Big Blind
- December 16, 2024
- jinhachun
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Get on itch.io Store※ This game is completely free and available exclusively on Steam. VISUALIZED SOUND MECHANICS Experience the world through sound waves emanating from your boombox and footsteps Expand your vision by eliminating enemies - each kill increases your sound wave radius Navigate through a world where audio becomes a stunning visual experience INSTANT, INTENSE ACTION One-shot, one-kill gamepla…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique concept of a blind protagonist who uses sound to navigate, adding a fresh twist to the top-down shooter genre.
- Fast-paced and intuitive gameplay mechanics provide a satisfying combat experience, complemented by stylish 2D graphics and an engaging soundtrack.
- The game is well-supported on various platforms, offers a challenging yet rewarding experience, and includes an Endless Mode for additional replayability.
- The game is relatively short, with a playtime of about an hour, leaving some players wanting a longer story.
- Sound mixing issues can occur, with some sounds being louder than others, which may affect the overall experience.
- Navigation in the menu can be tricky when using a controller, making it difficult to see which UI element the cursor is on.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced, satisfying combat mechanics and intuitive controls, offering a challenging experience that balances arcade-like action with strategic depth. The unique sound-based navigation mechanic adds an interesting twist, although some players note inconsistencies in how sound waves are represented in the environment. Overall, the stylish 2D graphics enhance the noir aesthetic, making for an engaging short game.
“The game is fast-paced, with satisfying combat mechanics, and the stylish 2D graphics give it a cool, noir feel.”
“A great short game with intuitive and fluid gameplay mechanics that doesn't compromise on providing a challenging experience.”
“It has that balance of being arcade-like, in the sense that it's fast-paced and action-packed, while still requiring the player to really understand its mechanics.”
“There's a bit of a disconnect in the mechanic though, not every 'sound' makes a sound wave that you can see.”
“You don't see waves coming from enemies when they move, nor when your character moves (area is revealed via the boombox mechanic).”
“The mechanic of a blind protagonist who uses sound to see the world isn't new, but Big Blind puts enough of a spin on it to keep it interesting.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its ability to perfectly complement the atmosphere and energy of each level, with unique tracks that enhance the gameplay experience. Reviewers have noted the impressive effort put into the soundtrack, often rating it a perfect 10/10 for its seamless integration with the action. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's enjoyment and immersion.
“The soundtrack also deserves a mention; it fits the atmosphere perfectly!”
“For what it is, I'll give it a solid 10/10. I never really felt frustrated at any of the levels, and the music choice really complements the energy that the game has.”
“Each level has a different music track, which is an amazing amount of work.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game features stylish 2D graphics that contribute to a cool, noir aesthetic, enhancing the fast-paced and satisfying combat mechanics. While the graphics are described as simplistic, they are still considered effective, especially given that the game's unique blind mechanic makes visual fidelity less of a priority.
“The game is fast-paced, with satisfying combat mechanics, and the stylish 2D graphics give it a cool, noir feel.”
“The graphics are simplistic, but still great.”
“In a game where the main gimmick is that you're blind, graphics aren't a priority anyway.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The story is described as engaging and enjoyable, but notably short, with players able to complete all missions and earn medals in just over an hour. Many users express a desire for a more extended narrative experience.
“Epic cool, but should have a longer story.”
“I won't take long to beat all the story missions and obtain the 3 medals for each level, probably just a little over an hour.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, particularly for its fitting soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
“The soundtrack also deserves a mention; it fits the atmosphere perfectly!”
- stability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report that the game demonstrates excellent stability, performing well even on lower-end hardware.
“In addition, it runs great, even on my old computer.”
