Life Beetle
- April 18, 2017
- Grizlikyt
Life Beetle is a single-player action game with a soothing soundtrack, where you observe and learn about the habits of a beetle that has landed in front of you. The game offers a unique perspective on the insect world, helping you understand the universe's workings through the lens of this small creature. With its immersive gameplay and educational value, Life Beetle provides a relaxing and engaging experience for players.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The graphics and art style are appealing, with a distinct difference between the beetle world and the real world.
- The game features an intriguing, albeit minimalist, story that allows for personal interpretation.
- The music is enjoyable and adds to the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The game is extremely short, with most players completing it in under 10 minutes.
- Controls can be frustrating, especially when using a mouse, leading to a poor gameplay experience.
- The translation and storyline are poorly executed, making it difficult to understand the plot.
- music16 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the retro and arcade-style soundtrack, while others find it overly loud and not particularly appealing. Despite the varied opinions, many agree that the music adds a decent atmosphere to the short gameplay experience, though some players suggest it could be improved or better balanced in volume. Overall, while the soundtrack has its fans, it may not resonate with everyone.
“The soundtrack is amazing as well as the old school arcade style.”
“I actually liked the retrowave music.”
“Its a super short game... the gameplay is great for what short amount it is, and the music is amazing.”
“I assume they left Spotify playing in the background by accident instead because the music is not good if you ask me.”
“Music and sounds play way too loud and you can't turn the volume down in the game.”
“Music is meh (this is only a pro if it doesn't make your migraine worse).”
- story14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The story of *life beetle* is described as minimalist and open to interpretation, with some players finding it intriguing yet incoherent, often due to poor translation. While it touches on themes of mental illness and surrealism, many reviewers feel that the plot lacks clarity and depth, making it difficult to follow. Overall, the narrative seems secondary to the gameplay, leaving players divided on its effectiveness.
“The story was minimalist but intentionally so, allowing people to draw their own conclusions.”
“The few story elements are a bit sinister, which adds value to [i]life beetle[/i].”
“First things first: this story has themes of mental illness, abuse, and unreality/surrealism.”
“Translation isn't that great and you kind of lose track of what the story is about.”
“The storyline doesn't make any sense at all... like... no sense... like........ I can't tell what's happening.”
“But the plot is incoherent, possibly due to bad Russian translation.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as smooth and enjoyable, albeit very short, typically lasting around 8-15 minutes. While players appreciate the mechanics and music, many express a desire for more content and replay value, feeling that the game introduces interesting elements but concludes too quickly. Overall, it offers decent gameplay for its low price, but players hope for a more substantial experience in future releases.
“The gameplay is tricky, but not hard.”
“Its a super short game... the gameplay is great for what short amount it is, and the music is amazing.”
“This quick, cheap game does not need a story as the main focus is gameplay.”
“There is no more than 8-10 minutes of gameplay at most, especially once you figure out the actual controls.”
“The on/off button for sounds doesn't work and the gameplay is mediocre.”
“I liked what I got to play; I hope that the full release is longer and not just this but polished because it is quite short, but it is also $1 AUD; so maybe 10 minutes of content with little replay value but polished is okay for $1; it just feels like it starts introducing new mechanics and then it's done, which is a shame more than anything.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their distinct and engaging pixel art style, effectively contrasting the beetle world with the real world. Reviewers appreciate the funky aesthetic, highlighting its uniqueness and appeal.
“I liked the graphics for the game and the distinct difference between the beetle world and what seemed to be the real world.”
“The pixel art style is amazing.”
“The graphics are vibrant and unique.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is perceived as too short and basic, offering limited replayability with only about 10 minutes of content. While players enjoyed the experience and appreciated the low price point, they expressed a desire for a longer, more polished game that could explore its introduced mechanics further.
“I enjoyed what I got to play; I hope that the full release is longer and more polished. While it is quite short, I liked the experience and wish there was more of it, even if it were more expensive.”
“The game introduces new mechanics that keep things interesting, but I wish it didn't end so soon. It feels like there's potential for more content, which makes me eager to replay it.”
“For a $1 game, I found the content enjoyable, but I would love to see additional replay value in future updates. The foundation is solid, and I hope they expand on it.”
“Too short and basic with no replayability.”
“I liked what I got to play; I hope that the full release is longer and not just this but polished because it is quite short. It is also $1 AUD, so maybe 10 minutes of content with little replay value. I wish there was more of it, even if it were more expensive, rather than just complaining about a short game for $1. It feels like it starts introducing new mechanics and then it's done, which is a shame more than anything.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, noting that pressing the down arrow causes the game to freeze completely.
“If you press the down arrow, the game stops, and everything freezes.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experience constant lag and stuttering, which ruins the overall experience.”
