Hive Jump 2: Survivors

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Hive Jump 2: Survivors is a single player survival role playing shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Graphite Lab and was released on September 10, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Tear through alien hordes and become unstoppable in this sci-fi action roguelite. Use your jetpack to out-maneuver enemies and traverse hostile planets. Upgrade your Jumper with powerful weapons and abilities to take down bosses and exterminate the Hives.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 86 reviews

gameplay13 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

Unique and fun jetpack mechanic adds fresh gameplay to the survivors-like genre, enhancing movement and combat fluidity.
Engaging core gameplay loop with satisfying progression and a good variety of weapons and character builds that encourage experimentation.
Strong cooperative multiplayer experience and replayability from procedural maps, making it addictive and rewarding for players who enjoy teamwork and roguelike challenges.

Progression and upgrade systems are slow and grind-heavy, requiring excessive farming of currency that can detract from the fun and pacing.
The UI and information presentation are often confusing or cluttered, with poorly distinguished upgrade effects and intrusive visual elements obstructing gameplay clarity.
Some balance issues exist, including frustrating enemy mechanics, lack of diverse upgrades (e.g., grenades and utilities), and occasional bugs impacting movement and targeting.

gameplay
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Hive Jump 2: Survivors delivers a fast-paced, cooperative run-and-gun experience with a unique and satisfying jetpack mechanic that sets it apart from similar games. While the gameplay is easy to grasp but challenging to master, it features intense firefights, diverse builds, and rewarding progression, though newcomers may face a steep learning curve due to limited tutorials and some unclear UI elements. Overall, the gameplay loop is addictive and engaging, offering hours of thrilling action, especially for fans of roguelike co-op shooters in sci-fi settings.
- “Hive Jump 2: Survivors builds upon its predecessor’s fast-paced, cooperative run-and-gun gameplay with a refined blend of intense action, strategic depth, and a gritty sci-fi atmosphere that keeps players on their toes.”
- “The core gameplay loop centers around intense firefights where players must coordinate to fend off relentless hordes while completing various objectives like rescuing survivors, securing resources, or eliminating hive cores.”
- “Gameplay mechanics are easy to learn but difficult to master (which is great!) and the music itself plays a major role in the overall presentation.”
- “The difficulty curve can be steep, especially for newcomers unfamiliar with cooperative shooters or roguelike mechanics, which may lead to frustration early on.”
- “Some procedural map layouts occasionally feel repetitive, and a few gameplay systems could benefit from clearer tutorials or tooltips to ease new players into the complex mechanics.”
- “As a new player, the upgrade/leveling system can be frustrating because it interrupts the moment-to-moment gameplay, but it can also be a welcome pause from the chaos and it's less disruptive once you know what upgrades to look for.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed feedback: some players find the electronic, looping soundtrack repetitive and annoying over long sessions, while others appreciate its role in enhancing the game's atmosphere and find it engaging. Overall, the soundtrack complements the gameplay well but could benefit from more variety.
- “Gameplay mechanics are easy to learn but difficult to master (which is great!) and the music itself plays a major role in the overall presentation.”
- “The soundtrack and art style were very pleasant and didn't get 'old,' with hopefully more on the way.”
- “Frozen tundra soundtrack did not need to go that hard (I love it).”
- “The game has an electronic soundtrack that is basically one repeating melody, which gets annoying after 10 minutes.”
- “Notably, giving each level a single looping music track can become grating, especially when a successful run can last close to half an hour.”
- “Personally, I play the game with no music but keep sound effects on and play lofi in the background on my computer.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Hive Jump 2 feature a detailed, gritty sci-fi pixel art style with a colorful retro aesthetic that effectively conveys the alien, claustrophobic atmosphere. While generally praised for its cool and refreshing look, some users noted occasional visual clutter and UI bugs that detracted from the experience. Overall, the art style is appreciated but inconsistencies in presentation and interface occasionally hinder gameplay.
- “Visually, Hive Jump 2: Survivors maintains a gritty sci-fi aesthetic with detailed pixel art that captures the claustrophobic and dangerous atmosphere of alien worlds.”
- “A good game (not a great game) with a really cool aesthetic and the unusual yet refreshing inclusion of a 'jetpack' game mechanic.”
- “Fun gameplay and colorful retro aesthetic make it a great game to chill to.”
- “The graphics are not bad but they kinda bugged me sometimes since there were sometimes too many things on the screen to keep a "complete a stage un-hit" achievement.”
- “Hideous visuals and UI, which is also buggy and broken to the point of not allowing upgrade selections at times.”
- “7/10 solid bullet heaven game with cool retro aesthetic but feels a bit lacking in content.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Grinding in the game is often described as excessive and tedious, with slow progression and minimal upgrades requiring significant effort. However, a rewarding run can help accumulate resources to ease this grind, and the variety of characters, maps, and weapons somewhat compensate for the repetitive nature. Overall, the outside currency/shop upgrades are particularly criticized for being excessively grindy.
- “Takes a lot of grinding for minuscule upgrades.”
- “Extremely grindy, yet a great selection of characters, maps (4), passives, and enough weapons perhaps make up for it, ironically.”
- “The outside currency/shop for getting upgrades is extremely grindy.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is complemented by a dynamic mission structure with procedural generation that keeps exploration and combat fresh and engaging. While the narrative itself is somewhat familiar, the gameplay's emphasis on strategic planning and varied objectives enhances the overall experience. However, intrusive UI elements can occasionally distract from mission immersion.
- “This frenetic combat is balanced by the need for careful planning, as resources are limited and every decision—whether choosing gear, upgrading abilities, or allocating team roles—can influence the outcome of the mission.”
- “Procedural generation ensures that no two missions feel the same, injecting variety and unpredictability into the exploration of alien caverns, abandoned facilities, and hive nests.”
- “Definitely a very fun game to explore with missions and hives to destroy, there really is no complaints I have.”
- “Well, you know the rest of the story.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Hive Jump 2: Survivors delivers a gritty sci-fi atmosphere characterized by detailed pixel art, claustrophobic alien environments, and ominous lighting that create a strong sense of danger and tension. The blend of frantic action and strategic gameplay is enhanced by this immersive, menacing setting, making it a compelling experience for fans of cooperative space adventures.
- “Hive Jump 2: Survivors builds upon its predecessor’s fast-paced, cooperative run-and-gun gameplay with a refined blend of intense action, strategic depth, and a gritty sci-fi atmosphere that keeps players on their toes.”
- “Visually, Hive Jump 2: Survivors maintains a gritty sci-fi aesthetic with detailed pixel art that captures the claustrophobic and dangerous atmosphere of alien worlds.”
- “The environments are varied and atmospheric, filled with ominous lighting and organic structures that convey a sense of lurking menace.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong replayability through challenging scenarios, varied character builds, and diverse maps, providing a balanced progression that keeps players engaged. Its roguelike elements and dynamic gameplay make it a compelling and enjoyable experience to revisit multiple times.
- “This replayability factor is a strong suit, keeping players coming back to tackle ever more challenging scenarios.”
- “Besides blasting things while jumping around with a jetpack, progression feels pretty balanced 4 hours into the game, and there's enough variation between the different character builds and the maps to keep things interesting and replayable.”
- “I never played the first Hive Jump but I can already tell this game will become a great time sink for me with all the replayability you'd expect from a roguelike.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is compromised by frequent glitches, especially in cave areas, causing visual and UI issues. These bugs can disrupt gameplay, including preventing upgrade selections.
- “Hideous visuals and UI, which is also buggy and broken to the point of not allowing upgrade selections at times.”
- “Also in the cave there are some goo glitches.”