments can make it difficult to follow tutorial instructions.
- “The gameplay loop isn't like any game I've played before.”
- “Slick and tricky gameplay, plus the tight visual style, banging soundtrack, intriguing storyline, and ever more upgrades to unlock will definitely bring me back a good few times yet.”
- “All in all, Bezier is an exciting arcade twin shooter game, with beautiful vibrant colors and a nice and unique gameplay style.”
- “Plus, the chaos is a distraction when listening to the tutorials, so you might miss the explanation of the mechanic that resulted in your death.”
- “The feedback from firing and hitting enemies, the design of the enemies themselves, and the mechanic of destroying the shields... none of that felt remotely pleasurable.”
- “Gameplay is gated in time-limited stages, during which you have to destroy five 'shields,' basically orbs that are heavily defended and soak up a lot of damage.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
35%
18%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, retro aesthetic and colorful visuals, which enhance the overall experience. While many appreciate the unique art style and polished presentation, some feel that the visuals can become overwhelming, detracting from gameplay clarity. Overall, the combination of engaging graphics and a strong soundtrack contributes to a charming and enjoyable atmosphere.
- “Visually, there's just a lot going on and I think the overall aesthetic is really cool.”
- “Love the neon art style and all the traditions.”
- “Has potential if the visuals could be toned down a lot.”
- “If you really hate inertia in your controls or need to see all the action crisply, know that bezier is loose and fluid in both control and visuals.”
- “The graphics of this game are really well presented.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
40%
40%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it lacking due to its short length, others appreciate the strategic upgrade system and leaderboard goals that enhance replay value. The charming aesthetic and enjoyable gameplay contribute positively, but the limited content may deter some from returning frequently.
- “Nicely designed upgrade system adds a fun layer of strategic decision-making and increases replayability.”
- “Fun game, charming aesthetic, maybe a bit short on replayability.”
- “For me, this really adds more replay value to the game as you always have a goal to be able to reach on the leaderboard.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
50%
The game's atmosphere is heavily influenced by a commanding male voice with a thick English accent, which adds intensity and depth to the experience. Players appreciate the combination of engaging storytelling and immersive elements that elevate the twin-stick shooter genre beyond mere survival mechanics.
- “How did it take this long for someone to notice you can do a twin-stick shooter with story, atmosphere, and more than just skin-of-your-teeth survival?”
- “The atmosphere is dominated by a towering male voice with a thick English accent, giving the game its intense kick.”
- “Atmosphere is dominated by a towering male voice with a thick English accent, giving the game its intense kick.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its great performance, indicating that it runs smoothly and efficiently on various systems.
- “The game runs smoothly with great performance.”
- “I appreciate the optimization; it really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The developers have done an excellent job optimizing the game for various systems.”

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3h Median play time

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