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Geometry Dash

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87%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
stability, grinding
87% User Score Based on 10,000 reviews

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Geometry Dash is a single player casual platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by RobTop Games and was released on August 13, 2013. It received positive reviews from players.

Geometry Dash is a rhythm-based action platformer, challenging players to jump, fly, and flip their way through treacherous levels filled with obstacles. With its simple controls and increasingly difficult levels, it offers a satisfying yet near impossible challenge. The game's vibrant graphics and pumping soundtrack make for an entertaining and engaging experience.

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87%
Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews
music607 positive mentions
stability154 negative mentions

  • The game offers a wide variety of levels, both official and user-created, providing endless gameplay.
  • The level editor allows for creativity and customization, making it fun to create and share levels.
  • The music is engaging and enhances the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable to play.
  • There are bugs that cause the game to not save progress or to reset progress after closing the app.
  • The game has not been updated in several years, leading to frustration among players waiting for new content.
  • Some players experience input lag or unresponsive controls, particularly on mobile devices.
  • music
    1,063 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in Geometry Dash is widely praised for its catchy and engaging soundtracks, which enhance the gameplay experience and help players time their jumps. Many users appreciate the variety of music available, including tracks from Newgrounds, and the ability to create custom levels with personalized music. However, several reviews mention issues with music synchronization, particularly on mobile devices, where the music often lags or desyncs from the gameplay, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “The music is absolutely fire.”
    • “Music sync in the levels is one of the most satisfying things I have ever experienced.”
    • “The music is amazing and the gameplay mechanics are unique and creative.”
    • “The music is constantly behind in levels so I mess up all the time.”
    • “Every single time I open this nowadays, the music desyncs literally within 5 seconds and the game has been ruined because I can't play correctly.”
    • “I would rate 5 stars if it weren't for the fact that in practice mode, the original music from that level doesn't play.”
  • gameplay
    360 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this game is widely praised for its simplicity, addictive nature, and vibrant graphics, making it accessible yet challenging for players of all skill levels. Many users appreciate the variety of mechanics and user-generated content, which keeps the experience fresh and engaging. However, some players have reported issues with lag, unresponsive controls, and synchronization problems between music and gameplay, which can detract from the overall experience.

    • “This game is a 2D runner/platformer that has a lot of gameplay features that keeps it from becoming too repetitive.”
    • “Incredible gameplay, that's easy to grasp but impossible to master.”
    • “The gameplay is fun and the level editor isn't that complicated.”
    • “There's only a few problems I have with the game mechanics such as auto jumping and unresponsive clicks.”
    • “I tried to play this on a tablet that runs Android 10, but unfortunately the music and gameplay no longer sync up properly, resulting in mistimed jumps.”
    • “Gameplay is bad plus your character does not react quick enough, and it's laggy; please improve.”
  • monetization
    280 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of Geometry Dash is highly praised, as it features a one-time purchase price with no ads or in-app purchases, making it a refreshing alternative to many mobile games that rely on microtransactions. Players appreciate the value for money, citing the extensive content, including a level editor and access to user-generated levels, as well as the absence of intrusive advertisements. Overall, the game is considered a great investment for those seeking a fun and uninterrupted gaming experience.

    • “One of the only app games that provides a good challenge, is fun, and isn't full of microtransactions.”
    • “The majority of mobile games exist to eat your wallet under the guise of 'free to play.' Geometry Dash has no such trickery, and it instead opts for one up-front price tag with no in-app purchases.”
    • “It's also consumer friendly, pay $2 for the game and that's it, no microtransactions, no RNG, no casino, all cosmetics are unlocked by gameplay and nothing else.”
    • “Super disappointed as I love this game but so sick of ads also.”
    • “The thing putting this at 4 stars are the ads, the PC version doesn't have those so on the PC version it's 5 stars there.”
    • “I kind of did like it but I mean it has way too many ads and it kept interrupting my gameplay but overall it is kind of a good game just the only thing that's the problem is the ads.”
  • graphics
    244 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in Geometry Dash are widely praised for their vibrant and colorful art style, which complements the game's engaging music and level design. While many users appreciate the simplicity and charm of the visuals, some note that later levels can become visually cluttered, making gameplay challenging. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point of the game, contributing to its addictive and enjoyable experience.

    • “The graphics are amazing, and there's always more levels to play.”
    • “With amazing graphics, challenging level design and stunning music, Geometry Dash will always be one of my favorite games of all time!”
    • “Amazing graphics and epic icons!”
    • “Also, the later levels have too many cluttering visuals that make it hard to tell what is happening.”
    • “It's a good game, but I only give it 3 stars because the game's graphics are horrible!”
    • “The graphics in Geometry Dash Lite were way better; I kind of feel that the 3 bucks were a waste of money. Could you do a graphics update?”
  • stability
    164 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent glitches and crashes, particularly on mobile devices. While some players experience smooth gameplay with minimal issues, others face significant problems such as freezing, lag, and bugs in the level editor. Overall, the game is enjoyable but requires urgent updates to address the numerous stability concerns highlighted by the community.

    • “The game runs great most of the time and barely ever lags.”
    • “Really fun game, good physics, not buggy at all, and a good way to kill time.”
    • “No lag, no glitches.”
    • “Only downside is in my version, occasionally the game freezes and I can't continue for a second, often meaning I lose my progress (I'm on a Samsung).”
    • “The game is buggy; I know my phone can handle big games, so I think it's the game's fault.”
    • “Whenever I open up a chest it just freezes.”
  • story
    69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as subtle yet engaging, with many hidden elements and easter eggs that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the ongoing narrative that unfolds through quests and user-generated levels, making the gameplay feel like an adventure. However, some users have reported bugs that hinder their ability to fully engage with the story and complete quests.

    • “I love how this game adds a very secret and subtle story, while still being a simple game.”
    • “One of the best parts about it is the secrets and trying to unravel the story.”
    • “Love how there's so much story packed into what seems like your average mobile game.”
    • “The only thing I would improve on is making the hidden storyline easier to follow.”
    • “Literally the most bugged broken game; I can't even back my account up, daily chests won't work, and quests never come back. Something this buggy should be free.”
    • “Nice game but the quests are too hard and the editor is buggy.”
  • optimization
    47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many players report smooth performance and minimal bugs, there are significant concerns regarding compatibility with various devices, particularly older and lower-end models. Users frequently mention issues with screen sizing, lag in object-heavy levels, and a lack of updates to improve optimization for newer Android versions. Despite these drawbacks, the game's enjoyable mechanics and levels keep players engaged, though many hope for future updates to enhance performance across all devices.

    • “The game runs smoothly and has no bugs from my perspective.”
    • “Amazing, runs smoothly, very fun to play and to try to beat new levels and practice old ones!”
    • “Super good game, definitely worth $1.99. I had no bugs and the game runs smoothly for me.”
    • “Admittedly, there are faults with the game like the poor account sign-up page and numerous minor bugs coupled with poor optimization.”
    • “A minor drawback is optimization, especially for object-heavy levels on low-end devices.”
    • “Gd Dash, as much as I love it, is horribly optimized for mobile, and a Celeron from 2011 can outlast a Moto G Play in a lag test.”
  • humor
    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is often derived from user-generated content, with many players finding amusement in the challenging levels and the community's reactions, including rage reviews. Players appreciate the funny messages and quirky icons, which contribute to the overall entertaining experience, despite occasional frustrations. Overall, the game is described as hilariously enjoyable, blending humor with challenging gameplay.

    • “I think it's funny that a particularly large portion of 1-star reviews are rage reviews because they can't beat the first level.”
    • “Haha, funny cube jump game go brrrrrr! In all seriousness, awesome game.”
    • “This game is very funny and entertaining while being challenging.”
  • grinding
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be both challenging and rewarding, with many expressing satisfaction in the achievements earned through persistent effort. However, frustrations arise from slow progress in acquiring resources like orbs and gems, as well as issues with lost progress and save data, which can diminish the overall enjoyment. Despite these challenges, the sense of accomplishment from overcoming difficult levels keeps many players engaged and motivated to continue grinding.

    • “I just lost 18k mana orbs after grinding for 13 hours. I buy my icons, save, and the next day I go check to see that I don't have the icons, and all the orbs I grinded are gone.”
    • “I'd give 5 stars but once I bought the game all my save data from the free version was deleted. Can't lie, that makes me not want to play anymore because of all the hours I spent grinding.”
    • “So much grinding for nothing.”
  • emotional
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting its enjoyable and wholesome community, as well as the intense feelings experienced during gameplay, such as joy and frustration. Many users share personal stories of attachment, including moments of sadness when losing progress or dealing with bugs, indicating that the game has a significant impact on their emotional well-being. Overall, while the game is praised for its fun and heartwarming aspects, technical issues can lead to frustration and disappointment.

    • “Awesome game, but I spent 3 years playing. When my 'friend' deleted it, I had levels published, but I can't play them. Please add this feature, because I cried for about 3 hours straight after getting home that day.”
    • “I can be intense at points, for example beating a top 1 such as Acheron or Slaughterhouse. People freak out and sometimes their family celebrates a victory, which is wholesome!”
    • “Heartwarming, and very fun for the whole family.”
  • replayability
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts exceptional replayability, primarily due to its robust level creator and a vast library of user-generated content, with hundreds of thousands of levels available. Players appreciate the challenge and satisfaction derived from mastering these levels, making it a highly engaging experience with virtually infinite replay value. Overall, it is regarded as one of the best mobile games for its extensive replayability and community-driven content.

    • “The sheer amount of replayability is amazing: hundreds of thousands of levels online and so many icons and game modes.”
    • “The user-created levels give this game so much replay value with over 14,000 rated levels and 40 million created levels; there's always something to do.”
    • “The user-created levels give this game so much replay value with over 14,000 rated levels (real levels) and 40 million created levels (most created levels are 3 seconds); there's always something to do.”
    • “Huge replay value thanks to the level editor.”
    • “This game is one of the better mobile games out there with no pay-to-win, no adverts, and significant replayability from the in-game level creator.”
  • character development
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features impressive and highly customizable character designs that enhance the overall experience, contributing to its fun gameplay and engaging story. Players appreciate the variety of options available, which adds depth to character development and keeps the gameplay fresh and enjoyable.

    • “The coolest character designs I have seen for a game like this.”
    • “Very customizable character design, and there's just lots to do.”
    • “Amazing rhythm game with fun gameplay, cool character design, amazing story, and I could go on a rant about how good this is!”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging and immersive levels, creating a challenging yet enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the blend of difficulty and excitement, contributing to a pleasant overall ambiance.

    • “It's atmospheric and has loads of great levels to play; yet the game is hard, and that's what makes it fun.”
    • “So hard, yet so atmospheric at the same time.”
    • “Challenging, exciting, and a pleasant atmosphere create an absolutely wonderful experience.”
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Geometry Dash is a casual platformer game with science fiction theme.

Geometry Dash is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

On average players spend around 12043 hours playing Geometry Dash.

Geometry Dash was released on August 13, 2013.

Geometry Dash was developed by RobTop Games.

Geometry Dash has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its stability.

Geometry Dash is a single player game.

Similar games include Geometry Dash Lite, Geometry Dash World, Geometry Dash SubZero, Geometry Dash Meltdown, Color Switch: Endless Play Fun and others.