Reigns Beyond
- November 6, 2020
- Nerial
Get on SteamReigns: Beyond challenges players to navigate the cosmos as an intergalactic indie rock band, plotting their rise to *star*dom, traveling from planet to planet and gig to gig on their quest for fame and fortune. Play local (and not-so-local) clubs throughout the galaxy, recruiting alien band members along the way, and rock out across the universe! But make sure you're managing your ship's resource…
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Reviews
- Reigns Beyond offers a fun and engaging experience, especially for fans of the Reigns series, with charming characters and a great soundtrack.
- The game features nice graphics and a unique atmosphere that enhances the gameplay, particularly on PC.
- It introduces a fresh spin on the usual mechanics, incorporating elements like leading an indie rock band and exploring different planets.
- The game suffers from repetitiveness and can become tedious if played for extended periods.
- There are some glitches and cryptic quest-lines that may frustrate players trying to complete late-game objectives.
- The core Reigns formula feels somewhat lost under the addition of new features and modes, which may detract from the overall experience.
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's soundtrack, composed by Sam Webster, is highly praised for its charm and ability to enhance the overall experience, with unique guitar styles reflecting the different planets. Players find the music creates a captivating vibe that makes the game hard to put down, further complemented by the endearing characters, particularly Lord Shark.
“The soundtrack is great, the characters are charming (especially Lord Shark), and it's a neat detail that different planets like different guitars.”
“Sam Webster's soundtrack for this game really makes it something special; it creates such a good vibe that I found it hard to put down!”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are generally pleasing, featuring nice visuals, but are marred by occasional glitches that detract from the overall experience.
“The game features stunning graphics that truly immerse you in its vibrant world.”
“The visuals are breathtaking, with detailed environments and beautifully designed characters.”
“The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual delight.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game features appealing graphics, but users have reported occasional glitches that detract from the overall experience, indicating some stability issues.
“The game has a lot of potential, but frequent crashes make it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
“There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, making it frustrating.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find that while "Reigns Beyond" can be enjoyable, it tends to become repetitive and tedious during extended play sessions, making it more suitable for short bursts rather than long gaming sessions.
“Reigns Beyond is a fun game to play, but it can become repetitive and tedious if played for long periods. It's better suited for short bursts of gameplay.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users note that the atmosphere significantly improves on PC, thanks to enhanced background visuals and superior sound quality compared to mobile devices.
“The atmosphere is so much better on PC now that you can get a better view of the backgrounds and great sound rather than on a phone.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers a refreshing twist on traditional mechanics by incorporating guitar elements and the experience of leading an indie rock band to success.
“It's a nice spin on the usual mechanics with the guitars and leading an indie rock band to glory!”
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect blend of strategy and action that keeps you on your toes.”
“I love how the game encourages creativity and collaboration, making every session feel unique and exciting.”
