I Am Your Beast

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"I Am Your Beast" is a single-player shooter game with an interesting plot, featuring secret agent Alphonse Harding in a covert revenge thriller against the military-industrial complex. The game boasts good mechanics, spectacular music, and a fully voiced story campaign with 20+ levels in a comic book-inspired art style. As you sneak, climb, and shoot your way through the North American wilderness, use enemy equipment against them and complete chase side objectives for the fastest times.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

99%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,191 reviews

story373 positive mentions

grinding11 negative mentions

Fast-paced gameplay that makes you feel like a badass.
Incredible voice acting and a surprisingly engaging story.
Great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.

The game is relatively short, taking around 2-3 hours to complete the main story.
Progression is sometimes gated behind achieving specific ranks or completing bonus objectives.
Enemy AI can be quite basic, leading to predictable encounters.

story
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The story in "I Am Your Beast" is generally well-received, with many players praising its engaging narrative and strong voice acting, despite its brevity of around 2-3 hours. While some find the plot somewhat cliché, it effectively complements the fast-paced gameplay, and the character development, particularly of the protagonist Alphonse Harding, adds depth to the experience. The storytelling is delivered through text and audio, which, although minimalistic, captivates players and enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The story is compelling and centers around Harding, an ex-military who has secluded himself in the woods and goes on a revenge path against his former employer.”
- “The voice acting and storytelling are genuinely amazing, making the narrative engaging despite its brevity.”
- “I went into this game thinking it would be a fun fast-paced shooter, but what I didn't expect was to be hit with an amazing soundtrack, a compelling story, and phenomenal voice acting.”
- “The voice work can be a little cringe at times, and the story is... well, it exists, but it's bare-bones - but I did get some chuckles once in a while (especially in the after main-story missions).”
- “There is a story carrying over through the levels which was fine, but pretty unengaging because it was delivered entirely in cut scenes that were just words of radio dialogue against an alpine background, which is a shame because the voice acting and dialogue writing was pretty good.”
- “The only downside of this game is that the story is pretty short, taking around an hour to complete.”
music
517 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "I Am Your Beast" has received widespread acclaim for its energetic and immersive soundtrack, which perfectly complements the fast-paced gameplay and enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to elevate the game's adrenaline-fueled action, with many tracks described as "bangers" that keep players engaged and motivated. While some players noted a tonal mismatch with certain tracks, the majority agree that the music is a standout feature, making it a must-listen even outside of gameplay.
- “The music is incredible, and weirdly, for a game like this, it's surprisingly well written!”
- “The gameplay, the visuals, the music, and the voice acting all blend perfectly together to create a game that just makes your adrenaline soar as you try and find the fastest and best path to the end of each level.”
- “The soundtrack is one of the best this year, not a single dud in the track list.”
- “The high-energy gameplay is supported by a fitting soundtrack that keeps up with the frantic pace, although the trailer music—which also plays during the final mission—is a significant tonal mismatch and could deter players who find it grating.”
- “The soundtrack I have mixed feelings on as while some tracks are great others get very tiring with blaring music constantly assaulting your ears whenever you're replaying a level for that high rating, which resulted in me muting the music for some levels.”
- “The music is too loud.”
gameplay
485 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "I Am Your Beast" is widely praised for its fast-paced, fluid mechanics that create an adrenaline-fueled experience reminiscent of titles like "Hotline Miami" and "Neon White." Players appreciate the satisfying combat, responsive controls, and engaging level design, although some note that the mechanics can feel repetitive and lack depth over time. Overall, the game offers a compelling blend of action, music, and narrative that keeps players coming back for more, despite its relatively short campaign.
- “The gameplay, the visuals, the music, and the voice acting all blend perfectly together to create a game that makes your adrenaline soar as you try to find the fastest and best path to the end of each level.”
- “The gameplay is extremely fun and smooth, and the story is also really good.”
- “The gameplay is addictive and so rewarding as you decimate platoons of soldiers, chasing the clock to beat your times while utilizing the limited equipment you can find to create the perfect montage.”
- “The mechanics aren't that deep to make replaying levels particularly interesting, especially since all of the levels are similar to each other, so the entire game is more or less just replaying the same level.”
- “My main complaint is a lack of unique mechanics; it's just box-standard shooter stuff.”
- “The gameplay doesn't have a whole lot to it, and mostly comes down to spamming random buttons to pick up weapons as fast as possible and to empty the mags on the enemies. The guns also break when you throw them, which is really frustrating.”
graphics
113 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "I Am Your Beast" have received widespread acclaim for their unique comic book-inspired art style, which enhances the fast-paced gameplay while remaining clear and readable. Players appreciate the vibrant visuals, smooth animations, and effective use of color, all of which contribute to an immersive experience. Overall, the game's graphics are described as stylish, captivating, and well-integrated with its dynamic gameplay and soundtrack.
- “The graphics are gorgeous, crisp, and easy to look at.”
- “The art style pops out as exceptionally well done, and the OST is a true highlight of the game, especially during the final mission.”
- “The unique graphics and atmospheric soundtrack create an immersive experience right from the start.”
- “Other than that, the only issue I see is a major stutter that sometimes happens when either starting the action or killing several enemies at once, which makes little sense for a game that (while stylish) looks graphically like a Nintendo 64 game.”
- “Also, maybe some simple graphics options; the game runs well but my 970m laptop can't keep a stable 60, even in 720.”
- “The graphics are simple but don't let that throw you off; the game provides smooth and puzzle-like gameplay with timing and skill needed to get S-rank on the missions you deploy into.”
replayability
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The game offers high replayability despite its short campaign length, with numerous optional challenges, ranking systems, and varied gameplay paths that encourage players to refine their skills and achieve higher scores. Many players appreciate the fast-paced combat and the satisfaction derived from mastering levels, making it particularly appealing for those who enjoy speedrunning and perfectionism. Overall, while the main story is brief, the additional content and replay incentives provide substantial value for players seeking a more extensive experience.
- “Despite its short run-time, the levels are highly replayable and are designed to incentivize going back for better rankings, reminiscent of games like Devil May Cry and Hotline Miami.”
- “The gameplay is stellar; even if simply beating levels is easy, most of the enjoyment will come from the replayability.”
- “The game offers a lot of replay value through optional challenges and bonus levels, making it exciting to improve your scores.”
- “A ranking system for each mission keeps you wanting to improve; completing a level multiple times will grant you more goals to chase, although that avenue of replayability runs dry quickly.”
- “While it is short, going for those S ranks adds a lot to the replayability.”
- “Levels are short, but most are fairly open-ended and incredibly replayable for higher scores, encouraging you to get a better and better time as you learn the best paths and routes.”
humor
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever writing, engaging dialogue, and entertaining character interactions, which enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of witty, dry, and satirical humor, often finding themselves laughing at both the main character's quips and the amusing enemy banter. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its charm, making it a standout in the action genre.
- “This game had me villain laughing the entire time I played it.”
- “From the player character's monologues to the NPCs' humorous chatter and callouts, I loved it.”
- “The agents that are sent to kill you, although looking the same, have entertaining quips and humor in each of them to give a bit more life to all the killings.”
optimization
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Overall, "I Am Your Beast" is praised for its excellent optimization, delivering smooth gameplay with no frame drops, even on older hardware. While some players experienced minor performance issues, the majority found the game to run exceptionally well, allowing for a satisfying experience that balances speed and stylish action. The game's technical stability, combined with its engaging story and voice acting, contributes to its reputation as a polished title.
- “Optimization 10 (I'm using a RX570 and am getting over 100fps at 1080p)”
- “Gameplay is great, no bugs, no annoying glitches or whatever and performance really couldn't be better.”
- “Great soundtrack, great optimization, great settings, and most importantly, great gameplay.”
- “The optimization could've been better.”
- “Also another thing I found a little annoying is quite a few things cancel your sprint, which is one of the reasons aiming is useless and hurts your performance overall.”
- “The only semi-negative thing I have to note as someone who’s bad at FPS games is that story progression is locked behind performance in the levels (e.g. you need an A-rank in at least 3 levels to proceed) but the game is forgiving enough that achieving it was not too hard.”
emotional
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Players consistently highlight the game's emotional depth, driven by a powerful soundtrack and exceptional voice acting that enhance key moments and character connections. While the narrative may be simplistic, it resonates deeply, blending themes of self-improvement and heartfelt relationships within a backdrop of intense action. Overall, the game offers a unique emotional experience that leaves a lasting impact on players.
- “The music perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, enhancing the emotional impact of key moments.”
- “The voice acting is sublime, the simple yet touching nature of the story, and the themes make this a must-play for anybody who is craving a financially accessible and unique experience just oozing style and panache.”
- “I've never been on such an emotional rollercoaster with the second to last level and the scene leading up after it; you'll see when you get there.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, particularly when pursuing S-ranks and completing challenge missions. While some enjoy the fast-paced nature and the thrill of speedrunning, many feel that the grind can detract from the overall experience, especially as it often requires repetitive tasks to progress. Overall, the game's short campaign leaves players with a mixed impression of grinding, with some finding it enjoyable and others viewing it as a chore.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The process feels tedious rather than tense, as the player can tank a lot of damage with little consequence.”
- “The main story is pretty short at only around 2 hours but you'll get most of your time out of grinding s ranks and challenge missions.”
- “I like the voice acting and the gameplay is pretty fun but then I hit a point where I had to complete 7 side objectives to progress and they're all fiddly and tedious things I don't want to grind so I guess that's the end of my adventure.”
stability
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Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, with most players reporting minimal bugs and glitches that do not significantly impact gameplay. Some users noted minor issues like buggy geometry and occasional stutters, but these were often described as non-game-breaking. Performance is praised, especially on platforms like the Steam Deck, although certain features like clip saving may affect it negatively.
- “The game runs great, and I didn't encounter any bugs.”
- “Runs great on Steam Deck, but feels better (and much easier) with mouse and keyboard.”
- “Besides that, the game runs great, though the clip saving function does decrease performance a lot, so it's probably better to use your GPU software for that.”
- “There are a few gripes with the game, but most of it comes down to buggy geometry in some areas that might kill certain attempts because you got stuck on a crate, or sometimes you'll throw a bear trap and it interrupts your attempt to climb, thus forcing a restart if you're aiming to hit an S-rank.”
- “It has some weird movement stutters and glitches (which are intended) added for artistic value that I don't vibe with.”
- “Little things like frame freezes when you land kills, over the top aiming animations, etc. - all conveying information well while feeling badass.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive qualities, enhanced by iconic voice acting, a complementary soundtrack, and unique graphics. Reviewers highlight how the atmospheric elements work together to create an emotional impact and a distinct vibe, making the gameplay experience engaging and replayable. Overall, the combination of music, level design, and storytelling contributes to a captivating atmosphere that draws players in.
- “The music perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, enhancing the emotional impact of key moments.”
- “The unique graphics and atmospheric soundtrack create an immersive experience right from the start.”
- “The story, the graphics, the gameplay, the atmosphere, the emotions.”
- “This game is a whole vibe, very much recommend for the atmosphere as well as the different approach you can take to each level being unique enough for replayability.”
monetization
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The monetization aspect of the game is positively noted for the absence of microtransactions, which enhances the overall experience. However, some players question the balance of gameplay mechanics, particularly regarding the effectiveness of weapons without the influence of ads.
- “No microtransactions.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't disrupt gameplay.”
- “I appreciate that there are no pay-to-win elements.”
- “The game is riddled with microtransactions that feel exploitative.”
- “It seems like every feature is locked behind a paywall, making it frustrating to progress.”
- “The monetization model is overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”