Hardnoid

About

"Hardnoid" is a tough take on Arkanoid, where players must defend all four sides of the screen using the character's teeth or hands, depending on the difficulty level. The game rewards quick reflexes and strategic thinking, as players bounce a ball off the bricks and avoid letting it fall out of bounds. With four sides to protect and the ball's unpredictable trajectory, "Hardnoid" provides a unique and challenging twist on the classic brick-breaking genre.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

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

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

music3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features four different modes of play, adding variety and increasing difficulty.
The retro 90's style graphics are appreciated by some players.
It's an inexpensive game, making it accessible for those looking for a low-cost option.

The game is plagued by numerous game-breaking bugs, such as the ball getting stuck or moving uncontrollably.
There is a lack of power-ups and challenging gameplay, making it feel unoriginal and tedious.
The password system for level progression is frustrating and detracts from the overall experience.

music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for its distinct design, but many users find the soundtrack becomes repetitive and annoying quickly.
- “The soundtrack is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience.”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
- “The variety of tracks keeps the experience fresh and engaging throughout.”
- “The difference is just the design and soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack gets annoying very fast.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by a balance of accessibility and challenge, making it easy to pick up while still providing a rewarding level of difficulty for players.
- “+ easy gameplay and quite challenging.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their quality, even though the overall story is considered lacking in substance.
- “The graphics are stunning and truly bring the game world to life.”
- “Every detail in the environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
- “The character designs are vibrant and expressive, adding depth to the overall aesthetic.”
story
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The story is perceived as lacking depth and purpose, with some users feeling it is ultimately pointless, though the graphics are appreciated.
- “The whole story is completely pointless, but the graphics are nice.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
stability
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs that cause the ball to glitch or become stuck in walls.
- “Very buggy; the ball often glitched out or got stuck in a wall.”