Big Bia

About Big Bia

Big Bia is a single player tactical turn-based strategy game. It was developed by Pixel House Games and was released on June 10, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

This world is originated form a “Big Bia”, with many secret waiting for you to discover. Collect your heroes and minions and experience a roguelite pixel art style dungeon crawling game. Challenge dungeon with different card collected through the game. Welcome to a world without a Big Bang!

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42%Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

Innovative blend of roguelike, deck-building, turn-based combat, and dungeon-building mechanics offering a unique and engaging gameplay experience.
Charming voxel-pixel art style combined with modern lighting effects and quirky, humorous writing that adds personality and character to the game world.
Strong replayability due to procedural generation, deep strategy options, creative dungeon construction, and emergent storytelling through events and character interactions.

English translation support was removed post-release, making the game effectively unplayable for non-Chinese speakers and frustrating many players.
Translation quality is inconsistent with incomplete or machine-like output, causing confusion in understanding mechanics, story events, and item descriptions.
Steep learning curve with minimal tutorial and lack of polish in UI and balance, sometimes resulting in uneven pacing and difficulty spikes.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30% positive mentions, 55% neutral mentions, 15% negative mentions
The gameplay in Big Bia combines turn-based combat, deck-building strategy, and roguelike elements to create a deep and engaging experience with a unique, open-ended approach. However, the steep learning curve and lack of in-game tutorials, compounded by translation issues, can make understanding its complex mechanics challenging. Despite these hurdles, players find the strategic depth and quirky charm rewarding and enjoyable.
- “Big Bia, developed by Pixel House Games and published by IndieCN, is a quirky and ambitious indie roguelite that combines pixel art charm with strategic, turn-based dungeon crawling and card-based mechanics.”
- “Gameplay in Big Bia centers on turn-based combat and deck-building strategy layered within a roguelike framework.”
- “The game is funny, unexpected and full of character, and the actual gameplay mechanics are really good-- there is genuinely deep strategy here.”
- “The learning curve can also be steep at first, especially for players unfamiliar with deck-building mechanics, as the game does little hand-holding in explaining how its systems interconnect.”
- “Mixed with some complaints I have later on, I feel like this incomplete translation makes it hard to engage with some of the mechanics in the game.”
- “The game, with all its interlocking mechanics, doesn't have any in-built gameplay tutorial.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game's humor is characterized by quirky, absurd dialogue and unpredictable encounters that add personality and balance to the experience. While some original jokes may be lost in translation, the resulting quirky translations contribute additional comedic charm. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that complements the game's unique style and deep gameplay.
- “The tone leans toward the humorous and absurd, with quirky dialogue and item descriptions that don’t take themselves too seriously.”
- “The writing, while not deeply narrative-driven, adds personality to the world, and the humor helps keep the tone balanced even during difficult runs.”
- “Some of the original humor might be lost in translation but what replaces this is perhaps even funnier!”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game features a unique voxel-pixel hybrid art style that combines nostalgic retro visuals with modern lighting, creating a charming and tactile environment. Its creative and cute graphics contribute to a fresh yet familiar aesthetic that players find appealing.
- “The game embraces a voxel-pixel hybrid aesthetic that gives its environments a tactile sense of depth while retaining the nostalgic warmth of retro visuals.”
- “The mix of old-school visuals with modern lighting effects and interface design creates a style that feels both familiar and fresh.”
- “Highlights of this game are the unique and creative art style and the funny story.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The music in the game features upbeat, chiptune-inspired and calm guitar tracks that create a lighthearted, soothing atmosphere, complementing the gameplay's chill yet engaging vibe. Many players find the soundtrack catchy and memorable.
- “The soundtrack complements the action with upbeat, chiptune-inspired tracks that reinforce the game’s lighthearted energy.”
- “Despite the intense tactics, the game is extremely chill, with a totally incongruous calm guitar soundtrack.”
- “The song in the background is stuck in my head but I'm not complaining.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability by encouraging creativity and strategic experimentation, making it engaging despite lacking the polish of bigger roguelite titles. Its originality and enthusiasm enhance its long-term appeal.
- “This element extends the game’s replayability considerably, providing an outlet for creativity and strategic experimentation.”
- “It may not have the polish or precision of larger titles in the roguelite genre, but it compensates with enthusiasm, originality, and replay value.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The atmosphere is praised for its dreamlike and mysterious quality, enhanced by the English translation which adds an additional layer of intrigue to the game's overall mood.
- “The English translation, in my opinion, adds to the dreamlike atmosphere of the game, creating one more layer of mystery.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The story is praised for its humor and creativity, adding to the game's unique and engaging experience.