Battle Beaster - Dreamcast

Game Review & Description

If your Dreamcast gaming sessions need an adrenaline boost, look no further than Battle Beaster. Though not as widely known as some of the platform's heavy hitters, this quirky combat title punches well above its weight, offering an entertaining blend of action-packed gameplay and eccentric character designs. It’s the sort of hidden gem that makes digging into the Dreamcast’s library so rewarding.

Battle Beaster plunges you into a vivid world where bizarre beasts clash in intense, arena-style battles. Each creature boasts unique abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, demanding quick tactical thinking and agile fingers to dominate matches. Gameplay strikes a careful balance between accessible controls and the deeper strategy of timing attacks and dodges. Whether you're a button-masher or a thoughtful fighter, there's plenty here to sink your teeth into.

The game's visual style might initially seem peculiar, yet it's undeniably charming. Bright colours, cartoonish designs, and smoothly animated battles make each match visually engaging and distinct. The Dreamcast's graphical capabilities are put to good use, with fluid combat sequences that remain appealing even by today's standards. Fans of similarly offbeat fighters like Power Stone will instantly feel at home here.

Sound effects and music in Battle Beaster add to its whimsical personality, with energetic tracks setting the stage for frantic fights. The game's playful sound effects - especially the humorous taunts and exaggerated battle cries - only enhance its charm. It's clear the developers enjoyed creating this unconventional experience.

Though it might not carry the mainstream recognition of other Dreamcast classics, Battle Beaster deserves a spot in your collection, particularly if you appreciate quirky fighters with a strong multiplayer appeal. Gather your friends, choose your favourite monster, and prepare for battle; it's time to discover a Dreamcast title you probably missed, but definitely shouldn't have.

GameShark / Pro Action Replay Cheat Codes:

The following dongle-dependent codes are designed for use with the North American (NTSC) version of the game, but may work on compatible systems:

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