Skill, and power, some may just take longer to obtain than others depending on what kind of combat you want to focus on first. While your preference may depend on your gameplay style, your choices don’t restrict you as much as they seem, as you still can use every type of weapon. For example, some have higher intellect and may be better at using psi-powers, while others have higher strength and may work best with melee-based classes. In Biomutant, you create an anthropomorphized mammalian mutant character from one of six breeds, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Does it mesh all of these attributes together successfully? Well, it depends on who you ask, but from my experience Biomutant is a decent try at combining a ton of familiar elements into something new and unique, but unfortunately has some trouble hitting those marks. But putting *all* of these things together at once? I would say the first piece of modern media to do this (at least as far as I know) is THQ Nordic and Experiment 101’s Biomutant. Post Apocalyptic, Science Fiction, Martial Arts, Anthropomorphic Animals, and big open worlds, all of these things have crossed over at some point, from open world sci-fi games like Horizon Zero Dawn to animal-filled martial arts movies and shows such as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise and the Kung Fu Panda trilogy.
Of course, you probably won’t want to spend too much time at close range as a Primal, but you still have the option to upgrade your Strength and use two-handed slash weapons.* Disclaimer: My Xbox deleted a lot of my screenshots for some reason so many of these are from near the endgame or new game plus Regardless of your breed, Biomutant will let you use every single weapon and skill in the game.
In particular, they can excel at ranged classes such as Commando or Dead-Eye. Murgel’s are a good fit for classes that don’t rely on Intellect-based skills. Anyone looking to do a bit of bartering – or anyone who loves maxing out their Luck stat – will want to take a closer look at the underrated Murgel.
Murgel‘s aren’t the brightest of the bunch, although you’re not likely to find a more charismatic beast anywhere in Biomutant. The Fip breed pairs well with the Psi-Freak class, leveraging its increased intellect to cast devastating Psi Powers without draining their Ki Energy. If you’re seeking a breed that’s fit for a magic-based build, look no further than the wise Fip. Fip: The Intelligent BreedĪrguably the smartest of the breeds, the Fip class makes up for poor Health and Armor stats with a massive boost to its Intellect. Ranged classes such as Sentinel and Dead-Eye could also be a good fit, although the reduced Critical Chance doesn’t fit all ranged playstyles. Thanks to its increased resilience, Hylas are a perfect match for melee-based classes such as Saboteur. Trading in some Intellect for more armor, it’ll take a serious punch to knock them out of a fight. Getting up close and personal is a specialty of the Hyla breed, as it’s the “tankiest” class of the bunch. The only one you might want to pass on is Saboteur, due to its reliance on melee skills. You’ll lose a bit of Melee Damage as a Rex, but gain a bit of Ki Energy and Power in return.Īs a well-rounded breed, most classes are a good fit for Rex. This jack-of-all-trades isn’t particularly good at anything, but isn’t noticeably bad at anything, either. If you’re not sure which playstyle you’re leaning towards, the Rex breed is arguably your best option. Saboteur is a great fit for Dumdon, although they’re a surprisingly well-balanced breed that fits in with most builds. Their true strength, however, is Melee Damage – although that strength is partially offset by reduced Critical Chance. They’re not bright, mind you, but they’re still a solid choice for intelligence-based classes. Dumdon: The Melee Breedĭespite its name, Dumdon aren’t that dumb. To that end, both Dead-Eye and Commando classes are a solid choice. While you won’t have much success with melee-builds, Primal characters can still find incredible success with Ranged Weapon builds. Primal characters will see reductions in most other stats – although it’s still a viable breed for players seeking a fast-paced build. This nimble class makes a lot of trade-offs for improved Critical Chance and faster Energy Regen.