64.0

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"64.0" is a challenging single-player shooter game with masterful mechanics and delightful music. Your mission is to survive 64.0 seconds by shooting only the squares with the same color as the ever-changing background. The game features fast-paced action, an awesome chiptune soundtrack, unique mechanics per level, and an endless mode with leaderboards. Trading cards are also available.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 524 reviews

music124 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Easy to learn but hard to master, providing a satisfying challenge with a fantastic soundtrack.
The game features a level-builder and community content, adding depth and replayability.
The simple mechanics and fast-paced gameplay make it addictive and enjoyable for fans of rhythm and arcade games.

The game can be excessively difficult, with some players feeling frustrated by the steep learning curve.
Controls can feel unresponsive at times, particularly with diagonal shooting, leading to unfair deaths.
The lack of an options menu and difficulty settings can make it less accessible for casual players.

music
214 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
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2%
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and engaging soundtrack, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the ability to customize songs and the inclusion of a workshop for user-generated content, although some note that the gameplay mechanics do not always sync well with the music. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal, especially for fans of retro and rhythm-based music.
- “The music is amazing, and the gameplay is intense almost all of the time.”
- “This game will kick your ass, throw you down the stairs, steal your girlfriend, and eat your sandwich while serenading you with a pleasant, thumping soundtrack that makes you wanna dance.”
- “A wonderfully simple concept with fantastic execution with an amazing soundtrack that is just icing on this indie gem cake.”
- “Turning off the music altogether might help you to play it.”
- “I bought this game thinking it's a rhythm game, but it's not - the correct timing of the player's button-pressing has nothing to do with the background music.”
- “They were not positioned in a way related to beat or upbeat or triplets or similar, it just feels wrong and in that moment you just had to press the keys completely unrelated to what the music is playing.”
gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
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6%
The gameplay is characterized by its rhythm-based mechanics and a steep difficulty curve that can be frustrating for new players, particularly with sudden spikes in challenge early on. Despite its simplicity, the game offers addictive and engaging mechanics, enhanced by a strong soundtrack that complements the gameplay experience. Players recommend utilizing Steam Workshop levels for a more manageable challenge, making it a worthwhile addition for fans of tough, skill-based games.
- “The gameplay of 64.0 is oddly remarkable and addicting for such a simple concept.”
- “The music is amazing, and the gameplay is intense almost all of the time.”
- “Every level has great mechanics and feels very smooth!”
- “It's just a complete mess, not even properly teaching you the game's mechanics and just suddenly throws a ridiculous difficulty spike at 15 seconds at you, which I just cannot overlook with it being the first level. It's just frustrating because the game gave you really no time to practice or build up to this moment.”
- “Your first playthrough might take around 15 seconds, but don’t worry, thankfully the game is not created in a way that will actively disturb your gameplay or make it unnecessarily harder with each attempt.”
- “Sometimes though, the game throws in some spanners in the works, mixing up the gameplay.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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21%
The game's graphics feature a minimalist art style characterized by simple shapes and block colors, which some players find charming despite being somewhat subpar. While the visuals may not appeal to casual gamers, they are considered adequate for the game's price point, with some reviewers even rating the graphics highly. Overall, the graphics serve the game's purpose, emphasizing fun over visual perfection.
- “The art style is very simple, with block colors and simple shapes - and pixelated.”
- “Graphics: 10/10”
- “The art style is very simple, block colors, simple shapes - and pixelated.”
- “It's actually not that bad for its price, although the graphics are a bit subpar.”
- “Even the minimalist graphics work in the game's favor.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “True story”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with users finding it both interesting and funny. It is described as a lighthearted experience that caters well to casual players, making it an enjoyable choice for those seeking a fun gaming session.
- “It's a funny, easy game perfectly made for casual players.”
- “It's very interesting and funny.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally view grinding positively, particularly for game farming, as it allows for resource accumulation and character progression. This aspect is often seen as a rewarding experience for those who enjoy repetitive tasks to enhance their gameplay.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight the game's high replayability, enhanced by the inclusion of a level editor, which allows for creative customization and varied gameplay experiences.
- “Definitely a fun game that has lots of replayability value, and a level editor!”