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Channel Surfing is a single player action game. It was developed by Happy Distractions Studio and was released on June 12, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Channel Surfing is an idle desktop game disguised as a retro TV, offering multiple unique gameplay channels with distinct mechanics and visuals. Players engage in activities like spinning fidget toys and hunting for treasure, earning resources and unlocking upgrades across interconnected channels. Progress continues passively, revealing mysterious hidden interactions and surprising cross-channel effects.

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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews
graphics1 positive mentions

  • The game features a unique and clever concept that allows players to interact with multiple mini-games that are interconnected, providing an engaging experience.
  • The artwork, animations, music, and overall vibe create a delightful atmosphere, making it enjoyable to play while multitasking.
  • Players appreciate the game's potential for unfolding complexity and the satisfaction of figuring out how different elements work together.
  • Many players report that the game feels broken or underbaked, with bugs affecting gameplay and progress, leading to frustration.
  • The content is perceived as lacking, with some players maxing out available upgrades and content quickly, leaving them wanting more.
  • The execution of the game's mechanics is criticized for being clunky and simplistic, making it feel like a gimmick rather than a fully developed experience.
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    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its delightful vibe, seamlessly integrating with the artwork and animations to enhance the overall experience. However, players note that there is no option to mute just the music without affecting other sound elements.

    • “The interactions, artwork, animations, music, and effects all combined together are insanely delightful.”
    • “The music is a vibe, and I could see having this on throughout the workday.”
    • “I don't think you can turn off just the music though without it muting everything together.”
    • “The music is a vibe and I could see having this up through the work day.”
  • graphics
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are praised for their delightful combination of interactions, artwork, animations, and effects, creating an engaging visual experience.

    • “The interactions, artwork, animations, music, and effects all combined together are insanely delightful.”
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Channel Surfing is a action game.

Channel Surfing is available on PC and Windows.

Channel Surfing was released on June 12, 2025.

Channel Surfing was developed by Happy Distractions Studio.

Channel Surfing has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its music.

Channel Surfing is a single player game.

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