Black Beacon Hill

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Black Beacon Hill is a single player action game. It was developed by Kowloon Drop Bear and was released on November 16, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Black Beacon Hill" is a top-down bullet hell shooter with a unique twist: players can only control the aim of their pre-scripted attacks and movements. Set in a world where the ruling high chamber faces domestic and foreign challenges, the game features original soundtracks for each stage and promises a thrilling shooter experience with its innovative mechanic.

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Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews

story14 positive mentions

The game features an engaging story, great soundtrack, and unique gameplay mechanics that keep players invested.
It successfully combines elements of rhythm and shooter genres, providing a fun and challenging experience.
The visuals and presentation are impressive, with flashy effects that enhance the overall gameplay experience.

The main story is relatively short, and there is a desire for more content and updates.
The difficulty can spike significantly, which may be overwhelming for some players.
Readability during gameplay can be challenging due to cluttered visuals, making it hard to track actions.

story
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its engaging characters and unique narrative, although some note that the main storyline is relatively short. Many reviewers suggest that future installments could benefit from better integration of side stories with the main plot. Overall, the combination of a compelling story and a great soundtrack enhances the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable even for those who struggle with the game's difficulty.
- “The characters are amazing, and I kind of got invested in the story; I like it a lot.”
- “Black Beacon Hill is fun; the gameplay is just like Rim Ward Basilisk, and its new characters and a story set on new ground yet still with the looming threat of Hellion, along with a side story featuring the Rim Ward cast, is well worth it.”
- “But the story, for how simple it is, is something I love, along with the soundtrack in general; an absolute shame it isn't possible to get ahold of the songs separately, but it happens.”
- “Main story is kinda short.”
- “My only note is: in future arcs maybe side stories should intertwine with the main story more.”
- “I would suggest to add another difficulty between story and normal.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique and engaging concept that combines flashy, fun elements with a well-written narrative, making it enjoyable despite its challenges. While some players find the settings options and readability a bit lacking, the overall experience is enhanced by satisfying mechanics and a strong synchronization with the soundtrack. The game is praised for its presentation and style, offering a simple yet captivating gameplay experience.
- “Well written visual novel with flashy and fun gameplay sections to break up the flow.”
- “Very satisfying gameplay, and the graphics are perfect.”
- “But it's worth it for the unique gameplay and great story.”
- “A bit rough in terms of settings options, and readability in gameplay can be hard to parse sometimes.”
- “The gameplay itself is heavily scripted, but because all of the scripted parts are synced to music, it feels epic.”
- “And when you think you finished, there's a sidestory, which is even more crazy than the main one in both writing and gameplay.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with many players noting that the soundtrack is a significant draw and enhances the overall experience. The integration of music with gameplay elements creates an epic feel, although some users express disappointment that the songs are not available for separate purchase. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that complements the game's simple yet engaging story.
- “The music is pretty good too.”
- “Difficult game with good story and great soundtrack.”
- “I really like the soundtrack; I would say that it was the main draw for me.”
- “Part of that was the music and all the projectiles and effects, and part of that was because, at that point I was still confused about the fact that this game only uses a mouse.”
- “But the story for how simple it is is something I love, along with the soundtrack in general; an absolute shame it isn't possible to get ahold of the songs separately, but it happens.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised as "perfect," contributing to a satisfying gameplay experience; however, some users note that the visuals can become cluttered, making it difficult to understand damage indicators, especially in the fast-paced environment.
- “Very satisfying gameplay, and the graphics are perfect.”