Bioweaver

80%
Game Brain Score Based on 104 reviews
  • gameplay
  • grinding
  • story
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"Bioweaver is a single-player Science Fiction Role Playing game where you must escape a mysterious underground lab by building organ links with a simple programming logic. The game features hundreds of organs with different functions, and each organ can be mutated for additional affixes. The difficulty level adjusts automatically to your progress, with more challenges and content available after completing the main acts."

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Reviews

80%
Audience ScoreBased on 104 reviews
gameplay7 positive mentions
grinding14 negative mentions
  • Bioweaver offers a deep and engaging character customization system with countless build possibilities, making experimentation enjoyable.
  • The game is well-priced for the amount of content it provides, and many players appreciate the improvements over its predecessor, Bio Prototype.
  • The unique art style and engaging gameplay loop, combined with responsive developers, create a fun and addictive experience.
  • Combat can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with many players noting the limited variety in enemy types and room designs.
  • Some players have expressed frustration with the game's difficulty spikes, particularly with certain bosses that require extensive grinding to overcome.
  • The crafting and upgrade systems can be convoluted and grindy, leading to a sense of frustration for those seeking a more streamlined experience.
  • gameplay27 mentions

    Gameplay reviews for the game highlight a mix of strong mechanics and varied levels, with some players appreciating the depth and experimentation offered by the unique systems. However, there are criticisms regarding repetitiveness and simplicity in certain aspects, as well as a need for improved explanations and translations. Overall, while the game is engaging and fun for fans of the genre, it may feel limited in scope and complexity for some players.

    • “The game mechanics are great and there are so many different, varied levels with different enemies and bosses.”
    • “The gameplay loop is satisfying, with a balance between exploration, combat, and crafting.”
    • “This mechanic offers a level of depth and experimentation that keeps each playthrough engaging.”
    • “They completely killed the good game mechanics and replaced them with boring ones.”
    • “Very repetitive gameplay.”
    • “Each level is just a small room and the enemies walk at you with zero mechanics.”
  • grinding14 mentions

    Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game. While some enjoy the dopamine rush from farming for loot and crafting optimal builds, others find the upgrade system tedious and the necessity for grinding to overcome difficulty spikes frustrating. Overall, the game encourages experimentation and farming, but the repetitive nature of grinding can detract from the experience for some players.

    • “A lot of farming involved, very grindy upgrade system (limited number of modifications you can perform on each organ before you have to go farm new ones and character stat upgrade costs ramp up very quickly).”
    • “The game is exactly the same as its predecessor, with almost no combat complexity and entirely based on grinding the same exact scenario over and over.”
    • “Grinding the same area 30 times just so you have enough cells for upgrades isn't fun.”
  • story9 mentions

    The game's story is generally appreciated for its charm and engaging elements, with players enjoying the context and progression it offers. However, many reviewers note that the main story is quite short and lacks depth, with some criticizing the quality of the art and narrative as feeling artificial or incomplete. Overall, while the story adds fun to the gameplay, it requires more content and polish to feel fully realized.

    • “I found it fun and satisfying to advance and progress through the story, but there are absolutely places where there is room for polish, and it is clear that more content is needed for this game to feel complete.”
    • “The game is great, the music is a lot of fun to listen to and the little story is interesting.”
    • “A bullet heaven with a structured progression, tons of experimentation and combinations, and a charming story and style.”
    • “There are absolutely places where there is room for polish, and it is clear that more content is needed for this game to feel complete.”
    • “Pretty fun game, although extremely short for the main story to see it all.”
    • “Also full of what is clearly either AI-generated or just soulless art and 'story', without a declaration if so.”
  • graphics6 mentions

    The graphics of the game are praised for their unique and gorgeous art style that complements the thematic elements, contributing to an engaging visual experience. However, some users feel that the enemy designs lack depth, and there are mixed opinions on the audio quality. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the addictive gameplay and overall content.

    • “Visually, bioweaver employs a distinctive art style that complements its thematic elements.”
    • “The graphics are gorgeous, the gameplay is addicting, the balance and progression are spot on, and the content is plentiful.”
    • “I appreciate what they have going there; I love the music, the graphics, the chaos.”
    • “- The enemy art style lacks soul.”
    • “I appreciate what they have going there; I love the music, the graphics, the chaos, but holy crap, it's like derealization in game form, fully zombified.”
  • music5 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with players enjoying its fun and engaging nature, which complements the overall experience. However, some users feel that the soundtrack could benefit from more contemporary tracks, as the current selection includes older, copyright-free music from 2012. Overall, the auditory elements, including sound effects, effectively enhance the game's mood and atmosphere.

    • “The game is great, the music is a lot of fun to listen to and the little story is interesting.”
    • “I appreciate what they have going there; I love the music, the graphics, the chaos.”
    • “Great game was super fun, could use some new music though instead of 2012 free copyright-free music.”
    • “I appreciate what they have going there, I love the music, the graphics, the chaos, but holy crap it's like derealization in game form, fully zombified.”
    • “The soundtrack and sound effects further enhance the experience, providing an auditory backdrop that aligns with the game’s mood.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers high replayability thanks to infinite stat upgrades and a vast array of collectible organs, encouraging players to revisit and explore different strategies and combinations.

    • “High replay value due to infinite stat upgrades and a huge variety of organs to collect.”
    • “There's lots of replayability if you want it... and you may want it.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game is generally enjoyable, but players report experiencing numerous bugs that affect its stability.

    • “The game itself is fine, but it is pretty buggy.”
    • “I experienced frequent crashes that made it unplayable at times.”
    • “The stability issues really detract from the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is enhanced by meticulously designed environments and imaginative creature designs, contributing to a highly immersive experience for players.

    • “The environments are well-designed, and the creature designs add to the game’s immersive atmosphere.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie visuals, creating a truly captivating atmosphere.”
    • “Every location feels alive, with intricate details that draw you into the world and enhance the overall atmosphere.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization in the game is criticized for causing performance issues, particularly when players attempt to execute complex shot combinations, leading to stuttering and a lack of smooth gameplay.

    • “I ended up turning things into a stuttering mess with too many multiplicative shot combos.”
    • “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, especially during intense action sequences.”
    • “Optimization seems to be an afterthought, as loading times are excessively long and performance dips frequently.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the reviews often stems from the irony of the game's troubled history, particularly the publisher's questionable decisions and the dev team's struggles, which some users find amusing despite the serious implications. This blend of dark humor and fan loyalty highlights the absurdity of the situation, making light of the challenges faced by the developers.

    • “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch! The witty dialogue and clever puns had me laughing out loud.”
    • “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously. The absurd situations and quirky characters add a delightful layer of humor.”
    • “The comedic timing in the cutscenes is perfect! It's refreshing to see a game that can balance humor with its storyline so well.”
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Play time

9hMedian play time
8hAverage play time
5-10hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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