BiT Evolution
- June 8, 2015
- Major Games
Get on SteamIn BiT Evolution, players journey through different eras of gaming, controlling the hero BiT and switching between two worlds to battle enemies and overcome obstacles. This nostalgic platformer features multiple ways to play, evolving levels, and an original soundtrack. Experience unique gameplay styles and collect pixels as you work to defeat the Evil Dr. Malek.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique mechanic where players are sent to a 'code world' upon dying, allowing for creative navigation and exploration.
- The graphics evolve throughout the game, providing a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic platformers.
- Collecting pixels adds an engaging challenge, encouraging exploration and replayability.
- The level design becomes inconsistent and frustrating, particularly in the later stages, leading to a decline in overall quality.
- Controls can feel imprecise and unresponsive, making platforming more difficult than it should be.
- Numerous bugs, including issues with boss encounters and sound effects, detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay22 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a unique mechanic that adds a twist to the platforming experience, but it suffers from issues as level complexity increases, leading to frustrating spawn points and imprecise controls. While the game offers some enjoyable moments, particularly in collectible hunting, many levels feel like filler and lack engaging design, resulting in a repetitive and sometimes tedious experience. Overall, it may appeal to those seeking a less challenging platformer, but it falls short in delivering a consistently fun gameplay experience.
“An amusing and somewhat difficult fast-paced platformer with a neat, somewhat unique mechanic that gives it a little twist from what else is out there.”
“Gameplay-wise, it has an interesting mechanic, and searching for the collectibles is more fun than it is frustrating.”
“If you want a solid platformer that isn't too difficult and has a neat game mechanic (around dying), then you'll really enjoy this game.”
“The controls are stiff and imprecise, the levels are mostly filler with no interesting mechanics, and the difficulty is mostly 'screw up a jump, backtrack 15 feet, wait 5 seconds, try again.' To top it off, near the end of the 4th world, the boss blatantly rubberbands after you, and everything is a one-hit kill.”
“The controls and physics work fine, but the level design doesn't do enough to make use of the game's concepts and mechanics.”
“In the early game, this rarely causes problems, but as the complexity of the level design increases, this mechanic starts to break quite often, and you end up spawning inside enemies, spikes, and even walls in the 'realm of code.' The mechanics just aren’t as much fun.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally competent, with a noticeable improvement as players progress through different worlds, particularly the standout second world. While some users appreciate the light-hearted and aesthetically pleasing design, others find the graphics basic and lacking in detail. Overall, the visuals are decent but overshadowed by gameplay flaws.
“You start out with simple graphics and on each world they get better and better.”
“It's light-hearted, aesthetically pleasing, and has its challenging bits.”
“Graphics - bit graphics, basic”
“Graphics - bit graphics, basic”
“The graphics vary, but are competent overall, with the 2nd world really standing out to me.”
- story10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed feedback, with some players praising it as "absolutely wonderful," while others find it lacking in depth and humor, resulting in a lack of personality. Many players seem more focused on gameplay challenges than the narrative itself, indicating that the story may not be a primary draw for all.
“Absolutely wonderful story.”
“There’s also not a lot going on in terms of story and humor, leaving the game with little personality.”
“Story - lacking a little”
“I'm not much in it for the story though, more interested in the challenge to it.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its charming bitsy style, effectively capturing the nostalgic essence of old gaming systems while maintaining a unique identity. Reviewers appreciate how each world's theme complements its atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
“Love the concept, music is great as well.”
“Each world's theme and music suits the feeling of the old systems without entirely looking like those old games.”
“The music feels very simplistic and lacks depth.”
“The soundtrack doesn't really capture the essence of the game.”
“The music is repetitive and becomes annoying after a while.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the tension and anticipation players feel when navigating challenges, such as the need to maintain distance from a boss while triggering significant events. This mechanic adds a layer of suspense, enhancing the overall emotional engagement with the gameplay.
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is characterized by a mix of experiences, with users reporting occasional glitches that impact gameplay. While some players find these issues manageable, others express frustration with the inconsistencies.
“Aside from that and a few glitches here and there, I have to say I had a mixed bag when it comes to playing this game.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely lacking, contributing to a minimalistic story and resulting in an overall absence of personality.
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be largely unengaging, with boss fights often described as either dull or excessively tedious, contributing to a frustrating experience.
“The boss fights range between bland and incredibly tedious.”
