Pulsen
- July 27, 2015
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Get on Steam"Pulsen is a music and rhythm sports game with 85 songs and multiple difficulties, providing a challenging experience for any skill level. Play solo or with a friend in local two-player mode, using a dance pad, keyboard, game controller, or drum set controller. Customize your song experience with various modifiers, settings, and noteskins to enhance your gameplay."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a well-curated selection of high-quality charts that align well with the music, making it enjoyable for rhythm game enthusiasts.
- Pulsen offers a variety of difficulty levels and unique modifiers, providing a fun and engaging experience for both casual and hardcore players.
- The game is easy to set up and play, making it accessible for newcomers to rhythm games while still offering depth for experienced players.
- Many players feel that Pulsen is overpriced compared to free alternatives like StepMania, which offer similar gameplay without the cost.
- The game lacks certain features and customization options that are available in other rhythm games, leading some to view it as a limited experience.
- Some users have reported issues with bugs and a lack of updates, raising concerns about the game's long-term support and development.
- music97 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the catchy and well-mapped tracks that align well with the gameplay, particularly in workout mode. However, some players criticize the limited variety and the prevalence of chiptune and electronic themes, which may not appeal to everyone. Overall, while the song selection is decent and offers a good range of difficulties, some players feel that the challenge level is lacking compared to other rhythm games.
“Furthermore, the charts are nice and vibe well with the music, and most of the songs are good too.”
“I really enjoy how the music fits with the maps, and the difficulty level is really consistent, which is difficult to come across in something like Stepmania.”
“Let me just say this: the songs in Pulsen are great, they are hand-selected by the dev, and the game itself is very nice looking.”
“The songs are obviously a subjective matter, but there are far too many weird chiptune and ear-piercing electronic themes for my taste (the trailer should give you an idea of what to expect).”
“Not to mention, the notes themselves often feel like they 'play' a song of their own, as regardless of the difficulty setting I simply cannot 'feel the rhythm' to get into a given song.”
“It feels as if I'm just pressing random arrows as the music plays in the background.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the engaging gameplay that allows them to easily sync with the music, although some have noted a lack of noticeable differences in scoring options. The early access status is acknowledged, with no significant bugs reported, indicating a smooth experience overall.
“I think about how much I love the music and how easy it is for me to get into the gameplay of stepping in time with the songs.”
“It would always give me 100% as long as I hit every note.”
“It would always give me 100% as long as I hit every note. There was an option in the gameplay settings that supposedly let you change the scoring system, but I didn't notice a difference; maybe it didn't work.”
“For those that are not aware of the early access concept, it is perfectly acceptable for bugs to be present (none observed) and game mechanics to be missing.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are noted for being fancier and polished compared to alternatives, but users criticize the lack of customization options and workshop support. While the bundled maps are decent, they do not justify the game's price, and the absence of an editor and certain features detracts from the overall experience.
“The graphics are fancier and more polished compared to other options, making for a visually appealing experience.”
“No workshop support, little aesthetic customization, and no options that other games don't already have. The bundled maps are good, but not good enough to warrant the price tag.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is bolstered by transparent developer updates and prompt responses to troubleshooting inquiries, with early access supporters' suggestions and concerns being actively acknowledged and addressed.
