It is inconsistency and imbalance that cripple Boost Beast the most, which is a shame considering that it has some clever ideas. But, it squanders that potential, leaving it best to consider other puzzle fixes on the Nintendo eShop.
Boost Beast2017
Boost Beast
2017 Arc System Works
Playtime
LongIt typically takes about 50 hours to finish the game.
Playable on
Available on
- $9.99
Game modes
Details
- Launch
- July 20, 2017
- Developer
- Arzest
- Publisher
- Arc System Works
- Themes
Overview
"BOOST BEAST" is a defense puzzle game where players defeat the invading horde of zombies by clearing blocks and summoning animals. The controls are simple! Match 3 animal blocks of the same color to summon your cute animal friends and defeat the incoming waves of zombies! There are many gimmicks that stand in your way during your quest to save the world. There are cages that trap your animal friends, rocks that block your path, and the grim reaper who will turn your allies into zombies. Make use of bombs and chain combos to pave a path to victory! Join forces with your cute animal army and clear all 204 stages! Lets go animal army! Until the day where peace is restored!
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Reception
The truth is, even if the game looks appealing to you in some form, if you have a smartphone of an average size you're far better off getting the game in that space. It's important for the Switch to have a diverse lineup that includes something for everyone. Unfortunately in the case of Boost Beast, even lacking an alternative for a simple and traditional...
Match-3 games are dime a dozen, so it's hard for any of them to really stand out. Boost Beast is another example of that. It's adorable and cute, but with well over 200 levels, the grind becomes real and tiring with three quarters of the game still to go.