Mean Beans
- July 24, 2023
- Devved Games
- 2h median play time
Mean Beans is a fast-paced, FREE, battle royale FPS where you can fight to the death online or with your friends! Kill your friends in style with unique weapons and over 100+ hats! Become the last legume standing in this ridiculous action-packed shooter!ONLINE MULTIPLAYER - KILL RANDOMS OR FRIENDSMean Beans lets 2-10 players to engage in quick, intense, and crazy bean battles. Whether it's killing…
Reviews
- The game is fun and enjoyable, especially when played with friends.
- Unique features like the Pong gun add a quirky charm to the gameplay.
- The developer is actively working on updates and engages with the community.
- The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches.
- There are numerous bugs and optimization issues that hinder the overall experience.
- Many players feel it is a poorly executed clone of Bean Battles, lacking originality.
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it both genuinely funny and entertaining, often describing it as a "so bad it's good" experience. Many users enjoy playing it with friends, highlighting its ability to provide consistent laughs and fun gameplay. Overall, it stands out as one of the funniest games they've encountered in a while.
“Downloaded with friends as a joke, but we actually play it regularly because it's funny as heck.”
“This game is a hilarious and fun experience that my friends and I played for a decent amount of time.”
“Best funny game I've played in a long time; I've only played for 1.2 hours and it's been a blast.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has been criticized for its broken mechanics and poor balance, particularly regarding reload times and weapon responsiveness, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players find it somewhat enjoyable, the inconsistencies in time-to-kill and the impact of certain weapons on other players lead to a lack of recommendation. Overall, the gameplay leaves much to be desired.
“The gameplay experience offered by Mean Beans leaves much to be desired.”
“This game is broken af; the mechanics are awful.”
“Of course, but a few main problems I have are the atrocious reload times, the retro gun kicks everyone in the server who isn't part of the gun's mechanic, some of the guns need to be re-balanced, and at times the guns seem to be unresponsive during gameplay.”
“The time-to-kill varies significantly between weapons, leaving an inconsistency in the gameplay.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics in both games are powered by similar engines and feature comparable character designs, but they lack the distinctive visual flair that elevates the classic "bean battles." While some users praise the graphics as impressive, others suggest that more pronounced reload visuals would enhance the experience. Overall, the graphics are a mixed bag, with some players expressing admiration and others noting shortcomings.
“Download now! Best graphics ever!”
“Both games use similar graphic engines, have similar characters, and both consist of a round-based battle mode.”
“But despite stealing the foundational concept and graphics design from the iconic bean battles, Mean Beans fails to capture the elements that make Bean Battles a classic.”
“I cannot believe the graphics!”
“More obvious reload visuals would be helpful.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, "stability" in the game is characterized by a mix of improvements and persistent issues; while there are fewer glitches than before and the player base has grown, users still report significant bugs, particularly with weapon switching. Despite these glitches, some players find them entertaining and believe the game has considerable potential.
“The game, however, has too many issues and glitches for that.”
“Additionally, there are glitches related to weapon switching; you can't fire the newly switched weapon without first reloading the one you switched from.”
“A little buggy but has way more potential than bean battles.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it excessively loud and overwhelming, while others express disappointment in the musical score, deeming it unplayable and lacking the charm of the original. However, players appreciate the option to adjust audio settings to improve their experience.
“The music in this game really enhances the overall experience, creating an immersive atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
“I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic and memorable.”
“The variety of musical tracks keeps the game fresh and exciting, adding a unique flair to each level.”
“One thing I would like to see (just my opinion) is with the audio, as you can't really hear any footsteps and the music is automatically very loud (that's however no problem as you can just change it in the settings :) )”
“With a musical score that forces you to immediately mute and uninstall the game, this knockoff is unplayable because it doesn't copy the bean battles aspects that make us love the original, and even boot the game just to hear the classic theme song.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Mean Beans suffers from significant optimization issues, as users report frequent crashes when tabbing out or adjusting settings. Additionally, lowering visual settings can inadvertently boost the game's framerate, indicating poor performance management.
“Mean Beans doesn't seem to be well optimized; tabbing the game or changing settings can cause crashes, and lowering your visual settings increases your fire rate.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of Mean Beans has drawn criticism for its apparent prioritization over gameplay, with users noting issues like asset flipping that detract from its promising concept inspired by bean battles.
“Mean Beans has a promising concept inspired by bean battles but is marred by asset flipping and an evident focus on monetization.”
“The game feels more like a cash grab than a genuine experience, with constant prompts to spend money.”
“It's frustrating to see such a fun idea overshadowed by aggressive monetization tactics that make it hard to enjoy the game without spending.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find that the grinding mechanics transform what could be a monotonous task into an engaging and enjoyable experience, likening it to the satisfaction of using powerful tools for mundane activities.
“Grinding feels like a never-ending chore that takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes it feel more like a job than a fun pastime.”
“I find myself spending hours on grinding, but it rarely feels rewarding or fulfilling.”