Black Beacon has recently made its debut on mobile devices, offering players an early taste of this Mythic Sci-Fi Action RPG. We've had the privilege of diving into the game and are excited to share our insights with you.
Black Beacon is an action RPG that prides itself on delivering fast-paced, smooth combat while incorporating a unique character-swapping feature.
Shh! This Is A Library!
The game begins in the Library of Babel, a vast and enigmatic structure inspired by both the biblical Tower of Babel, a symbol of human ambition to reach the heavens, and the Jorge Luis Borges short story, which envisions a library containing every conceivable book. You awaken in this mysterious place, bewildered about your arrival, alongside a diverse cast of characters who share your confusion. You're destined for greatness, but there's a catch: everyone faces imminent death by a colossal spinning orb within twenty-four hours. Welcome to your first day as a Seer in a world of bookshelves!
Despite the humor, the setting and narrative exude a captivating, wild charm. The concept of a library filled with nonsensical books, intertwined with time travel and mythological references (we'll keep those under wraps, but that bird is definitely suspicious), plunges you into a deep narrative pool. If you're feeling disoriented, that's exactly the point the developers aim to achieve.
Send Me In, Coach
Black Beacon's core gameplay offers an action RPG dungeon crawler experience with a customizable camera perspective. Whether you prefer a top-down view or a free camera mode that you can adjust with your other hand, the choice is yours. We found the latter more engaging, though it's a matter of personal preference.
As you navigate the Library's corridors, you'll progress through the story, divided into concise, episodic segments, each containing several maps. Accessing these sections requires energy, but the game is quite generous with this resource, allowing ample playtime.
Your journey involves exploring areas, solving puzzles, uncovering hidden treasure chests, and battling enemies—distorted beings that are remnants of individuals the Library has yet to fully "digest." Combat is enjoyable and fast, requiring a bit of button mashing but maintaining a level of challenge that keeps it from feeling repetitive. Timing is crucial; executing a perfect dodge grants temporary invincibility, while a well-timed heavy attack can interrupt an enemy's move, sparing you from dodging.
A standout feature is the character-swapping mechanic, which adds a tag-team element to battles. You can switch characters mid-fight, pulling exhausted fighters out and dropping fresh ones in, even during an attack. Mastering this rhythm can be satisfying, although mistiming a dodge can send you flying down the hallway courtesy of a giant monster.
Characters And Weapon Rolls
As a gacha game, Black Beacon features a system for acquiring characters and weapons through gacha mechanics. Weapons are tailored to specific characters, and both can be leveled up. The game uses a variety of resources, but many processes can be automated to simplify management.
You might encounter characters via the gacha before meeting them in the story, adding a layer of variety and reflecting the game's convoluted timeline.
In summary, Black Beacon is a quirky gacha game with an ambitious narrative and solid gameplay mechanics that support its unique setting. We're eager to see how it evolves post-release.
If this sounds like your kind of adventure—or if you're intrigued by the idea of living in a giant library—you can dive into Black Beacon now through its official website, the App Store, or Google Play.
