Haneda Girl

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Haneda Girl is a single player arcade action adventure game. It was developed by Studio Koba and was released on May 23, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Haneda Girl is a stylish 2D action platformer where you control pilot Chichi Wakaba and her combat mecha M.O.T.H.E.R. to fend off invading Hackernauts. The game features tight controls, character swapping, and creative combat options, ensuring fast-paced, replayable gameplay. Its addictive loop and energetic techno soundtrack deliver a thrilling experience for all players.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

Fast-paced gameplay with tight controls and a variety of mechanics that encourage replayability and mastery.
Stunning visuals and an energetic soundtrack that enhance the overall experience, making each level feel dynamic and engaging.
Challenging yet fair, offering a rewarding experience for players who enjoy precision platforming and score-chasing.

The game can be frustratingly difficult, especially for players not accustomed to high-skill platformers, leading to repeated deaths and potential rage.
Lack of cloud saves and some technical issues, such as bugs and performance drops, detract from the overall experience.
The control scheme can feel overly complex, and the character's tendency to stick to walls may hinder gameplay fluidity.

gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Haneda Girl" is characterized by its fast-paced, precision platforming mechanics that blend elements from various genres, offering both a dual-form playstyle and an instant restart feature after death, which enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the tight controls, stylish visuals, and the addictive nature of the gameplay, although some have noted minor issues like lag and overly simplistic ranking requirements. Overall, the game is praised for its mechanical depth and engaging action, making it a rewarding challenge for those who enjoy skill-based gameplay.
- “The gameplay is sharp, stylish, and addictive.”
- “The defining mechanic of Haneda Girl is its dual-form gameplay.”
- “Tight controls, fast and fluid action, great visual style, a sick soundtrack, and challenging gameplay (especially if you're aiming for silver rank or higher upon completion).”
- “That in combination with the extremely demanding gameplay at high levels wore me out and gave me a headache on several occasions, and that's coming from someone who's invested thousands of hours into Warframe.”
- “For starters, the wall latching is very sticky which contributes a lot to the mechanical skill required for speedrunning.”
- “It has some issues where the game might suddenly slow down mid-gameplay, but it's nothing a restart of the game didn't fix.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic techno and electronic beats, which perfectly complement the fast-paced gameplay and vibrant visuals. Reviewers describe the soundtrack as phenomenal and addictive, enhancing the overall experience and making each run feel intense and satisfying. The combination of pulsing 80s beats and slick controls creates an engaging atmosphere that resonates with players, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Complementing the visuals is a soundtrack steeped in energetic techno and electronic beats, which sync perfectly with the game’s relentless tempo.”
- “The music is absolutely phenomenal, addictive and energizing.”
- “The music is superb: pulsing 80s beats, which complement the frantic action perfectly.”
- “The soundtrack is killer and the graphics fit this style of game nicely.”
- “I even found myself forgetting to play because I was so into the soundtrack.”
- “Story, settings and soundtrack?”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game is lightweight and serves primarily as a backdrop to the fast-paced action, with charming character interactions and visually appealing scenes. While the plot is minimal and can be overlooked, it adds a fun element to the gameplay, which is characterized by quick levels and addictive mechanics. Overall, players appreciate the cute narrative about saving a digital world, though some desire a more engaging and dynamic storytelling experience.
- “Having finished the main story just now, I can say I wish I played it much sooner!”
- “Everything was so pretty, and I especially loved the look of the beginning and end story scenes!”
- “Plus, it's got a cute little story about saving a digital world and some absolutely banging techno music that just makes you feel good, so whether you're a hardcore gamer or just looking for a fun time, this game sounds like a total winner.”
- “The plot exists, but you could finish the game without paying attention to it.”
- “Studio Koba’s follow-up to Narita Boy is, like its predecessor, a fast-paced 2D action platformer, but leans more into the arcade mode, with short levels, and less of a story.”
- “Although I would like the story to be a bit more... let's call it alive.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Haneda girl are highly praised for their vibrant, neon-drenched aesthetic that complements the fast-paced, arcade-driven gameplay. Reviewers highlight the stellar visuals and striking color palette, which enhance the overall experience and align well with the energetic soundtrack. The art style, particularly the cover art, is noted as a standout feature, contributing to the game's appeal for fans of retro digital worlds.
- “Haneda girl is a fast, stylish, and unapologetically arcade-driven action platformer that thrives on precision, adrenaline, and an aesthetic love letter to retro digital worlds.”
- “The visuals are stellar.”
- “The colors pop perfectly with a striking vividness, art style looks amazing especially the cover art of Haneda next to the m.o.t.h.e.r.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally stable and polished, though some players report occasional bugs and performance issues, particularly on the Steam Deck, where stuttering and control malfunctions have been noted. While there is a desire for more customization and quality-of-life improvements, the core performance remains solid.
- “Some players may wish for additional customization options or small quality-of-life improvements, but the core performance remains stable and polished.”
- “My biggest bummer with it is the Steam Deck performance.”
- “I've played solely on it and it has some pretty gnarly stuttering at times, and at least once per play session my controls just stop working.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, emphasizing that it caters to those seeking a significant challenge typical of soulslike titles.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and monotonous, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the grinding to be a frustrating experience that detracted from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “The repetitive nature of the grinding makes it feel more like a chore than a fun gameplay mechanic.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly replayable due to its significant skill ceiling and extensive customization options, which motivate players to improve their performance with each playthrough.
- “Super replayable with a high skill ceiling and customization.”
- “This adds a ton of replay value to each level and encourages you to do better every time.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game has some bugs and optimization issues, but it performs well on the Steam Deck.
- “It runs great on Steam Deck, too!”
- “A little buggy at times and not well optimized.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is often derived from unexpected moments, such as getting stuck in walls, which players find amusing despite the occasional frustration it causes. Overall, the game is described as a fast-paced and funny arcade experience that keeps players entertained.
- “I also lost a few runs to getting stuck in a wall, which was honestly kind of funny most of the time, but it did cause me to lose a pretty good run right at the end once.”
- “Amazing fast and funny arcade game; dash is life.”