HoPiKo

Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won't astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash.

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HoPiKo is a fast-paced speed run platformer where you must save gaming by jumping through levels and avoiding obstacles to rescue enslaved HoPiKos. With 100s of hand-crafted levels across 5-stage mini runs, players must compete for the fastest times and collect retro consoles for bonus runs. The game features a chiptune soundtrack and unique minimal controls for a challenging and brutal twitch-based gameplay experience.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

music4 positive mentions

The game features fantastic music and fast-paced gameplay that fits the soundtrack perfectly, making it enjoyable both casually and for completionists.
The visuals are colorful and vibrant, with a well-designed world that progressively darkens, enhancing the overall experience.
Many players found the game to be a great source of joy and motivation, helping them through tough times and providing a sense of accomplishment.

The control scheme is poorly designed, leading to frustrating gameplay where timing and aiming can feel inconsistent and unresponsive.
Bugs and glitches significantly impact the gameplay experience, with many deaths attributed to controls not working as intended.
The game can be unplayable on PC due to clunky controls, especially when using a mouse and keyboard, making it much more enjoyable on mobile or with a controller.

music
7 mentions
57 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised, with many users highlighting its fantastic quality and how well it complements the fast-paced gameplay. The soundtrack is considered a standout feature, with some players even purchasing the game solely for the music. Overall, the combination of great art style and engaging audio enhances the overall experience.
- “Fantastic music combined with great fast gameplay fitting for the OST pace.”
- “The soundtrack is wonderful, too.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Bought it just for the soundtrack.”
- “Love the art style, music, and feedback after I beat a stage.”
gameplay
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced action that aligns well with the energetic soundtrack, requiring precise timing and quick decision-making to avoid failure. Players appreciate the small adjustments made in each world, which help maintain a fresh experience throughout the game. However, any hesitation or mechanical issues can lead to frustrating deaths due to the strict time constraints.
- “Fantastic music combined with great fast gameplay fitting for the OST pace.”
- “However, due to all of the timing and cycles you need to hit, not to mention you have a very limited time to beat the stage, any hesitation or mechanics not working will lead to your death.”
- “However, due to all of the timing and cycles you need to hit, not to mention you have a very limited time to beat the stage, any hesitation, or mechanics not working, will lead to your death.”
- “Small tweaks are made to the gameplay to keep each world feeling less like the previous.”
graphics
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their colorful and vibrant art style, which complements the gameplay effectively. Reviewers appreciate the upgraded visuals and design, noting that they enhance the overall experience.
- “The game's visuals are colorful, vibrant, and fit the game to near-perfection.”
- “Love the art style, music, and feedback after I beat a stage.”
- “Upgraded art style and upgraded design.”
story
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”