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BOY BEATS WORLD

If you enjoyed Crypt of the Necrodancer to any capacity, then you’ll definitely find a tune to dance to here. For those less inclined to bustin’ a move while you’re bustin’ heads, approach with caution. Boy Beats World won’t hesitate to put you in your place and expects you to get a grip on the groove right from the get-go. The dancefloor isn’t for everyone, but if you still got a taste for that sweet oscillating bitpop, waltz your way over to a walkthrough, ’cause this one could sell on its music alone.
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80%Game Brain Score
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100% User Score Based on 31 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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BOY BEATS WORLD is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Duckbridge and was released on May 28, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"BOY BEATS WORLD" is a rhythm-based action adventure game where you dance to save the world. Liberate districts, defeat robot leaders, and unlock new moves as you seek out humans with soulfulness to aid in your quest. Missing a beat is okay, and freestyle mode is available for those who fear their rhythm is lacking. Your goal is to restore color and life to the world, all through the power of dance.

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Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews
music17 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • BOY BEATS WORLD features a charming and unique world with a captivating storyline and humor that keeps players engaged.
  • The gameplay mechanics are accessible, allowing players of all skill levels to enjoy the rhythm-based combat, with options like freestyle mode and visual beat indicators.
  • The soundtrack is outstanding, providing a fun and energetic backdrop that enhances the overall experience of the game.
  • The introduction is slow, and the lack of a tutorial can make it challenging for new players to understand the mechanics and progression.
  • Some players may find the rhythm combat unintuitive, as it requires precise timing while managing enemy attacks, which can lead to frustration.
  • There are minor issues with input delay and color coding for beats that could be improved for better accessibility and gameplay experience.
  • music
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its amazing soundtrack, catchy beats, and ability to enhance the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable even for those without perfect rhythm. Players appreciate the variety of musical styles and the way the music integrates with combat mechanics, providing a fun and rewarding atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that adds charm and energy to the game.

    • “The soundtrack is nothing short of amazing.”
    • “The beats and the music are really quite good, making playing this game to the beat and listening to the music rather pleasurable.”
    • “An enjoyable journey filled with great electro music and fun rhythm battling in real-time as you move about the world.”
    • “The soundtracks play a very vital role in this game.”
    • “The dancefloor isn’t for everyone, but if you still got a taste for that sweet oscillating bitpop, waltz your way over to a walkthrough, ’cause this one could sell on its music alone.”
    • “Its filled with fun and amusing references to pop culture, and obviously has a very catchy soundtrack.”
  • gameplay
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in "Boy Beats World" is characterized by its rhythm-based mechanics that encourage players to experiment and discover the game's systems on their own. While the mechanics are straightforward, they provide a refreshing depth as players unlock new beats and abilities, enhancing the overall experience. The game features challenging boss fights and a forgiving respawn system, making it accessible yet engaging for both rhythm game enthusiasts and newcomers.

    • “Boy Beats World is a rhythm-based action-adventure game with simple mechanics but enough going on that it adds a refreshing amount of depth to the gameplay.”
    • “As you progress through the game, you'll unlock new beats and new mechanics to use to enhance your gameplay and keep it refreshing, hitting actions on beat to dance, dodge, and damage enemies all while making sure you're matching the tempo and staying alive.”
    • “Boss fights are fairly challenging, with new mechanics and attacks opening up as you lower their health bars, leading to interesting fights and surprises that might catch the player off guard, such as different laser patterns, summoning familiars and mobs to fight for them, or even detaching their own head to act as a separate enemy you'll have to keep track of.”
    • “Not everything is explained right away, and it seems expected of the player to figure out and try out the mechanics (and progression) themselves.”
    • “Gameplay is pretty straightforward, nothing too deep or fancy.”
    • “Do keep in mind that there are some sections of the game that seem to be intentionally designed as bottlenecks requiring rather skillful gameplay to get past.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics feature a simplistic pixel-based design that is enhanced by vibrant colors and charming styling, making it visually appealing and engaging. Players appreciate the combination of attractive visuals and a solid soundtrack, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.

    • “Very vibrant and colorful visuals.”
    • “A really solid soundtrack and easy to digest yet charming sprite graphics make Boy Beats World a very fun and exciting little game.”
    • “The graphics of the game are a simplistic pixel-based design, but the colors and styling add enough flair to keep it visually attractive and engaging to look at.”
    • “The visuals are very vibrant and colorful.”
    • “I loved everything about it from the music to the graphics.”
  • story
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's storyline is described as intriguing and carefully woven, featuring a nonsensical yet enjoyable narrative complemented by quirky characters and great visuals. While some players may not be heavily invested in the story, it is generally regarded as a fun aspect of the rhythm action adventure.

    • “A carefully woven storyline that is intriguing.”
    • “The general story arc is the best kind of nonsensical, and the music is obviously one of this adventure's best features.”
    • “Interesting story and great visuals to go along with it.”
    • “I'm not too much into the story.”
    • “A fun but unpolished rhythm action adventure with a quirky story and silly and crazy characters.”
  • humor
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is consistently praised for its witty dialogue and clever writing, often eliciting genuine laughter from players. Many reviewers highlight the engaging and humorous interactions with characters, which add a personal touch to the experience and provide insightful commentary on modern labor. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its charm and enjoyment.

    • “For as rough and simple as it may be at first glance, there's a good variety to the combat to keep it interesting, and the personal touches in the humor and composer's notes really make it an experience.”
    • “The humor in the dialogue is also something to praise, as it keeps you talking to every character just to see what little goofy comment they'll make.”
    • “Oh yeah, and the dialogue is consistently laugh-out-loud funny as well as perceptive in its commentary on the state of modern labor.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report a stable experience with no bugs or glitches encountered, indicating a smooth performance overall.

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BOY BEATS WORLD is a action adventure game.

BOY BEATS WORLD is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

BOY BEATS WORLD was released on May 28, 2021.

BOY BEATS WORLD was developed by Duckbridge.

BOY BEATS WORLD has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its graphics.

BOY BEATS WORLD is a single player game.

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