Hare
- September 27, 2017
- Thomaz
"Hare" is an exhilarating arcade platformer featuring genre-blending elements, in which you race through diverse worlds to thwart a god and rescue your loved one. With its intense action and striking visuals, this game promises a thrilling adventure. Don't miss out - add it to your Steam wishlist today!
Reviews
- The game features outstanding visuals and a nostalgic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Gameplay is fast-paced and addictive, rewarding boldness and quick decision-making, making it enjoyable for platforming fans.
- The recent updates have improved the game's mechanics and presentation, making it more engaging and fun to play.
- The developer has a history of revoking keys for previously purchased games, leading to distrust among players.
- The price increase from a low amount to a significantly higher one has left many feeling scammed and dissatisfied.
- Gameplay can feel unpolished and generic, lacking depth and customization options, which detracts from the overall experience.
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Hare" is characterized by its fast-paced, addictive nature, encouraging players to engage repeatedly. While many appreciate the dynamic mechanics and aesthetic elements, some find it somewhat generic and clunky, particularly in its 2D runner format. The game features a variety of gameplay styles and challenging boss encounters that add depth and nostalgia, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
“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!”
“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.”
“The best part was clearly the bosses where you have a nice change of pace; I'm not gonna spoil, but most of them involve experiencing the gameplay 'through new lenses'.”
- music8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its nostalgic 90's vibe and energetic soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience and complementing the pixel art visuals. Players appreciate the upbeat tunes and sound effects, which contribute to the game's engaging atmosphere, making it a standout feature despite some criticisms of the gameplay mechanics. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant asset that elevates the game's appeal.
“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.”
“The game is nice and has a soundtrack that takes you back on a nostalgia trip straight to the 90's.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with players appreciating the improved visuals and aesthetic presentation, particularly the space theme and artwork. While the gameplay has been described as somewhat generic and clunky, the overall visual and acoustic experience enhances the enjoyment of the game.
“This is a must-buy runner, really appreciate the gameplay, visuals and the music.”
“I thought the game was really well presented both aesthetically and acoustically.”
“The aesthetic is pretty neat.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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 gameplay experience enjoyable throughout.”
“It's a very fun game with a frantic gameplay style and various forms of gameplay, along with a plot that makes you eager 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.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, noting that despite its highscore-driven format, the adventure mode features engaging bosses and a heartwarming ending that resonates with them.
“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.”