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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"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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Play Modes

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

Reviews

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 303 reviews

gameplay56 positive mentions

grinding7 negative mentions

Innovative morphing mechanic allows players to transform into defeated enemies, adding depth to combat and exploration.
Beautiful hand-drawn art style and immersive environments enhance the overall experience.
Solid world-building with engaging characters and a well-structured map system that tracks completion.

Combat can feel too easy, with many bosses being defeated in just a few attempts.
Limited fast travel options and the need to return to save points to change morphs can lead to tedious backtracking.
Some morphs lack combat utility, making them feel underwhelming outside of specific puzzle-solving scenarios.

gameplay
140 mentions
40 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Biomorph" is highlighted 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 mechanics, some criticize the abundance of similar enemy forms and the pacing of combat, which can feel slow at times. Overall, the game is praised for its polished experience, diverse gameplay options, and captivating art style, making it a solid entry in the metroidvania genre.
- “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 a very cool addition and adds lots of possibilities!”
- “A fantastic, polished metroidvania experience, with a sizeable map, multiple playstyle possibilities, a Kirby-like morphing mechanic, and lashings of quality of life that show this is a game made by a team who know what they're doing.”
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “One of the stupidest and most annoying gameplay choices.”
story
98 mentions
34 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally seen as a mixed bag; while some players find it engaging and well-integrated with charming characters and clever dialogue, others criticize it for being slow-paced, forgettable, or filled with typical tropes. Many appreciate the world-building and lore, noting that the narrative becomes more interesting as it progresses, particularly towards the end. Overall, the storytelling is considered solid but not groundbreaking, with some players enjoying the exploration and character interactions more than the main plot itself.
- “The story felt a little slow at the beginning, but as each plot point was reached, it certainly got more interesting, especially the end.”
- “The story in 'Biomorph' is a compelling mix of self-discovery and mystery.”
- “You get pieces of the story through dialogue, environmental clues, and cutscenes, all of which are well done and engaging.”
- “The only issue I had with the game was that the story and characters' personalities were rather dull.”
- “The story is pretty forgettable with typical tropes.”
- “The story is quite forgettable so far and does nothing to push me forward.”
graphics
57 mentions
70 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful hand-drawn art style, which enhances the overall aesthetic and world-building. Many reviewers highlight the vibrant colors, smooth animations, and unique designs of various biomes, comparing them favorably to titles like Hollow Knight and Ori. While some critiques mention that the art style may not appeal to everyone, the general consensus is that the visuals are a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's immersive experience.
- “The hand-drawn cartoon art style is also very endearing and might I even say... cute?”
- “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 art style and visuals are fantastic.”
- “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 it are 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
54 mentions
48 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its fitting and immersive quality that enhances the atmosphere of each biome. While some players found the soundtrack to be catchy and enjoyable, others criticized it for being generic or lacking memorability, particularly noting that boss music does not vary significantly. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's experience, though opinions on its impact and originality vary.
- “Musical score for each of the biomes fits perfectly.”
- “Biomorph is a great new metroidvania with wonderful art and music, a good collection of unique areas/enemies and a great overall feel to the game.”
- “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.”
- “The music helps the ambiance of every area you visit, but I didn't find it to be anything revolutionary.”
- “To me, it's all just safe, subtle background music that doesn't really get me going.”
atmosphere
9 mentions
56 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is generally praised for its impressive art direction and music, creating a dark and immersive environment that enhances the storytelling. However, some players feel that the tone can be inconsistent, with a clash between the bleak narrative and the cartoony graphics. Overall, while the atmosphere is a highlight, it may not resonate with everyone due to these tonal discrepancies.
- “Atmosphere is stellar, gameplay is spot on and there's a great variety of weapons, powers and equipment.”
- “I particularly liked the atmosphere as it was still harsh but still light enough to crack a few jokes here and there.”
- “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.”
- “Obviously, it's difficult to make 'death' seem appealing, and a ghastly area does wonders for setting that 'something bad happened here' atmosphere. But boy-oh-boy, magnificent location for story; terrible location for gameplay. I almost don't recommend 100%ing just for that place alone.”
- “The art direction and the music are impeccable; they create a dark and strange atmosphere that I really dig!”
grinding
7 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect in the game, with some finding the farming for materials and upgrades enjoyable and well-integrated into the gameplay, while others criticize the backtracking and repetitive navigation as tedious. Overall, many feel that the grinding does not detract significantly from the experience, especially as the combat and exploration become more engaging after the initial stages.
- “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
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highlighted by its impressive character design and diverse skill sets, which contribute to an engaging and immersive experience. While the artwork and unique character designs are praised, some players feel that the animations and boss encounters could be improved to enhance the overall depth of character interactions. Overall, the game's world and character variety are well-crafted, though there are areas for potential growth in animation quality.
- “I love the character design; the variation in skills and biomorphs keeps things fresh and interesting.”
- “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.”
- “Music, general sound design, and biome art were very cool, and I really enjoyed the monster and character designs as well, but something felt lacking when it came to the actual character animations.”
emotional
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be impactful, with a touching story that enhances their investment in the characters and gameplay. The combination of tight mechanics and a diverse bestiary allows for personal engagement, making moments like Donkey Kong's victory over King K. resonate deeply.
- “The gameplay is super tight, the story can be touching at times, the variety in bestiary is really nice and you can approach the game with the combat style you want!”
- “I was more emotionally invested in Donkey Kong defeating King K.”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its fun and distinct character interactions, which add a lighthearted touch to the otherwise bleak setting. Players appreciate the excellent art style that complements the humorous elements, 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
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
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
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, players report that version 1.2.26470 is stable, with no game-breaking bugs encountered, though a few minor camera glitches have been noted.
- “While playing version 1.2.26470, I've encountered no game-breaking bugs, just one or two camera glitches.”
replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
While some players praise the game as exceptional, they note that it lacks replayability, suggesting that once completed, there is little incentive to play it again.
- “Beat the game, great experience, but there's zero replayability.”
- “Once you've completed it, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The game lacks variety, making it feel repetitive after the first playthrough.”