Black Beacon Hill
- November 16, 2023
- Nowaki
Get on Steam"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.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and engaging gameplay concept that combines rhythm and action elements, making it feel epic and satisfying.
- The story is well-written and captivating, with interesting characters that draw players in and keep them invested.
- The soundtrack is highly praised, enhancing the overall experience and contributing to the game's appeal.
- The game has a steep difficulty spike, which may be challenging for some players, especially in later levels.
- There are limitations in settings options, such as resolution being locked to borderless windowed, which can affect the gameplay experience.
- Readability during gameplay can be difficult at times due to cluttered visuals, making it hard to track actions and avoid damage.
- story23 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its engaging characters and unique narrative, with many players finding themselves invested in both the main plot and its intriguing side stories. While some note the main story's brevity, the overall writing and gameplay are described as enjoyable and well-executed, enhancing the gaming experience. Additionally, the soundtrack complements the story, although some players express a desire for more interconnectedness between the main and side narratives in future installments.
“And when you think you finished, there's a side story, which is even crazier than the main one in both writing and gameplay.”
“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.”
“Main story is kinda short.”
“My only note is: in future arcs maybe side stories should intertwine with the main story more.”
“Compared to the side story missions which were made before this game for Rimward Basilisk's levels, the main missions tend to be a bit easier to react to, especially with the addition of the names below the characters making it easier to track individuals when you're getting attacked by multiple characters.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its heavily scripted sequences that are synchronized to music, creating an epic experience, though it can be challenging to read at times. Players appreciate the unique and satisfying gameplay mechanics, which are complemented by a well-written story and impressive graphics. Despite some rough edges in settings and readability, the overall presentation and style contribute to a compelling and enjoyable experience.
“But it's worth it for the unique gameplay and great story.”
“Very satisfying gameplay, and the graphics are perfect.”
“The gameplay itself is heavily scripted, but because all of the scripted parts are synced to music, it feels epic.”
“A bit rough in terms of settings options, and readability in gameplay can be hard to parse sometimes.”
“Ace Combat if the gameplay was as crazy as the story.”
- music9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its epic quality and strong synchronization with gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack as a significant draw, despite the disappointment that the songs aren't available for separate purchase. Overall, the combination of a simple yet engaging story and a compelling soundtrack contributes to the game's appeal, even for those who may struggle with its difficulty.
“The gameplay itself is heavily scripted, but because all of the scripted parts are synced to music, it feels epic.”
“I'm honestly not great at these kinds of games, but the story, soundtrack, and interesting gameplay concept were more than enough for me to see it through despite the challenge.”
“But the story for how simple it is is something I love, along with the soundtrack in general; it's an absolute shame it isn't possible to get ahold of the songs separately, but it happens.”
“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.”
“I really like the soundtrack; I would say that it was the main draw for me.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised as perfect and contribute to satisfying gameplay, though some users note that the visuals can become cluttered, making it difficult to understand damage indicators in the fast-paced environment.
“Very satisfying gameplay, and the graphics are perfect.”
“The visuals are quite cluttered, making it hard to understand why you're taking damage.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The art style is inconsistent, which detracts from the overall immersion of the game.”
