"Black Beacon: The Rising Star in Gacha Gaming"

Black Beacon has just made its exciting debut on mobile devices, and we were lucky enough to dive into this Mythic Sci-Fi Action RPG ahead of the general release. Here's our detailed take on what promises to be a thrilling addition to the gaming world.

Shh! This Is A Library!

The game opens within the enigmatic Library Of Babel, a colossal structure inspired by both the biblical Tower of Babel and Jorge Luis Borges' short story. This library is said to contain every conceivable combination of letters, hiding within its depths every book ever written. As you awaken in this mysterious place, with no clear memory of your arrival, you're joined by a vibrant cast of characters, each equally puzzled about their presence. Your journey hints at a grand destiny, but it's also shadowed by an ominous countdown: a giant spinning orb threatens to end everyone's life within twenty-four hours. Welcome to your first day as a Seer amidst endless bookshelves!

Despite the humor, the setting and narrative of Black Beacon are intriguingly wild. From time travel to mythology references—watch out for that peculiar bird—the game throws you into a deep, engaging story. If you find yourself bewildered, that's precisely the intended effect. The creators aim to immerse you in their world from the get-go.

Send Me In, Coach

Black Beacon offers a dynamic ARPG dungeon crawler experience with a flexible camera viewpoint. Whether you prefer a top-down perspective or a free camera setup that you can adjust with your other hand, the choice is yours. We found the latter to be engaging, though it's a matter of personal taste.

Navigating the Library's corridors, you'll progress through the narrative divided into concise, episodic sections, each containing multiple maps. Accessing these sections requires energy, but the game is generous, allowing ample playtime. Your journey involves solving puzzles, discovering hidden treasures, and confronting enemies—distorted figures, remnants of individuals the Library has yet to 'fully digest'.

Combat in Black Beacon is fast-paced and enjoyable, with a satisfying balance that keeps it challenging without feeling monotonous. Timing is crucial; executing a perfect dodge grants you invincibility frames, and landing a heavy attack can interrupt an enemy's move, negating the need to dodge. The game's unique character-swap mechanic lets you switch fighters mid-battle, adding a strategic tag-team element. Once you master this rhythm, combat becomes exhilarating—until a mistimed dodge sends you flying down the hallway!

Characters And Weapon Rolls

As a gacha game, Black Beacon includes a system for acquiring characters and weapons, the latter of which are tailored to specific characters. Both can be leveled up using various resources, and while the management can be intricate, much of it can be automated for ease of play.

You may encounter characters through the gacha system before meeting them in the storyline, a nod to the convoluted nature of time within the game. This approach adds variety and depth to your experience.

Overall, Black Beacon stands out as a quirky gacha game with an ambitious narrative and solid gameplay mechanics. We're eager to see how the story unfolds upon its full release.

Does this sound like your kind of adventure? Or perhaps a fascinating detour through the endless shelves of the Library Of Babel? If so, you can dive into Black Beacon now via its official website, the App Store, or Google Play.