1001st Hyper Tower
- November 7, 2019
- Toster12D3
Get on Steam"1001st Hyper Tower" is an action-packed game where players ascend a dangerous, ever-growing tower filled with traps, adversaries, and powerful bosses. Collect loot, upgrade your character, and unlock new abilities to survive as long as possible. With procedurally generated levels, each run offers a unique challenge in this adrenaline-pumping roguelike experience.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique aesthetic and compelling soundtrack, reminiscent of Blendo Games, which enhances the overall experience.
- Gameplay is dynamic and addictive, with a strong emphasis on verticality and a variety of weapons that encourage strategic play.
- Boss fights are interesting and cinematic, providing a challenge that feels fair and rewarding as players improve their skills.
- The game can be excessively difficult, with punishing mechanics such as game overs from falls and overwhelming enemy encounters.
- It feels unfinished and has been abandoned by the developers, leading to concerns about its long-term support and polish.
- There are frustrating design choices, such as shortcuts not saving and a lack of clear documentation, which can hinder the player's experience.
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's music features an engaging electronic soundtrack, including contributions from Arabic musicians, though it consists of only four tracks, which may lead to some repetition. Reviewers appreciate the infectious quality of the soundtrack, likening its style to that of Blendo Games, and note that it complements the game's comedic and chaotic atmosphere effectively. Overall, the music enhances the experience, despite its limited variety.
“Awesome soundtrack, cool weapon selection (and more cool weapons on later levels?! argh)”
“Graphics and music reminded me of Blendo Games' work, specifically Gravity Bone and Quadrilateral Cowboy.”
“The electronic soundtrack from some Arabic musicians is really enjoyable, although it is only 4 tracks long, so the repetition might become noticeable for some.”
“The electronic soundtrack from some Arabic musicians I also really liked, although it is only 4 tracks long, so their recycling might get a little repetitive after a while for some.”
“The electronic soundtrack from some Arabic musicians I also really liked, although it is only 4 tracks long, so their recycling might get a little repetitive after a while for some.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a unique aesthetic reminiscent of Blendo Games, particularly "Gravity Bone" and "Quadrilateral Cowboy." While the visuals are generally praised for their creativity, some players note that the design can make it difficult to distinguish enemies. Additionally, there are concerns about potential performance issues related to the graphics update, although this is hard to assess due to control preferences.
“This game has an interesting aesthetic.”
“Neat aesthetic.”
“I can't get to the point of exploring what was improved otherwise, and whether or not the graphics update caused a performance drop, because the default controls are not to my liking.”
“That visual aesthetic the game goes for tends to hide enemies among other enemies.”
“Graphics and music reminded me of Blendo Games' work, specifically Gravity Bone and Quadrilateral Cowboy.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay is characterized by unique and impactful perks that significantly alter player strategies, alongside fast-paced action and quick respawn times. Players find the dynamic and engaging gameplay enjoyable, with visually appealing mobs, though some criticize the enemy grab mechanic, particularly associated with the color blue.
“Perks are unique and meaningful; each perk changes your approach and significantly affects gameplay.”
“Very fast gameplay, and respawning after death is quick as well.”
“Gameplay is fun and dynamic; the mobs are interesting and visually appealing.”
“Blue seems to be the color associated with this game's worst mechanic, that being enemies that grab you.”
“Very fast gameplay, and quick starting after death is very fast, also.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story is noted for its unique and engaging plot twists, particularly during battles, where unexpected elements are revealed. The combination of distinctive art and narrative enhances the overall experience, making it memorable for players.
“Unique art and story.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character motivations are poorly developed, leaving their actions feeling unconvincing.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be highly addictive and enjoyable, despite its challenging and somewhat imperfect nature, contributing to its strong replayability.
“Very difficult, a bit rough around the edges, but massively addicting with strong replayability.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is praised for its immersive quality, effectively enhancing the gameplay experience through a well-crafted setting that captivates players.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the world and making every moment feel alive.”
“The setting is beautifully crafted, creating a unique and captivating environment that enhances the overall experience.”
“There's a cool vibe to the atmosphere that makes exploring the game world a thrilling adventure.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the optimization, noting that they are unable to assess improvements or potential performance drops due to dissatisfaction with the default controls.
“I can't get to the point of exploring what was improved otherwise, and whether or not the graphics update caused a performance drop, because the default controls are not to my liking.”
