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85%Game Brain Score
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89% User Score Based on 2,216 reviews
Critic Score 76%Based on 4 reviews

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Biped is a single player and multiplayer open world platformer game with kids and science fiction themes. It was developed by NEXT Studios and was released on March 26, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Biped is a coop action game with physics. Take Aku and Sila on a fun and bonding adventure, overcoming original challenges and saving Earth from going dark. - 30 exotic stages to explore, many secrets to uncover - supports both local 2 player coop and solo play - collect treasures and customize your bipeds

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89%
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gameplay107 positive mentions
grinding19 negative mentions
  • Unique and clever co-op gameplay that requires coordination and communication, making it a fun and rewarding experience when played with a friend or partner.
  • Charming, colorful, and visually pleasing art style with adorable robot characters and a fitting, upbeat soundtrack.
  • Short but well-designed levels offer variety and inventive mechanics; includes additional challenge levels and user-generated content (level editor) for extended playtime.
  • Online co-op has persistent connectivity issues and bugs that frustrate multiplayer experience, including problems joining games and save progress.
  • Controls can be difficult and clunky to master, especially with mouse and keyboard; a controller is highly recommended for the best experience.
  • The game is relatively short with limited content, making it better suited for purchase during sales rather than full price; some puzzle and level design choices may become repetitive or frustrating.
  • gameplay
    306 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is centered on a unique, cooperative movement mechanic controlling each leg independently, offering a fresh and often hilarious puzzle-solving experience. While some find the controls initially challenging or occasionally frustrating, especially in solo mode or without a controller, the game delivers creative, varied mechanics across levels that keep the gameplay engaging and enjoyable, particularly in co-op. However, the overall gameplay experience is relatively short and can feel repetitive, with limited depth in mechanic iteration and occasional control issues.

    • “What sets Biped apart from other co-op games is not just its adorable presentation, but its core mechanic: walking, balancing, and interacting with the world entirely through individual leg controls. It’s a brilliantly original mechanic that turns even mundane movements into opportunities for laughter and collaboration, especially in co-op mode.”
    • “The defining mechanical idea is simple and inspired: each stick controls one leg, which makes locomotion itself a puzzle. Environments steadily introduce new hazards and mechanics, keeping the difficulty curve engaging without feeling unfair. Biped is an elegant, cooperative design that turns a minimal premise into a memorable mechanical experience.”
    • “After that, each level has 2 additional "pro levels", which have very tough challenges based on the mechanics from the corresponding story mission. The levels and mechanics were varied enough to always feel fresh and this game was easily worth the price.”
    • “Certain elements of the game pick and choose when they want to work properly, for example, the rolling mechanic sometimes decides at random points on a completely flat surface that it doesn't want you to be able to roll anymore and you have to manually walk.”
    • “The challenge levels take all the worst parts of these horrible water mechanics and makes it even worse with whacky timing; playing on even mild ping makes it an exercise in madness.”
    • “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).”
  • humor
    171 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is widely praised for its humor, particularly in co-op mode where coordinating movement leads to hilarious moments, chaotic mishaps, and plenty of laughter between players. Its quirky controls, slapstick physics, and cute robot characters create a fun, lighthearted experience that often results in shared amusement and memorable funny failures. While sometimes frustrating, the humor consistently shines, making it an entertaining and charming cooperative adventure.

    • “Biped is the kind of game that turns two adults into two laughing idiots in seconds — and that’s exactly why it’s great.”
    • “Get ready for the fact that you will shout at each other, swear at clumsiness and end up just rolling on the floor laughing.”
    • “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.”
  • story
    152 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a very light, simplistic story primarily serving as a backdrop for its cooperative puzzle gameplay, emphasizing fun and accessibility over deep narrative or character development. The main story is short—usually completed within 3-4 hours—and geared toward family-friendly enjoyment, with additional challenging "pro" levels offering extended play beyond the brief campaign. While some players find the narrative minimal or somewhat lacking, it generally complements rather than distracts from the core cooperative experience.

    • “It has a simple story to understand, fun puzzles that are great for kids and adults alike, interesting control schemes that give me heavy lbp vibes, and in general the game is obviously a huge labor of love from the developers.”
    • “There is room for deeper characterisation, yet the game’s concise storytelling serves its primary purpose: to give context and a light emotional tether to otherwise gameplay-led progression.”
    • “The night we completed the story line, I played through the training and first stage solo. My 13 yr old and 6 yr old can also play this and have fun - mr 6 was able to complete the solo main story via keyboard and mouse controls.”
    • “There is no plot or storyline to this game.”
    • “The story is lacking, especially considering that nothing much happens when finishing puzzles, including the last one.”
    • “The story/objective was never explained and main characters don't have personalities or dialogue, so it wasn't a story-driven game.”
  • graphics
    129 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features charming, cute, and vibrant graphics with a colorful, minimalist, and cartoony art style that enhances its fun, lighthearted atmosphere. Visuals are smooth, polished, and well-optimized, contributing significantly to an enjoyable cooperative puzzle experience, though some note the simplicity of textures and occasional performance issues on lower-end systems. Overall, the appealing aesthetics and pleasant animations are considered a standout aspect, complemented by fitting sound design and music.

    • “Visuals are one of the game’s strongest points, and the beauty here is real.”
    • “The graphics are beautiful and elegant in their simplicity, shining with a joyful palette.”
    • “The game uses a cartoony, minimalist art style that’s both appealing and functional.”
    • “Trial and error, I don't recall the game telling me about it and there's such little graphical difference between the two blocks that you cannot be blamed for thinking you wouldn't be able to skate on either one.”
    • “Runs slow on my computer, and seems like more of the budget for creating the game was on graphics instead of story design/ease of gameplay.”
    • “It's a fact that further textures don't look detailed at all, but the graphics in general fit the game.”
  • music
    62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is consistently praised for being upbeat, cheerful, and charming, complementing the bright, colorful visuals and enhancing the overall relaxing yet engaging atmosphere. However, several users express frustration over the single volume control for both music and sound effects, wishing for separate sliders to better customize their audio experience. Overall, the soundtrack is regarded as enjoyable and fitting, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The soundtrack complements the gameplay with upbeat, adventurous themes that adapt well to each stage’s tempo.”
    • “Sound design and music complement the visual charm with a light, upbeat tone.”
    • “The music is outstanding for its low budget, featuring a mix of upbeat world music instrumentals.”
    • “As if that wasn't enough, there is only one volume control for everything, so you can't mute the childish music.”
    • “I want to lower the music but keep the sound effects volume as is but there's only one volume control for both, which is very uncommon and somewhat frustrating!”
    • “I want to turn the (in my opinion) terrible music off but keep hearing the rest.”
  • grinding
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Grinding in the game is generally considered tedious and somewhat excessive, especially when aiming to unlock all costumes and achieve full completion. While some grinding is manageable and not overwhelming, the coin economy and repetitive tasks can lead to frustration. Overall, the grind detracts from the experience for many players, requiring significant time and effort to achieve 100% completion.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The achievements to buy all the hats are rather grindy and require repeating the tutorial at least 30 additional times.”
    • “The economy is very bad, which translates to grinding a lot to buy the remaining hats.”
  • replayability
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers moderate replayability through creative community features, optional collectibles, time challenges, and various achievements encouraging mastery and speedruns. However, its short main story and ease of puzzle completion limit long-term engagement for many players. Workshop support and multiplayer options add some replay value, but overall, replayability is seen as decent but not extensive.

    • “It's lighthearted and rewarding, offering a breezy main story with plenty of replayability through its creative community features.”
    • “The game also includes optional collectibles and time-based challenges, adding replayability and extra objectives for players seeking to master each level.”
    • “There's definitely replayability with medals for speed and no deaths, and also some bonus technical levels, so the amount of content is there too if you're into those things.”
    • “Limited replayability once puzzles are solved.”
    • “The downside is that the game does not seem that long, and does not seem to have a lot of replay value.”
    • “Zero replayability, 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 the same few levels repeatedly to unlock all the outfits.”
  • emotional
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Biped delivers a charming and wholesome emotional experience centered on teamwork and lighthearted chaos, evoking laughter and heartfelt moments, especially in co-op play. Its endearing robot characters, expressive animations, and gentle storytelling create a warm emotional connection without complex character arcs. While solo play can be more frustrating, the game's playful charm and humor resonate strongly with many players.

    • “The puzzles were challenging but oh my goodness, I cried laughing so hard while playing with my friend and I can't wait for the second game to release.”
    • “Animations are smooth and full of character, particularly the way the little robots wobble, stumble, and spin as they navigate obstacles, adding a layer of personality that helps players emotionally invest in their clunky companions.”
    • “Co-op had headpats, gameplay so cute I cried, and robots are adorable.”
  • stability
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Stability issues are prominent in this game, with frequent bugs, glitches, crashes, and problematic controls, especially in coop mode and the level editor. While some players report a mostly bug-free experience, many others find the bugs and crashes significantly impact gameplay and enjoyment.

    • “No bugs, no glitches, no lag.”
    • “It is adorable, bug-free, and plenty of fun by yourself or with someone else.”
    • “It feels a little short as a co-op title (3-4 hours for the main game, and an additional 6 to 8 for the challenges), but other than that, it is enjoyable.”
    • “I got it on 85% off and I think that is about the right asking price for how buggy the game is.”
    • “The game freezes my whole PC and then crashes.”
    • “No matter what we tried, after 30 minutes of troubleshooting it still didn’t work.”
  • atmosphere
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a charming, playful, and cozy atmosphere enhanced by cute animations, satisfying sound effects, and colorful, varied levels. It maintains a relaxing and friendly vibe throughout, making even challenging moments enjoyable without frustration. The atmosphere effectively reflects each level's spirit and complements the overall gameplay experience.

    • “Sound effects—like the satisfying “clink” of metal legs on surfaces or the goofy robotic chirps of communication—add personality and reinforce the game’s playful atmosphere.”
    • “Great 2 player experience with a wonderfully cute atmosphere.”
    • “Also the animations are cute and clumsy, the overall atmosphere is relaxing, so even falling to your death does not frustrate at all.”
  • optimization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Optimization is a mixed aspect for this game, with notable performance issues reported especially on keyboard and mouse setups despite decent hardware. While local co-op runs smoothly, server-side online optimization is lacking, and some graphical tweaks could improve gameplay clarity and overall performance.

    • “No major issues encountered when playing local co-op; everything runs smoothly.”
    • “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.”
    • “With such graphics, the game should be more optimized.”
    • “Terrible game performance for keyboard and mouse players.”
    • “Really fun and tricky, but with such graphics, it should be more optimized.”
    • “Disadvantages: the server optimization is poor, which affects online play.”
  • character development
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development is praised for its unique and visually appealing design, complemented by engaging sounds. The characters are well-crafted, contributing positively to the overall gaming experience.

    • “Great character design.”
    • “Unique controls, cute character design and graphics, and just the right level of difficulty.”
    • “Character design and sounds were very pleasing to the senses.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Monetization is a mixed aspect, with some users appreciating the absence of microtransactions and the ability to earn skins through gameplay, while others criticize the developers for perceived cash grab tactics and questionable business practices.

    • “No microtransactions, just play the game and grind coins to get good-looking skins.”
    • “Super sketchy move by the devs and it reeks of them trying to make a cash grab in whatever new asset flip they're shilling.”
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Biped is a open world platformer game with kids and science fiction themes.

Biped is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 6 hours playing Biped.

Biped was released on March 26, 2020.

Biped was developed by NEXT Studios.

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

Biped is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Unravel Two, Overcooked 2, Heavenly Bodies, ibb & obb, Shift Happens and others.