Cube Runner

About

Cube Runner is a fast-paced racing game where players control a spaceship dodging quickly approaching cubes in a neon-lit, futuristic cityscape. Collect power-ups, avoid obstacles, and compete for high scores in this addictive and challenging title. Customizable ships and a variety of game modes add replayability to the simple yet engaging core gameplay.

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Play Modes

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

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 467 reviews

music87 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay with a unique mechanic of switching between platforms.
Great soundtrack that enhances the gaming experience.
Challenging levels that progressively increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment.

Short playtime, with many players completing the game in under two hours, leading to concerns about value for money.
Controls can be unresponsive at times, particularly with jumping and shooting mechanics, causing frustration.
Lack of variety in level design, with some levels feeling repetitive and easy compared to others.

music
151 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
37%
5%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its catchy and fitting soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. While some found the electronic and dubstep tracks enjoyable and immersive, others criticized the repetitiveness and lack of variety in the music selection. Overall, the soundtrack is often highlighted as a standout feature, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere despite some technical issues and gameplay criticisms.
- “The soundtrack is an integral part of the experience, syncing with the pace of the game and heightening the immersion.”
- “The music fits the game very well, I love the soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack was one of the best parts, as it made the whole ordeal really relaxing and enjoyable.”
- “The soundtrack, if you can call it that, consists of a few forgettable tunes that do little to enhance the overall experience.”
- “The simple, repetitive stages are coupled with a soundtrack consisting of generic, royalty-free dubstep and unresponsive controls that feel downright unfair at times, providing the complete low-effort indie game experience.”
- “I suggest turning off the awful techno music; it starts getting annoying after a while.”
gameplay
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
62%
4%
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that create a mix of enjoyable and challenging puzzles across 75 levels, though many players find it repetitive and lacking in depth after the initial stages. While the game introduces unique mechanics like gravity switching and platform interaction, it suffers from issues such as delayed controls and a short overall playtime of 1-2 hours, leading to mixed feelings about its value. Overall, it offers a fun and smooth experience for casual players, particularly those interested in achievement hunting, but may not justify its price for others.
- “The gameplay is splendid!”
- “The levels are well-designed, each introducing unique twists that keep the gameplay fresh and exciting.”
- “It manages to provide a decent challenge, without any unfair tricks or mechanics, and it's nonstop full-throttle action and fun from the moment you start the game until you finish the last level.”
- “It offers 75 levels and about an hour or two of gameplay, with zero replayability once completed.”
- “The game's flashy visuals and promising concept initially piqued my interest, but once I delved into the gameplay, it quickly became evident that this was a flawed and uninspired creation.”
- “The lack of levels (yes, there are only about 75 and no, I didn't sit through all of them), the either stolen or royalty-free music, the slow camera (for the switching mechanic), the slow gameplay, the repetition, and the ungodly amount of achievements.”
graphics
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
46%
10%
The graphics of the game are generally described as minimalistic and simplistic, with some reviewers appreciating the clean aesthetics and neon visuals, while others criticize them as lackluster or unfinished. Overall, the visuals are considered decent for a budget title, providing a pleasing experience without being groundbreaking. The combination of simple graphics and engaging gameplay creates a visually appealing atmosphere, though opinions vary on their overall quality.
- “Cube runner immediately captures attention with its sleek, clean aesthetics.”
- “The graphics are simple, but they are nice and provide a good appeal to the game.”
- “Bonus points for the visually pleasing graphics and cool soundtracks.”
- “Graphics are basic, music is underwhelming.”
- “While graphics are not everything, it is worth mentioning that Cube Runner's visuals are shockingly lackluster.”
- “While the game does run in fullscreen, the graphics are awful, controls are fixed.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
55%
27%
The game's story revolves around a cube named Bluey on a quest to rescue his lover from the villainous red cubes, who aim to use her for their own nefarious purposes. While some players appreciate the simple narrative and engaging mechanics, others criticize the lack of depth and linearity in the storytelling, with some even noting that the game feels more focused on gameplay than on narrative development. Overall, the story is seen as straightforward and serves primarily as a backdrop for the platforming experience.
- “Groundbreaking graphics and storytelling.”
- “On this quest, you must jump, click, and switch your way through a series of levels with the goal of reaching the end, no matter the cost. Luckily, you have unlimited lives because throughout the duration of the game, I 'died' a total of 824 times, how fun.”
- “Basically a game where you control a cube called Bluey on his perilous quest to find his lover who has been taken by the devious red cubes; a menacing clan of cubeys who intend to use Bluey's lover to mass reproduce more red cubes to help take over the peaceful land of Cubia.”
- “This is a rather simple automated platforming game that is all about mechanics with a simple jump, automatic respawns, and some kind of shooter tool (no story).”
- “Well, there's 0 story, and the level design is 100% linear, so I'm not sure where the depth comes in.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
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The game features 75 levels and offers about one to two hours of gameplay, but it lacks significant replayability once completed, with many users noting that there is little to no incentive to play again. While some players appreciate the straightforward nature of the game, the consensus is that it does not provide enough content to warrant replaying after finishing.
- “This game has plenty of replay value, even if it only takes you a few hours to beat.”
- “And then there's replayability.”
- “It offers 75 levels and about an hour or two of gameplay, with zero replayability once completed.”
- “There's no replay value, so once you beat all 75 levels, that's it.”
- “If you're looking for a simple and easy runner game with no replay value, which you'll be done with after an hour, then by all means, go for it.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it funny and enjoyable, particularly due to its quirky 3D options and amusing achievements. While the gameplay itself may not be inherently comedic, the challenges and the lighthearted nature of the achievements add a humorous touch to the overall experience.
- “Funny game! I really liked playing that game. XD”
- “The 3D options make it a little more funny and special.”
- “The achievements are hilarious when you aren't trying to die on purpose.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's optimization has been criticized for low performance, including significant FPS issues even on high-end PCs, occasional stuttering, and input detection problems, particularly in levels with heavy particle effects. Players feel that these performance issues detract from the overall experience, as there is little incentive to engage further with the game due to its short length and lack of user-generated content options.
- “There is no sense of accomplishment or reward for completing a level, as there is no incentive to strive for better performance or explore the game further.”
- “Also the 'heat' blocks cause issues with performance and key hit detection, so some of your inputs will be dropped, causing you to die.”
- “I don’t know what is up with the fire in this game; maybe it wasn’t optimized because there is only fire in about 5 levels near the end of the game.”
- “Low performance -- FPS problems on a strong PC.”
- “The only negatives I feel are present are the occasional stuttering and slowdowns, especially in levels with a vast amount of superfluous particles for atmosphere.”
- “Also, the 'heat' blocks cause issues with performance and key hit detection, so some of your inputs will be dropped, causing you to die.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its appealing colors and themes, contributing to an immersive experience, though some players note occasional stuttering due to excessive particle effects. While the overall ambiance is enjoyable and helps alleviate frustration during challenging levels, the game is considered somewhat short, with a desire for more player-generated content to enhance replayability.
- “The global atmosphere of the game is nice, with vibrant colors and engaging themes.”
- “The occasional stuttering and slow time can detract from the experience, but the atmosphere created by the vast amount of particles is impressive.”
- “Some levels can be frustrating, but the music and atmosphere kept my nerves down.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of the game is widely criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing skepticism about its value and questioning the authenticity of its promotional claims.
- “This game is pretty much another cash grab.”
- “The game is for sure a cash grab.”
- “Finally, the advertising seems a bit bogus: 'deep enough to challenge the greatest gamers'?”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy, with users reporting small glitches that detract from the overall experience. Some players have described it as "nauseating" and "eye gouge-inducing," indicating significant frustration with its performance.
- “Buggy, nauseating, and eye-gouge-inducing garbage.”
- “A bit buggy.”
- “Small glitches.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the game features a medium level of grinding, with some players feeling that its short playtime does not justify the $11 price tag, as much of the gameplay revolves around card farming after the initial 10 minutes.
- “A short $1 game that inexplicably costs $11; any playtime beyond 10 minutes is just for card farming.”
- “The game requires a medium level of grinding.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express that while the levels are generally easy, the inclusion of timed shooting elements detracts from the emotional engagement, making the game feel more like a shooting experience rather than a puzzle-platformer. This shift in gameplay focus can lead to frustration and a disconnect from the intended emotional experience.