Underplayed Gems

METAL BEANS (2024)

METAL BEANS cover
Developer
artsy_vii, Adam Carter, Daniel Madalengoitia BarĂșa, Erwang Li, Haobin Zhang, Lirong Liang, Sam Feng, NekoNyaa28, Samantha Chen
Publisher
TEAM LOADING PIXELS
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie, Free To Play
Rating
4.6 of 5, 52 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 38 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

You control two cute robot buddies in a frantic arcade-style desktop defense, swapping between them as you charge through virus enemies and upgrade their skills.

lightheartedfast-pacedarcade-yfranticupgradablechaoticcasualcooperative

What players say

Players love the adorable art, catchy music and addictive roguelite loop, often sinking hours into 'one more run'. Opinions split on polish: some praise the crisp combat and distinct bean playstyles, while others cite janky controls, poor tutorial pacing, a grindy upgrade system and the lack of gamepad support.

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