METAL BEANS

About

"METAL BEANS is a 3D action-arcade game set in a computer world. Players control robot buddies Catbot and Robitz, defending the PC from viruses and customizing their skills with disk upgrades. The Desktop Arena serves as a hub for character upgrades and system replenishment, while Window Events offer various arcade-style game modes to test players' skills against computing issues. The cycle of virus attacks continues, challenging players to constantly upgrade and strategize."

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features cute visuals and a catchy soundtrack, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
The gameplay loop is addictive, with a variety of character abilities and strategic elements that keep players engaged.
It's a free-to-play game that offers a unique premise of battling viruses within a computer, providing a refreshing take on the roguelike genre.

The game suffers from clunky controls and a lack of polish, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
There are issues with balance in difficulty, with some levels feeling repetitive and overly challenging without adequate health drops or power-ups.
UI/UX problems, such as awkward menu navigation and poor hit detection, detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
63%
8%
Gameplay reviews for the game highlight a mix of enjoyment and frustration. While many players appreciate the innovative mechanics, strategic customization, and engaging aesthetics, they also note issues such as repetitive gameplay, clunky controls, and poorly balanced difficulty. Overall, the game offers a unique rogue-like experience with potential for depth, but it suffers from a lack of polish and clarity in its gameplay loop.
- “Customizing catbot and robitz with different skills and stats adds a strategic element to the gameplay, keeping you hooked for hours on end.”
- “The combat mechanics are crisp and responsive, and the enemy behavior is challenging without being overwhelming or frustrating.”
- “The game has a hidden amount of depth to its strategy from figuring out what combos work best for one of the three battle modes, to personalizing your approach to preferred upgrades, and even just utilizing the swap mechanic at the right time.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive, and the controls are way too clunky to make it enjoyable.”
- “Great aesthetics, but the gameplay loop is very short, the levels are poorly balanced in terms of difficulty, and the state of the run is less than clear.”
- “As for the gameplay, either I'm too dumb or the game tends to be a bit hard for me.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their modern, cute visuals and mesmerizing art style, with many users highlighting the impressive character designs and overall aesthetics. The combination of visuals and music creates an engaging atmosphere, although some players noted that the gameplay loop is short and levels lack balance. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it enjoyable for a broad audience.
- “Cute visuals, love the style, the characters have really cool designs and the overall concept is really neat!”
- “The art style in Metal Beans is nothing short of mesmerizing.”
- “The aesthetics of the game, from visuals to music, are great, and the rogue-lite gameplay allows for random upgrades so no two runs are the same!”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
35%
5%
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and cute 8-bit style, enhancing the overall aesthetic alongside the charming visuals. Reviewers appreciate the creativity and effort put into the soundtrack, noting that it complements the gameplay well, although some minor issues with sound settings were mentioned. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout feature.
- “The art and music are so impressive, and it is very obvious that a lot of time and creativity went into designing such an expansive perks system.”
- “The aesthetics of the game, from visuals to music, are great, and the rogue-lite gameplay allows for random upgrades, so no two runs are the same!”
- “The game's roguelike features are satisfying, the art is cute, and the music is a bop.”
- “It has a cutesy appeal and the mod system seems somewhat inventive, but can't even keep quiet when music is muted among other oversights.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in "Metal Beans" is a standout feature, with players enjoying the comedic elements that arise from character swapping and the resulting mishaps. The game is described as a hilarious adventure that effectively combines laughter with engaging gameplay, making it a memorable experience.
- “Speaking of hilarity, Metal Beans knows how to tickle your funny bone.”
- “In conclusion, Metal Beans is more than just a game—it's a hilarious romp through the inner workings of your computer, filled with laughter, excitement, and unforgettable moments.”
- “Swapping between the two characters adds a layer of depth to the combat, allowing for endless possibilities and hilarious mishaps.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is notably lacking, with users reporting issues such as awkward animations, inaccurate hitboxes, and buggy interactions, which detract from overall engagement and enjoyment.
- “There’s not much polish, and it shows—between awkward animations, inaccurate hitboxes, and buggy interactions, it's hard to stay engaged for long.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is criticized for being minimal and lacking motivation, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience. Additionally, the repetitive sound design further diminishes engagement with the narrative.
- “There's very little story or motivation to keep you playing.”
- “The sound design is grating and feels deafening when it repeats endlessly, which detracts from the overall experience.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the emotional aspect of the game for its nostalgic and wholesome vibe, drawing parallels to other enjoyable experiences from their gaming history. The gameplay evokes feelings of joy and silliness, contributing to an overall pleasant atmosphere.