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HoPiKo

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73%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
optimization, grinding
73% User Score Based on 132 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 10 reviews

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HoPiKo is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by Laser Dog and was released on October 19, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

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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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 132 reviews
music26 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • HoPiKo offers fast-paced, precision-driven gameplay that is highly addictive and rewarding for players who enjoy mastering challenging levels.
  • The game features a vibrant retro aesthetic with minimalist pixel art and an engaging chiptune soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • Each level introduces new mechanics, keeping the gameplay fresh and exciting while providing a satisfying sense of achievement upon completion.
  • The control scheme can be frustrating, particularly with mouse and keyboard, leading to inconsistent aiming and execution that detracts from the overall experience.
  • The game's steep difficulty curve and the requirement to restart entire sets of levels upon failure can be punishing, potentially discouraging casual players.
  • Some players have reported bugs and performance issues, particularly with the PC version, which can hinder gameplay and enjoyment.
  • music
    52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic chiptune soundtrack, which enhances the fast-paced gameplay and evokes nostalgia for classic arcade titles. While many players find the soundtrack addictive and fitting for the game's style, some note that it can become repetitive over time due to limited track variety. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's appeal, despite occasional concerns about volume control and potential monotony.

    • “The soundtrack is another standout element, composed using chiptune sounds reminiscent of early handheld consoles.”
    • “Fantastic music combined with great fast gameplay fitting for the OST pace.”
    • “The music is incredible, the gameplay is addictive, and the price feels about right.”
    • “I think there might be something odd going on with the music in HP.”
    • “The music can drone a bit, as the track only changes for every game instance & world (I think), though the music itself is good.”
    • “Additionally, it has a short soundtrack which will easily become annoying.”
  • gameplay
    49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Hopiko is characterized by its fast-paced, addictive mechanics that emphasize precision and quick reflexes, appealing to fans of both retro and modern platformers. While the minimalist visuals and engaging chiptune soundtrack enhance the experience, some players find the controls frustrating and the difficulty level high, particularly due to the sequential nature of level progression. Overall, the game offers a challenging yet rewarding experience, with clever mechanics introduced throughout that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.

    • “Released on Steam, the game combines retro-inspired visuals, addictive gameplay mechanics, and a high-energy soundtrack to create a memorable action platforming experience that appeals to fans of both classic and modern arcade games.”
    • “Gameplay is the core strength of Hopiko, emphasizing twitch reflexes and split-second decision-making.”
    • “The gameplay is challenging, which would be good, except levels are part of 5 level sets and you can only continue if you beat all 5 levels sequentially in the set.”
    • “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'—aka mechanics not working—will lead to your death.”
    • “Grafix hurt your eyes, controls are meh, and the gameplay itself is extremely mediocre.”
    • “The checkmarks do nothing for gameplay, but if you are a completionist, the fact that there is only one path in this frenetic, twitchy mess that will bestow them on you is frustrating as hell.”
  • graphics
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro-inspired aesthetic featuring minimalist pixel art and vibrant neon colors, which evoke nostalgia while enhancing the gameplay experience. While some players appreciate the charming visuals and cohesive chiptune soundtrack, others criticize the graphics as basic or poorly executed, with complaints about resolution issues and a lack of detail. Overall, the visuals are a mixed bag, appealing to fans of retro styles but leaving some players wanting more in terms of quality and complexity.

    • “Visually, Hopiko leans into a retro aesthetic with minimalist pixel art and vibrant neon colors.”
    • “The pixelated art style evokes nostalgia for classic arcade and Game Boy-era games, while the neon palette enhances the sense of speed and urgency.”
    • “The game's visuals are colorful, vibrant, and fit the game to near-perfection.”
    • “Regardless, the visuals are rather basic in the game.”
    • “The confounding part here is that the developers used high resolution graphics to render ugly pixels, kind of like hiring Gordon Ramsay to microwave a hot pocket for you.”
    • “Graphics are meh at best and horrible at worst.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is minimal yet effective, providing context and humor that enhances the high-octane gameplay while motivating players. It revolves around themes of perseverance and unexpected challenges, with a plot involving viruses in a video game console.

    • “While the story is minimal, it provides enough context and humor to frame the high-octane gameplay, giving players a motivating goal as they progress through the game.”
    • “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “The story is something about viruses in a video game console.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users noting minor performance issues compared to the original version, while others find the controls unplayable until further improvements are made. Overall, the game's performance is seen as a step down from its predecessor.

    • “This version also has some small cracks and performance issues compared to the flawless presentation and performance of the original, but at this point I'm splitting hairs.”
    • “Unplayable until the controls are optimized.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect tedious, as it often requires revisiting earlier levels to retry challenging sections, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “To me, this just feels tedious having to trek through earlier levels to get another attempt at a trickier part later on.”
    • “The grinding in this game is exhausting; it feels like I'm just repeating the same tasks over and over without any real progress.”
    • “I find the grinding mechanics frustrating, as they often require too much time and effort for minimal rewards.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight the game's strong replayability, particularly for those who appreciate precision platforming and speedrunning challenges, which significantly enhance the overall experience and satisfaction.

    • “However, for players who enjoy precision platforming and the challenge of speedrunning, these aspects enhance the game’s replay value and satisfaction.”
    • “Super replayability”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game, though minimal, effectively complements the high-octane gameplay, providing players with a motivating context as they advance.

    • “While the story is minimal, it provides enough context and humor to frame the high-octane gameplay, giving players a motivating goal as they progress through the game.”
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HoPiKo is a casual platformer game.

HoPiKo is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, iPhone and others.

HoPiKo was released on October 19, 2016.

HoPiKo was developed by Laser Dog.

HoPiKo has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its optimization.

HoPiKo is a single player game.

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