Geometry Dash

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Geometry Dash is a rhythm-based action platformer where you jump, fly, and flip your way through dangerous levels with unique soundtracks. Create and share your own levels, unlock new icons and colors, and challenge yourself with difficult achievements. Steam users receive two exclusive unlockable icons. The game features thousands of user-generated levels for endless replayability.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 181,381 reviews

music3,270 positive mentions

story134 negative mentions

music
5,774 mentions
57 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The music in Geometry Dash is widely praised for its energetic and catchy soundtracks, which enhance the gameplay experience and keep players engaged. Many users appreciate the variety of tracks sourced from Newgrounds, allowing for a diverse range of music in both official and user-created levels. However, some players note that the music can become repetitive over time, and there are frustrations with syncing issues, particularly in practice mode where different tracks are used. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a key element of the game's appeal, contributing to its addictive nature and vibrant atmosphere.
- “I fell in love with the soundtrack immediately; the beats accompany your actions perfectly!”
- “What sets the game apart is its fusion of music and gameplay—each level syncs seamlessly with its background track, creating an immersive, almost hypnotic experience.”
- “The music is meticulously synced with the levels, creating a symbiotic relationship between sound and gameplay.”
- “Very fun but I'll play like 20-30 minutes because I get bored of hearing the same song over and over again.”
- “The music, while catchy, quickly becomes repetitive as well, and it does little to alleviate the monotony of the game’s levels.”
- “The music can be repetitive.”
gameplay
2,616 mentions
42 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Geometry Dash is characterized by its addictive and challenging nature, combining simple mechanics with a steep learning curve that keeps players engaged. While the game starts with basic levels that introduce new mechanics gradually, it quickly escalates in difficulty, often leading to frustration but also a rewarding sense of accomplishment. The vibrant visuals and rhythmic soundtrack enhance the experience, making it a standout title for fans of precision platforming and creative level design, particularly through its robust community-driven content.
- “Gameplay is basic at first but becomes so insanely addicting; the thrill of chasing harder and harder levels is downright addicting.”
- “Geometry Dash shines for its addictive gameplay, polished aesthetics, and boundless replay value, making it a must-play for anyone seeking a thrilling and rewarding challenge.”
- “The gameplay is simple but difficult to master, with intuitive one-touch controls that allow you to easily navigate through levels, but don’t let the straightforward mechanics fool you—this game demands precision and timing.”
- “While it boasts a colorful aesthetic and rhythmic gameplay on the surface, a deeper dive reveals a deeply flawed experience characterized by frustration, monotony, and a lack of meaningful design.”
- “Each level, while visually distinct, boils down to the same repetitive sequence of jumps, dodges, and flight mechanics.”
- “The absence of innovative mechanics or evolving challenges makes the experience feel stagnant, offering little incentive to continue.”
humor
1,557 mentions
99 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The humor in "Funny Block Jump 2.2" is a standout feature, with players frequently describing the game as hilarious and entertaining. The absurdity of the cube's antics, combined with the community's playful banter and memes, creates a lighthearted atmosphere that keeps players engaged, even as they face challenging levels. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through its quirky mechanics and the amusing reactions it generates during gameplay.
- “This game masterfully blends challenging gameplay with a healthy dose of humor, resulting in an experience that is as entertaining as it is addictive.”
- “What truly makes Geometry Dash shine is its clever use of humor throughout the game.”
- “The community is awesome with how many amazing levels are being created and all the insane extreme demons and also just how funny the community is as well.”
- “At the end of the day, what I found to be best is to not be in any Discord, and refrain from reading level/YouTube comments unless you want to see spam, limitless insults and drama, and the most unfunny stuff ever conceived by the human psyche.”
- “The community also overuses jokes that are 7 years+ old and are one of the most cringe and unfunny gaming communities of all time.”
- “Not funny, didn't laugh.”
graphics
1,245 mentions
45 % positive mentions
52 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics in Geometry Dash are characterized by a vibrant and colorful aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience. While the initial levels feature basic visuals, user-created levels often showcase stunning and complex designs, demonstrating the creativity of the community. Overall, the game's minimalist art style, combined with its rhythmic synchronization to music, creates an engaging and visually appealing environment that captivates players.
- “The graphics are stunning and the music really immerses you into the game.”
- “Geometry Dash dazzles with its vibrant, neon-colored visuals.”
- “The graphics are colorful and the soundtrack is great.”
- “The graphics are very basic and the overall visual style screams out 'mobile phone' game.”
- “The graphics are worst than Minecraft pixel art which is not a compliment, fuck this game.”
- “I was not impressed with the graphics at all; it's just cubes and triangles. I asked my grandson to turn the graphics up but he couldn't; the game does not run well at all.”
story
863 mentions
10 % positive mentions
74 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The story aspect of "Geometry Dash" is largely viewed as minimal or non-existent, with many players noting that the game focuses primarily on gameplay rather than narrative depth. Some reviews mention a loose backstory inspired by a true story involving a man forced to jump over spikes, but overall, the consensus is that the game lacks a compelling storyline. While there are hints of lore and character interactions, most players find the gameplay experience to be the main draw, with little emphasis on a traditional narrative.
- “Unlike other popular games, Geometry Dash has a beautiful storyline, well thought out and touched me in the heart.”
- “The storytelling in this game is simply amazing; I was so moved at some points that I had to take a break because my vision was blurred from crying.”
- “Geometry Dash is a magnificent blend of horror and romance, with unparalleled graphics, and a storyline that had me on the edge of my seat.”
- “Without any storyline or character development, the game feels shallow and lacking in substance.”
- “This game has no lore, story, or world-building aspects.”
- “Not only that, the developer of GD, Robtop Games, has implemented a story, however literally nobody cares about it.”
grinding
500 mentions
1 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
64 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is frequently described as both extensive and essential, with many players noting that it requires significant time and dedication to progress, especially in challenging levels. While some find the grind rewarding and satisfying upon completion, others view it as tedious and frustrating, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience. Overall, players agree that a substantial commitment is necessary, often humorously suggesting that one would need "a second life" to fully engage with the game's grinding demands.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “This game is fun but it is too grindy for absolutely no reason, to get most icons you need to get some currency.”
- “The gameplay gets tedious and repetitive quickly, addicting to play sometimes, but it's likely not because you are having fun.”
- “I lost my life playing this game please dont it makes me want to die spending 1 month to beat 1 level everyday grinding.”
replayability
293 mentions
49 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
Geometry Dash is widely praised for its exceptional replayability, largely due to its extensive community-driven content and level editor, which provide virtually infinite levels and challenges. Players appreciate the game's addictive nature, vibrant community, and the constant influx of user-generated levels, making it a highly engaging experience that can be enjoyed for years. Despite some opinions suggesting limited replay value, the overwhelming consensus highlights the game's near-endless replayability as one of its standout features.
- “Geometry Dash shines for its addictive gameplay, polished aesthetics, and boundless replay value, making it a must-play for anyone seeking a thrilling and rewarding challenge.”
- “The replayability of the game from all the community is what makes it so great, based on a dedicated developer and community.”
- “The level editor allows you to create and share your own levels, adding to the game's replayability and community-driven content.”
- “Lastly, despite its initial popularity, Geometry Dash may lack long-term replay value for some players.”
- “This game has barely any replay value; you will play it for 3 minutes, put it down, then never pick it back up again.”
- “Sure, it's kind of cool, but there is just nothing to do; I feel like there is no replayability.”
stability
246 mentions
4 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with many users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes, particularly following the 2.2 update. While some players find the gameplay enjoyable despite these issues, the overall consensus is that the game is plagued by instability, making it frustrating and sometimes unplayable. Users have expressed a strong desire for improvements and bug fixes from the developer to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The main levels are built well and the online levels work very well with no glitches.”
- “No glitches, unmatched fun, and overall good gameplay.”
- “There's no problems, no glitches and is just really fun.”
- “The game is incredibly buggy and you die when you are not supposed to.”
- “I get a runtime error every level I complete which completely erases every and all saved data from that play session. It's happened like 10 times over and each time it's been on a very hard level which I've had to redo to beat it.”
- “The game is too buggy to even play.”
emotional
165 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly impactful, with many players expressing feelings of joy, heartbreak, and frustration, often leading to tears. Users describe it as a deeply rewarding yet challenging experience that evokes a wide range of emotions, from nostalgia and inspiration to anger and despair, making it both addictive and emotionally taxing. Overall, the game fosters a wholesome community that supports players through their emotional journeys, despite the intense challenges it presents.
- “This game made me cry with joy and seethe with anger within 40 minutes.”
- “As someone that has personally experienced heartbreaking tragedy, this game got me through it, and not because it's a distraction from my struggles, or because it's so entertaining that I forgot about them, but because it's just that amazing and inspiring of a game.”
- “A beautiful, creative, challenging and emotional journey.”
optimization
153 mentions
26 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The game's optimization receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its performance on lower-end devices and smooth gameplay, while others report significant lag, stuttering, and poor optimization, particularly on higher-end systems. Many users express frustration over the lack of updates and improvements to performance, especially in windowed mode, leading to a generally inconsistent experience. Overall, while some players find it well-optimized for casual play, others highlight ongoing issues that detract from the enjoyment.
- “This game is so optimized; performance is smooth with no lag or bugs. Highly recommended!”
- “Really good optimization; it could run on a potato PC.”
- “Amazing game, great visuals with great performance, and is really fun to play. Honestly, I can play this game for 4 hours straight without getting bored!”
- “The community has been asking for a lot of quality of life features for a while, such as start position switcher, click between frames, performance improvements (since the game is very poorly optimized), etc.”
- “This game is buggy, unoptimized, and lacks any sort of development.”
- “Overall, I do like this game, but it's so poorly optimized that it's aggravating at times.”
monetization
107 mentions
39 % positive mentions
37 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The monetization model of Geometry Dash is highly praised, as it features no microtransactions, in-game purchases, or intrusive ads, providing a seamless gaming experience for players. The game is available for a one-time purchase, which many users find reasonable given the extensive content and community features it offers. Overall, players appreciate the lack of pay-to-win mechanics and the focus on skill-based gameplay.
- “And there's like no in-game purchases or a subscription or anything, which is rare in many games these days.”
- “Totally recommend this game and also there are no in-app purchases so it's not pay-to-win in any way.”
- “It's way too fun playing levels and doing challenges for collecting awesome cosmetics with the added bonus there are no in-app purchases.”
- “In addition to community issues, Geometry Dash includes in-app purchases and advertisements, which can be intrusive and disrupt the gaming experience.”
- “While the game is available for purchase upfront, the presence of microtransactions and ads may deter some players and diminish their enjoyment of the game.”
- “Finally, the game's reliance on microtransactions to unlock additional content is a major turn-off.”
atmosphere
21 mentions
62 % positive mentions
24 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its immersive and captivating qualities, enhanced by a dynamic soundtrack that complements the fast-paced gameplay. Each level features unique visuals and soundscapes, ranging from energetic electronic music to eerie tones, creating a stimulating yet calming environment. Overall, the combination of colorful graphics, minimalist design, and effective use of sound contributes to a memorable and engaging atmosphere that players find both relaxing and exhilarating.
- “The music not only adds to the overall atmosphere but also serves as a crucial component of gameplay, helping players time their jumps and movements with precision.”
- “The lovecraftian aesthetic and design for the monsters and levels is very unique and creates a unique, almost horror-like atmosphere that blends very well with the frenetic, high-octane shooting.”
- “From the pulsating neon lights of 'Electroman Adventures' to the eerie atmosphere of 'Cycles,' every level feels like a work of art, blending form and function in perfect harmony.”
- “In the game, color is used extremely effectively; it helps to create atmosphere and vibes.”
- “Get sucked into the atmosphere of the game.”
character development
9 mentions
44 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the depth and versatility of character design, others criticize the lack of narrative and meaningful growth, leading to a feeling of shallowness. Despite this, there are instances where character development is seen as purposeful and impactful, contributing positively to the overall experience. Overall, opinions vary widely, with some praising it as amazing and others finding it lacking.
- “His ability to excel in both defensive and offensive scenarios showcases the versatility and brilliance of his character design.”
- “Amazing character development.”
- “There is no narrative, no character development, and no purpose beyond completing level after level.”
- “Without any storyline or character development, the game feels shallow and lacking in substance.”
- “While the character development does at times seem strange or out of line, this is hardly a point of critique for me, because it is never without purpose.”