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Biomorph

Biomorph is an inventive Metroidvania packed full of monster morphing, secrets, and some seriously helpful map ideas that'll help you find everything.
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93%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
grinding, monetization
95% User Score Based on 524 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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Xbox Series X|SPCMac OSXboxSteam DeckWindows
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Biomorph is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Lucid Dreams Studio and was released on April 5, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"BIOMORPH is a single-player Platformer game with marvelous story and gameplay, and great visuals. As the player, explore a vast world, solve puzzles, and fight enemies to take their shapes and use their powers. Upgrade your character and weapons as you fight through the challenging AI system, revealing surprising truths about your hero's origins."

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 524 reviews
gameplay84 positive mentions
grinding14 negative mentions

  • The biomorphing mechanic adds a refreshing layer of depth to both combat and exploration, allowing players to transform into defeated enemies with unique abilities.
  • The game features excellent exploration with a well-designed map system that highlights completed areas, making it satisfying to 100% the game.
  • The art style and visuals are stunning, creating a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
  • The combat can feel basic and lacks depth, with many boss fights being too easy and forgettable.
  • Players are required to return to save points to swap biomorphs, which can lead to unnecessary backtracking and disrupt the flow of gameplay.
  • The story and character dialogue are often seen as shallow and uninteresting, failing to engage players in the narrative.
  • gameplay
    214 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Biomorph" is characterized by its innovative biomorphing mechanic, allowing players to transform into defeated enemies, which adds depth and variety to combat and exploration. While many players appreciate the fluid controls and engaging platforming, some criticize the pacing and balance of combat, noting that it can feel slow and forced at times. Overall, the game successfully combines familiar metroidvania elements with unique mechanics, creating an enjoyable experience for fans of the genre.

    • “Fantastic controls and gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is tight and responsive, with the ability to transform into a variety of unique creatures adding a delightful layer of diversity to the experience.”
    • “The biomorph mechanic is fun and keeps the gameplay fresh, as every enemy has its own set of attacks and abilities.”
    • “I confirm what's in this review, the problem is not with me, the gameplay is slow, full of open-world 'stupid' quests which make it bad from my perspective.”
    • “It’s one of a few poor decisions which don’t enhance the gameplay but rather annoy the player.”
    • “[*] The main morphing mechanic is both its strength and weakness at the same time since it makes combat mandatory to progress, but the combat is so horribly balanced and designed that it makes it a slog to work through an area again if you die.”
  • story
    152 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-integrated into the gameplay, while others describe it as forgettable or poorly executed. Many appreciate the world-building and lore, but criticize the dialogue and quest structure, which can feel tedious or confusing. Overall, while some players are drawn into the narrative and character interactions, others feel it lacks depth and fails to elevate the gameplay experience.

    • “I truly enjoyed this game; it had the feeling of playing Hollow Knight and Ori. The mechanics are well thought out and easy to follow, and the story I loved. Learning what happened really sucked me into the game, not to mention the music was amazing.”
    • “The story, gameplay, mechanics, and art style all make for a wonderful experience.”
    • “The story line is fantastic, along with the animations and the cutscenes.”
    • “The story is poorly explained and written.”
    • “The story is pretty forgettable with typical tropes.”
    • “Story is quite forgettable so far and does nothing to push me forward.”
  • graphics
    90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beautiful, hand-drawn cartoon art style and vibrant color palettes that enhance the unique biomes and overall aesthetic. Many reviewers noted the visuals are reminiscent of titles like Hollow Knight and Ori, showcasing a high level of detail and creativity that draws players into the fantastical world. However, some critiques mention that while the graphics are impressive, they may not fully align with the game's darker themes, leading to a slight dissonance in tone.

    • “Remarkable visuals, with a level of detail that draws you deeper into the fantastical world, along with polished animations and an immersive soundtrack, further elevate the experience.”
    • “The gameplay and combat are so fun, the art direction is impressive with visuals that stand out and really pull you into the game.”
    • “The visuals are smooth like they're straight out of a cartoon, although I will admit that the environments don't leave a very strong first impression.”
    • “The only criticism I can really point at is that the tone and atmosphere feel a little off - the world and story are quite bleak but the cartoony graphics and light music sort of fight with that.”
    • “Not that the visuals are bad, but subjectively it's not on the level of the likes of Hollow Knight and Ori.”
  • music
    86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its immersive and fitting nature that enhances the overall atmosphere, while others find it generic and forgettable. Many appreciate the soundtrack's ability to complement the game's visuals and exploration, though a few critics feel it lacks memorability and emotional impact. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the experience, it does not stand out as revolutionary or particularly memorable for all players.

    • “I truly enjoyed this game; it had the feeling of playing Hollow Knight and Ori. The mechanics are well thought out and easy to follow, and the story I loved. Learning what happened really just sucked me into the game, not to mention the music was amazing.”
    • “The music and sound design are fabulous, and the gameplay is engaging: moving between boss combat, platforming, and puzzles.”
    • “Biomorph is a great metroidvania experience, with charming characters, ridiculously crisp movement/combat, an energizing soundtrack (with some big bombing mission vibes from the intro area theme) and adorable scargatos.”
    • “It's just very basic and quite boring, the art direction feels like I'm traveling through a garbage bin, music is meh, combat is okay-ish.”
    • “Music is generic and I could not remember any tune.”
    • “To me it's all just safe, subtle background music that doesn't really get me going.”
  • atmosphere
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its stellar quality, blending a dark and strange ambiance with lighthearted elements, though some critics note a dissonance between the bleak narrative and the cartoony graphics. The art direction and music are highlighted as exceptional, contributing to an engaging environment that enhances gameplay. Overall, while the atmosphere is well-received, a few reviewers feel it lacks a strong, unique identity.

    • “I particularly liked the atmosphere as it was still harsh but light enough to crack a few jokes here and there.”
    • “Combat feels tight and well balanced, exploration is fun and the atmosphere is amazing.”
    • “The only criticism I can really point at is that the tone and atmosphere feel a little off - the world and story are quite bleak, but the cartoony graphics and light music sort of fight with that.”
    • “The art direction and the music are impeccable; they create a dark and strange atmosphere that I really dig!”
    • “The only criticism I can really point at is that the tone and atmosphere feel a little off - the world and story are quite bleak, but the cartoony graphics and light music sort of fight with that.”
  • grinding
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding in Biomorph to be a mixed experience; while the farming for materials and upgrades can feel tedious, especially with backtracking and similar zone navigation, the engaging combat and enjoyable exploration help mitigate the grind. Many reviewers noted that the game maintains a fun pace, with some even completing it in a reasonable time without feeling it dragged on. Overall, the grinding aspect is present but is balanced by enjoyable gameplay elements.

    • “There is also way too much farming: grab materials, kill monsters to obtain powers, kill monsters for money.”
    • “Every zone nearly feels the same to navigate or just tedious to go through.”
    • “Now I’m missing a blueprint to get another set of upgrade materials and all the new save points I’m discovering, I can’t fast travel to, causing tedious backtracking that has just no reason to be.”
  • character development
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in Biomorph is highlighted by its stunning and intricate character designs that reflect a high level of craftsmanship. While the game excels in creating a vibrant and immersive world, some players feel that the character animations do not fully match the quality of the designs, leaving a sense of disappointment, particularly with the bosses. Overall, the game offers a visually appealing experience, though it may fall short in animation fluidity.

    • “From vibrant biomes to intricate character designs, every aspect of the game reflects the care and craftsmanship poured into its creation.”
    • “Biomorph is yet another great metroidvania with beautiful artwork and character design, precise controls, cool weapons and abilities, and a large, well-designed world to explore.”
    • “Smooth controls, multiple control sets, its own unique immersive world with amazing and unique character designs.”
    • “Music, general sound design, and biome art was very cool and I really enjoyed the monster/character designs as well, but something felt lacking when it came to the actual character animations.”
  • humor
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its fun and distinct character interactions, which provide a lighthearted contrast to the otherwise bleak setting. Players appreciate the excellent art style that complements the humor, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The style is great, the gameplay is excellent, and the humor is fun.”
    • “The movement feels nice, combat is just fair and challenging enough to be enjoyable for most players, and the art style and humor of the characters is excellent.”
    • “The characters are all very distinct from each other and add a touch of humor to this otherwise wonderfully bleak world.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game aligns with the developers' initial advertising, suggesting a clear and consistent approach to how players can engage with the game's financial aspects.

  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the stability of version 1.2.26470 is commendable, with users reporting no game-breaking bugs and only minor camera glitches.

    • “While playing version 1.2.26470, I encountered no game-breaking bugs, just one or two camera glitches.”
    • “While playing version 1.2.26470, I encountered no game-breaking bugs, just one or two camera glitches.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a strong emotional investment in the storyline, particularly in the climactic moment of Donkey Kong defeating King K. This highlights the game's ability to engage players on a deeper emotional level through its narrative and character dynamics.

    • “I was more emotionally invested in Donkey Kong defeating King K.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is highly praised for its quality, but it suffers from a lack of replayability, with players noting that once completed, there is little incentive to play again.

    • “Beat the game, great game, but it has zero replayability.”
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18h Average play time
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Biomorph is a platformer game.

Biomorph is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Mac OS, Steam Deck and others.

On average players spend around 18 hours playing Biomorph.

Biomorph was released on April 5, 2024.

Biomorph was developed by Lucid Dreams Studio.

Biomorph has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Biomorph is a single player game.

Similar games include Haiku, the Robot, HAAK, Blasphemous 2, Lone Fungus, Voidwrought and others.