Rescue: The Beagles
- March 14, 2024
- Nenad Jalsovec
Get on SteamA cargo airplane crashed somewhere in the vast areas of the Amita mountain range. It was carrying a large shipment of beagles headed to the CutLab, a huge animal testing facility. The lab is upset about losing its precious testing material and is deploying a biohazard division determined to reclaim its "property". They operate under strict orders: seize usable specimens, dispose of the r…
Reviews
- Fantastic remaster of a classic arcade game with improved visuals and gameplay mechanics, making it addictive and fun.
- Unique gameplay mechanics and a high skill ceiling provide depth and challenge, rewarding players for mastering the game's flow.
- Retains the charm of the original with a great soundtrack and clever design, making it a nostalgic yet fresh experience.
- Some players may find it challenging to adjust to the new mechanics if they are used to the original version.
- The absence of online leaderboards in-game can be frustrating for those who enjoy competitive play.
- There are occasional bugs, such as issues with viewing online leaderboards, which can detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Rescue the Beagles" is characterized by its unique mechanic of navigating between three moving parallax layers, which can lead to misjudgments and challenges in spotting beagles. Players appreciate the dynamic and engaging nature of the gameplay, enhanced by new features like water layers, stat upgrades, and improved graphics, making it a fun and addictive experience. Overall, the game successfully combines retro aesthetics with modern gameplay improvements, offering a rich and enjoyable arcade experience.
“The core mechanic of Rescue the Beagles is identifying where you can safely switch between the three constantly moving parallax layers.”
“Gameplay is super-dynamic, and that retro look is working its magic in the best ways possible.”
“I haven't played the original in many years, and I was pleasantly surprised by the sheer amount of visual upgrades and gameplay improvements in this version.”
“Because of its unique mechanics early on, you'll misjudge heights and fall to your doom or fail to spot a beagle.”
“There are a lot of subtle mechanics built into the game's deceivingly simple premise.”
“The game not only got new graphics (that are, overall, an upgrade), but also controller support, a 2-player mode, and - especially - vast gameplay changes.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a fantastic original soundtrack and sound design, with half of the music composed by the developer themselves and notable contributions from renowned artist disasterpeace. The overall audio experience, including character voices and sound effects, enhances the game's atmosphere significantly.
“The fantastic original soundtrack and sound design are still here!”
“Only the great soundtrack, partially produced by the now famous Disasterpeace, stayed untouched.”
“I composed half the music for the game, voiced the characters, and created most of the sound effects.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its cute and clever design, delivering a humorous experience that enhances its arcade gameplay.
“Cute, funny, and very cleverly designed arcade game.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the rain and snow levels as particularly captivating, noting that the atmosphere in these environments is described as sublime and immersive.
“I think I love the rain and snow levels the best; the atmosphere in those is just sublime! 🌟”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics have received a notable upgrade, enhancing the overall visual experience. Additionally, it features improved controller support, a two-player mode, and significant gameplay changes.
“The game not only received new graphics, which are overall an upgrade, but also features controller support, a two-player mode, and, especially, vast gameplay changes.”
