Hare

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Hare is a single player casual platformer game with anime and science fiction themes. It was developed by Thomaz and was released on September 27, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Hare is an intense and fast arcade Platormer with genre bending elements where you run through different worlds to defy a god and save your special one. Please wishlist on Steam!

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

music5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features outstanding pixel art and a captivating soundtrack, creating a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere.
Gameplay is fast-paced and addictive, rewarding boldness and quick decision-making, making it a fun experience for platforming enthusiasts.
The recent updates have improved graphics and gameplay mechanics, enhancing the overall experience and making it more enjoyable.

The developer has a questionable reputation, having revoked keys for previously purchased games and raised the price significantly, leading to customer dissatisfaction.
Gameplay can be frustrating due to repetitive respawning and a lack of features like a minimap, which can hinder the overall experience.
Many positive reviews appear to be from friends of the developer, raising concerns about the authenticity of the feedback and the game's value.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Hare" is characterized by its fast-paced, addictive nature, encouraging players to engage repeatedly with its dynamic mechanics and appealing aesthetics. While many appreciate the improvements in graphics and new gameplay elements, some find it to be a somewhat generic 2D runner with occasional clunkiness. Overall, it offers a fun experience with a good balance of challenge and nostalgia.
- “Short, fast-paced, and with a 'hesitation is defeat' gameplay ingrained within, Hare is quite a special game.”
- “The gameplay is very forward, dynamic, and fast; you will find yourself playing again and again without even noticing—it's addictive.”
- “Highly recommend it for its new mechanics, UI, fun, and addictive gameplay!”
- “The gameplay is very simple, but you do have a fair amount of control over movement.”
- “It's not the best gameplay-wise, but for less than a buck, I really enjoy seeing that someone else is batting around existential ideas and expressing themselves.”
- “Hare is a very fun game, it has a frantic gameplay and various forms of gameplay, it has a plot that makes you want to reach the end and has a great level of difficulty.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its upbeat and energetic soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience and complements the pixel art visuals. Players appreciate the combination of funky tunes and sound effects, making it a standout feature that motivates them to engage with the gameplay. Despite some criticisms of the gameplay mechanics, the music remains a highlight, contributing to the game's enjoyable atmosphere.
- “As someone who likes pixel art games a lot, combined with the soundtrack, this one gave me some good vibes.”
- “Outstanding soundtrack and art, the game is truly eye candy.”
- “It has nice sound effects and an upbeat soundtrack which makes me want to play endless mode.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with players appreciating the improved visuals and aesthetic design, particularly the space theme and artwork. While the gameplay has been described as somewhat generic and clunky, the overall presentation, including the music, enhances the visual experience, making it enjoyable for many players.
- “The aesthetic is pretty neat.”
- “I thought the game was really well presented both aesthetically and acoustically.”
- “This is a must-buy runner, really appreciate the gameplay, visuals and the music.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, highlighting its adventure mode that features challenging bosses and culminates in a heartwarming ending, which adds a layer of emotional engagement despite the highscore-driven gameplay.
- “Despite the high score format of the genre, it has an adventure mode with bosses and a heartwarming ending.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters really drew me in and made me feel connected to their journeys.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the story; it left a lasting impact on me long after I finished playing.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as relatively short but engaging, with a plot that motivates players to reach the end. Reviewers appreciate the nostalgic elements and the enjoyable gameplay, highlighting the game's fun and challenging nature.
- “The story is engaging and kept me wanting to reach the end, making the experience enjoyable throughout.”
- “It's a very fun game with frenetic gameplay and various forms of play, and it has a plot that makes you want to see it through to the end. I would like to congratulate the developers for creating a game that brought back some memories of my childhood when games were truly great.”