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Beholgar

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2022

Should you play it?

Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.

What works

  • Challenging and rewarding gameplay
  • Strong retro pixel art and soundtrack
  • Engaging exploration and progression
  • Dark fantasy atmosphere
  • Good value for price

Things to keep in mind

  • Numerous bugs and glitches
  • Lack of map and navigation aids
  • Punishing difficulty spikes
  • Some control and hitbox issues
  • Limited story depth and character expression

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Beholgar: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Survival, Fellowship, Intimacy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Expression, Relaxation, Leadership.

Last update: 02/09/2026