Biped
- September 18, 2020
- NEXT Studios
- 5h median play time
Biped is a unique 3d "platformer" with a really interesting way of moving your character. Entertaining in both single player and co-op, Biped is packed full of creative obstacles and unique challenges.
"Biped" is a Kids Platformer game that features local multi-player options for up to 2 players in a co-op mode. You control a bipedal robot's two legs using simple controls and can play solo or with a friend/family member for a fun and bonding experience. The game offers innovative gameplay, cute visuals, and a good soundtrack.
Reviews
- Biped is a fun and charming co-op game that encourages teamwork and communication, leading to many laughs.
- The unique control scheme, where players control each leg of their character independently, adds a fun and challenging twist to gameplay.
- The game features colorful graphics and engaging puzzles, making it a delightful experience for players.
- The game is quite short, with the main campaign taking only a few hours to complete, which may leave players wanting more content.
- Some players have reported issues with online co-op connectivity and lag, which can detract from the overall experience.
- The difficulty can be inconsistent, with some levels feeling overly easy while others can be frustratingly challenging.
- gameplay162 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Biped" is characterized by its unique cooperative mechanics that require players to control each robot's legs independently, leading to both hilarious and challenging moments. While the game offers engaging puzzles and charming visuals, some players find the controls frustrating, especially in single-player mode, and note that the overall experience can be short-lived. Despite these criticisms, many reviewers appreciate the inventive mechanics and the fun that comes from playing with friends, making it a delightful co-op adventure.
“Each new stage introduces new things that help the puzzles feel very different from one another while still maintaining the core gameplay of collaboration between the two players.”
“This charming co-op adventure game combines adorable characters, clever puzzles, and cooperative gameplay that will bring a smile to your face.”
“The gameplay is unique and fun, with interesting environments.”
“The singleplayer gameplay itself is awful, not well explained, and not PC friendly (I luckily had an Xbox controller, but god forbid those who don't).”
“The control mechanics of this game are so frustrating.”
“Bad gameplay, good concepts, but gameplay is so terrible, not worth getting.”
- humor93 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is consistently praised, with players highlighting its ability to generate laughter through cooperative gameplay, quirky mechanics, and adorable visuals. Many reviews note that the game is particularly hilarious when played with friends or loved ones, leading to moments of chaos and funny mishaps that enhance the overall experience. Overall, it is described as a charming and funny game that provides endless entertainment and laughter, making it a great choice for cooperative play.
“It's an adorable puzzle-platformer that can lead to some hilarious chaos between you and a friend.”
“We spent hours laughing more than we have all year; it is adorable and funny.”
“The teamwork required in the co-op campaign is incredibly fun, requires a fair amount of coordinated teamwork/communication, and never fails to leave me laughing like an idiot.”
- story72 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally described as simplistic and short, with most players completing it in about 3 to 6 hours. While the cute characters and cooperative gameplay are appreciated, many reviewers noted a lack of depth and engagement in the narrative, often feeling that the story serves merely as a backdrop for the puzzles. Despite its brevity, the game is still considered fun, especially in co-op mode, with additional challenges available after the main story.
“The characters, story, music... everything is so cute!!”
“The simple story line is tied to the co-op.”
“Pleasant character and level designs, simplistic story, good core mechanics to make it stand out from similar games.”
“The story is lacking, especially considering that nothing much happens when finishing puzzles, including the last one.”
“The only downside is that the main 'story' is just too short.”
“I wish there were more levels in the main story and I hope there are DLCs or something like that because it's sad to see such a good game be cast away after 2-3 hours.”
- graphics69 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute, colorful, and charming aesthetic, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the whimsical visuals and engaging art style, noting that they contribute to a fun and cooperative atmosphere. The graphics are described as simple yet appealing, with a joyful palette that complements the game's mechanics and sound design, making it a delightful experience for both solo and co-op play.
“The game's intuitive controls make it easy to jump right into the action, and the stunning visuals create a whimsical world to explore.”
“The graphics are beautiful and elegant in their simplicity, shining with a joyful palette.”
“Brilliant co-op game with beautiful graphics, challenging levels and a lot of fun to play.”
“Graphics don't matter in this game.”
“But the visuals are carried by a pretty art style and fun color palette.”
“The complexity of the puzzles can't compare to those of Portal, but it's a different kind of game, with a collection of coins and a much cuter aesthetic.”
- music39 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as cute, charming, and fitting well with the overall aesthetic, enhancing the lighthearted experience. While many players appreciate the upbeat and memorable soundtrack, some express frustration over the inability to separate music volume from sound effects, wishing for more control over their audio experience. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's appeal, though opinions vary on its quality and repetitiveness.
“The animation, sounds, and soundtrack are perfect for this little robot world!”
“All of that combined with an amazing sound design, fun and light music, and nice low-poly aesthetics.”
“The soundtrack and sound effects are simple but charming, and the graphical style is definitely cute and brightly colored.”
“Speaking of annoying, I also didn’t like the music.”
“I want to turn the (in my opinion) terrible music off but keep hearing the rest.”
“My only gripe is, why is there only one volume for both music and sound effects?”
- replayability13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while the addition of a workshop and various achievements can enhance replay value, many players find the main game and challenge levels short, typically completing them in just a few hours. The lack of substantial content beyond the initial playthrough and the repetitive nature of grinding for achievements limit long-term engagement, leaving players wishing for more levels or DLC to extend the experience.
“Clean visuals, memorable music and sounds, and plenty of replay value await you.”
“There are multiple different achievements to try and get through each level for replayability.”
“There are awards for each level (time trial, etc.) that encourage replayability.”
“The downside is that the game does not seem that long, and does not seem to have a lot of replay value.”
“Zero replayability; the main game and all the challenge levels can be beaten in about 3 or 4 hours. To 100% the achievements, you have to grind out levels, doing the same few levels over and over to get enough coins to unlock all the outfits for the last achievement.”
“Nice game for a chill co-op session, but due to the nature of the game, it is pretty short and has limited replayability.”
- stability10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant bugs, glitches, and crashes that affect gameplay, particularly in co-op mode. While a few users report a smooth experience with no issues, others highlight problems such as save glitches and freezing, indicating that stability may vary widely among players. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, it requires attention to its stability issues for a better experience.
“No bugs, no glitches, no lag.”
“It feels a little short as a co-op title (3-4 hours for the main game, add an additional 6 to 8 for the challenges), but other than that, it is adorable, bug-free, and plenty of fun by yourself or with someone else. Just be careful your fingers don't get tired as you waddle your little robutt around!”
“I have checked my internet connection and run various troubleshooting steps on my end just to make sure, but it is definitely the game.”
“Overall it's very nice but please fix the editor; it has so many save glitches and you can't really place your own terrain, it's just the models from the already existing ones.”
“The game freezes my whole PC and then crashes.”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and time-consuming, often requiring significant investment to achieve 100% completion. While some enjoy the concept, the grind can lead to frustration and a sense of stagnation in gameplay. Overall, the grinding is described as tedious and reminiscent of typical MMO experiences.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“That means the entire game appears to have come to a grinding halt and we cannot play anymore, which is sad as I really like the concept and was having a blast.”
“It took us 11 hours to 100% the game with the pro co-op levels and about an hour of grinding coins to buy everything in the store.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally engaging, noting a mix of frustration with controls and a sense of relief upon completing challenges. Despite the challenges, the game's wholesome art style and message of teamwork contribute to an overall heartwarming experience.
“Overall, it is a truly fun and heartwarming game.”
“+ wholesome message of teamwork”
“Love the mad controls and the art style is wholesome.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with players noting performance issues on certain hardware configurations and difficulties in online server stability. While local co-op runs smoothly, users suggest that simple adjustments could enhance the overall experience, particularly regarding visibility of collectibles and gameplay length.
“No major issues encountered when playing local co-op and everything runs smoothly.”
“Some very simple tweaks would make it much more enjoyable, like shadows on collectibles, which you will die trying to pick up since you don't know where they really are.”
“I had performance problems (RTX 2060 Super and Ryzen 3600), spent lots of time to make it match the refresh rate of my screen and run smoothly.”
“The online optimization is lacking; the server performance is not very good.”
“The gameplay feels a bit repetitive due to poor optimization.”
“The optimization issues lead to longer wait times and a less engaging experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game effectively captures the essence of its environments, integrating atmospheric elements into the gameplay. While some levels are more enjoyable than others, the consistent movement mechanics provide a solid foundation throughout the experience, with challenging levels adding an extra layer of fun.
“The game does a great job of capturing the spirit of the area you are playing in, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.”
“As you progress further in the game, new mechanics reveal themselves, but the consistent movement mechanics ensure that the atmosphere remains engaging throughout.”
“Some levels are more fun than others, but the overall atmosphere keeps you invested in the challenges presented.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth and immersion that I expected from the game.”
“Despite the game's potential, the overall atmosphere is dull and fails to engage the player, making it hard to stay invested.”
“The environments are repetitive and lack variety, which detracts from the overall atmosphere and makes exploration feel tedious.”
Critic Reviews
Biped review
Biped is a unique 3d "platformer" with a really interesting way of moving your character. Entertaining in both single player and co-op, Biped is packed full of creative obstacles and unique challenges.
85%Biped (Nintendo Switch)
Biped is perfectly suited to the Nintendo Switch, providing plenty of fun for you and a pal, even if it’s short-lived.
80%Biped Review
Biped is a lovely co-op game that’s bursting with unique challenges and obstacles to overcome. It’s fun both on your own or with a friend locally, and despite the fact there’s not a tonne of meat on its bones, the game nevertheless displays a level of polish and charm that’s rarely found in smaller titles such as this. Definitely one to keep an eye on if you’re after a fun co-op experience, but be warned that it's more limited in scope than you might expect.
70%