Gamedev Beatdown
- September 24, 2021
- qyjo
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Reviews
- The game features a unique and humorous take on game development, with engaging writing and fun mechanics.
- The art style is appealing and reminiscent of classic indie games, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.
- Players appreciate the addictive nature of the game and its interesting choices, making it a fun experience despite its short length.
- The game lacks optimization for controllers, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- Many players encountered bugs and issues that hindered progression, including hard blocks and UI problems.
- The game feels incomplete, with some players expressing disappointment over the absence of additional acts and replay value.
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky writing and clever pop culture references, reminiscent of titles like Monster Prom and Citizens of Earth. Players appreciate the pun-based dialogue that adds levity to challenging decisions, making the experience both entertaining and engaging. Overall, the game is praised for its funny content, interesting choices, and appealing art style.
“Short, sweet, and incredibly funny!”
“Gamedev beatdown is very entertaining with extremely funny and quirky writing.”
“Even though you will end up making difficult choices that can impact your game in terms of sales or customer satisfaction, the game has pun-based humorous dialogue lines that will make you laugh and make the tough decisions look trivial.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The story in the game is described as simple yet tight, with a quirky narrative that humorously explores the game development process within the gaming industry. Reviewers appreciate the engaging storyline and the nostalgic art style, highlighting it as a standout feature of the game. Overall, the combination of fun mechanics and a well-crafted plot contributes to a positive gaming experience.
“The story was simple but tight, the mechanics were fun and everything worked smoothly, and the graphics were fun; they reminded me a little of the Newgrounds era for some reason. The whole game has a Newgrounds vibe, actually.”
“Art is 10/10 and the storyline is even better.”
“Gamedev Beatdown is a turn-based action RPG game with a quirky story depicting the development of games in the gaming industry.”
“Heck, if they took the acts and turned you into the bad guy in the end, it would be a great story and could ease you into harder and harder challenges over a couple more acts.”
“The story was simple but tight; the mechanics were fun, everything worked smoothly, and the graphics were enjoyable. They reminded me a little of the Newgrounds era for some reason. The whole game has a Newgrounds vibe, actually.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their engaging art style, reminiscent of the Newgrounds era, which complements the fun gameplay and smooth mechanics. The development team has invested in hiring full art and tech teams to enhance the visual experience, contributing to the overall positive reception of the game's aesthetics.
“The story was simple but tight, the mechanics were fun and everything worked smoothly, and the graphics were enjoyable (they reminded me a little of the Newgrounds era for some reason. The whole game has a Newgrounds vibe actually).”
“Overall a very funny game with a great art style and fun gameplay.”
“Roguelike, turn-based fights, and a good art style.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Gameplay is characterized by a simple yet cohesive story and enjoyable mechanics that function smoothly, evoking a nostalgic Newgrounds aesthetic. However, some players noted issues with poorly implemented mechanics and a lack of innovation, particularly in the turn-based combat, which feels familiar and unoriginal.
“The story was simple but tight, the mechanics were fun and everything worked smoothly, and the graphics were enjoyable, reminiscent of the Newgrounds era.”
“The lone designer keeps messing up mechanics and only gets negative stats every encounter.”
“I got to the end of the project and realized there are no mechanics.”
“The turn-based fighting is similar to all other turn-based games, which makes it easier for players to learn the gameplay.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its poor optimization for controller use, and while it features a development theme, it lacks substantial business elements that could enhance gameplay.
“Not very optimized for controllers; the whole game development aspect feels more like a theme rather than incorporating actual business elements.”
“The game suffers from significant performance issues, making it frustrating to play even on high-end systems.”
“There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, which detracts from the overall experience and immersion.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is generally rated around 7.75/10, indicating that while it has potential, it could benefit from additional polish, improved advertising strategies, and more engaging content.
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users find the game enjoyable for a short period, but ultimately feel it lacks replay value, leading to a diminished long-term appeal.
“It's a fun game for a few hours until you realize there's zero replay value.”
“Once you finish the main story, there's really nothing left to draw you back in.”
“The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
