The Godbeast
- May 16, 2019
- DascuMaru
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Get on itch.io StoreWelcome to the City of Eternal Night. Take revenge on the villainous Council of the Hunt and rampage on your motorcycle through the moonlit streets in this stylish action game.
Reviews
- The game features a unique visual style and atmosphere, reminiscent of Suda51 and classic titles like Shadow of the Colossus and Dark Souls.
- The gameplay loop of hunting Godbeasts and battling their masters is engaging and offers a satisfying sense of exploration in a large, open city.
- Players can enjoy a mix of combat styles, including ranged spear attacks and climbing on enemies, which adds variety to the gameplay experience.
- The game suffers from clunky mechanics, including a frustrating traversal system and a combat experience that feels unpolished and lacking in feedback.
- Navigation can be confusing due to similar-looking landmarks and a map that is more stylish than functional, leading to players getting lost easily.
- There are technical issues such as crashes, camera problems during combat, and a lack of sound effects that detract from the overall experience.
- atmosphere7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its intense, brooding quality, enhanced by striking cel-shaded visuals, atmospheric music, and modern-gothic lore. While some players noted minor issues with traversal and combat, the overall vibe and artistic style create an immersive experience that many find compelling. However, the use of familiar names from other games detracts from the sense of originality in the world-building for some players.
“The godbeast is a unique and rather ambitious action game drenched in atmosphere.”
“Once you're into the flow, you can really soak in the vibe of the atmospheric music, the cel-shaded visuals, and the cool modern-gothic lore while you hunt the bad guys down.”
“If you've played Dark Souls, all the minibosses are named after NPCs/bosses from the game, except one because it's a direct reference in its design. This really took me out of the atmosphere, and I wish they'd just come up with their own names to make them feel integrated into this world, which otherwise was very cool!”
“The game's greatest strengths are definitely its intense, brooding atmosphere and its striking art style, so if those appeal to you, I would recommend it.”
“The game is drenched in atmosphere and style: the strong visual appearance, the colors, the night, the eerie howl of the wind/rain, and the ambient music.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their striking art style and atmospheric visuals, drawing inspiration from renowned titles like Suda51 and From Software. While the cel-shaded aesthetics and modern-gothic elements create an immersive vibe, some players find the similar landmarks and layout confusing. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's intense atmosphere, making it appealing to fans of unique and artistic game design.
“Once you're into the flow, you can really soak in the vibe of the atmospheric music, the cel-shaded visuals, and the cool modern-gothic lore while you hunt the bad guys down.”
“The game's greatest strengths are definitely its intense, brooding atmosphere and its striking art style, so if those appeal to you, I would recommend it.”
“A little jank, but fantastic visuals and with clear inspiration from some of the greatest games there are. If you like Suda51, From Software, and Team Ico's work, and are open-minded about less polished games, definitely check this one out.”
“The graphics are underwhelming and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
“The character models look outdated and the environments feel bland and uninspired.”
“The visual effects are inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Gameplay initially presents a learning curve as players familiarize themselves with the map and mechanics, but once mastered, it becomes an enjoyable experience centered around tracking and battling godbeasts. The mechanics are reminiscent of "Shadow of the Colossus," involving navigation and combat guided by a spear that points towards objectives. While the game's visuals are appealing, the lack of combat footage in promotional materials may leave some players uncertain about the gameplay experience.
“I was a bit concerned at the start where I didn't really have a grasp of the map and how the main mechanics worked in practice, but once everything clicked and I understood the loop, I had a great time biking around for a couple of hours tracking the godbeasts down.”
“The look of the game is nice, and it sure looks appealing in the screenshots and the trailer - but you'll notice they don't actually show combat and gameplay.”
“The main gameplay here is kind of like Shadow of the Colossus - you hold your spear up and follow the little banner on it (it points in the direction of the god beast you need to kill).”
“I was a bit concerned at the start where I didn't really have a grasp of the map and how the main mechanics worked in practice, but once everything clicked and I understood the loop, I had a great time biking around for a couple of hours tracking the god beasts down.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized by a unique and clever concept that involves exploring a vast open-world city while battling demons and bosses, with character upgrades tied to the narrative progression. While the story is present and reminiscent of Suda 51's style, it may not be as engaging or coherent as some players might hope.
“The concept of the game is really unique and clever: uncovering this massive open-world city, battling demons and bosses, unlocking more areas and upgrading your character as the story unfolds.”
“The story is... well, I mean, it's there.”
“I can tell the dev wanted a Suda 51 experience, evidenced by the visuals, and backed up by the insanity of the story.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall vibe alongside the cel-shaded visuals and modern-gothic lore. Reviewers note that the ambient soundscapes, including the eerie howls of wind and rain, contribute significantly to the immersive experience while hunting down enemies.
“Once you're into the flow, you can really soak in the vibe of the atmospheric music, the cel-shaded visuals, and the cool modern-gothic lore while you hunt the bad guys down.”
“The game is drenched in atmosphere and style: the strong visual appearance, the colors, the night, the eerie howl of the wind and rain, and the ambient music.”
