New game from the Pokémon creators impresses with hero duo, but fails with the same problem as the pocket monsters

The embargo for testers of Beast of Reincarnation has been lifted. With over 50 reviews, it is clear what players particularly enjoyed – and what problems the game presents.

How is Beast of Reincarnation received? Numerous ratings for the game are coming in on Metacritic. Depending on the platform, the title has a different rating:

On PC, the game settles at 72 out of 100 possible points. This rating is based on 27 reviews.
On PS5, Beast of Reincarnation gains one point more, landing at 73 out of 100 possible points. This rating is based on 52 tests.
For Xbox, only three reviews have been received so far, which is not enough to draw a final conclusion. It might be that not enough tests will come together here.

However, the other two platforms already give a good impression of how the game from the creators of Pokémon stands.

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GameFreak showcases in the new trailer for Beast of Reincarnation what their new game is capable of

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Beast of Reincarnation has similar weaknesses as Pokémon

What is well received? In the reviews, the hybrid combat system is especially praised. It offers fast-paced real-time action battles, but also has a special menu that slows down time to give commands to the wolf companion Koo. This makes the battles a perfect combination of both.

Speaking of Koo: The protagonist duo is also a highlight of the game. The synergy in combat and the emotional bond between the two adds something positive to the game.

The game world is simply breathtaking. Although it is an apocalypse that wipes out humanity, the beautiful forests and flowers provide a great contrast to this.

What is poorly received? Unfortunately, Beast of Reincarnation struggles with similar issues as the Pokémon series. Back then, it was the miserable technology that caused a lot of fuss. In Beast of Reincarnation, while it is on another level, many testers find the game a bit soft-focused on PS5 and believe that it does not always meet modern standards. The 60-fps performance also suffers from noticeable frame rate drops in open areas.

Regarding open areas: They are said to feel somewhat empty and lifeless at times. Outside of boss fights, there is a lack of diverse enemies. Within boss fights, the camera view causes chaos.