Hover 2030

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Hover 2030 is a single player action game. It was developed by russpuppy and was released on June 14, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Hover 2030," players navigate a post-apocalyptic world taken over by robots, using a hoverboard and cloning machine as their only weapons. The game features Xbox gamepad support and allows YouTubers to use gameplay in monetized videos. Players take on the role of the last human defying the robot overlords in this action-packed adventure. Overall, Hover 2030 offers a unique blend of high-speed hoverboard action and strategic cloning gameplay.

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Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The gameplay is fluid and engaging, with a unique hoverboard mechanic that adds an interesting twist to the platforming experience.
The game is accessible and can run on low-end PCs, making it available to a wider audience.
Despite its visual shortcomings, the level design is clever and challenging, providing a solid hour to hour-and-a-half of enjoyable gameplay.

The graphics are outdated and lack customization options, leading to a poor visual experience that doesn't meet modern standards.
There are significant technical issues, including unresponsive menus and controls that cannot be remapped, which can hinder gameplay.
The game is very short, with only 20 basic levels that can be completed quickly, and lacks features like leaderboards or achievements to enhance replayability.

gameplay
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The gameplay in Hover 2030 is generally praised for its fluidity and engaging hoverboard mechanics, though some players find the initial controls frustrating. As players progress, the controls become more manageable, leading to enjoyable platforming experiences despite occasional bugs and audio issues. Overall, the game offers solid and addictive gameplay, albeit with some room for improvement in visual consistency.
- “I was really surprised by how fluid the gameplay was and how interesting the hoverboard mechanic was.”
- “The relatively simple yet solid gameplay here is only slightly undermined by the at first irritating controls, which become much more manageable as you progress.”
- “The relatively simple yet solid gameplay here is only slightly undermined by the initially irritating controls, which become much more manageable as you progress.”
- “In early gameplay, this will probably get you killed a bit, but this issue will decrease as you keep playing.”
- “Hover 2030 is not a perfect game--the audio effects are a little grating and the gameplay can be a bit frustrating at times--but it's a solid effort with some addictive moments and an interesting hover mechanic.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the use of outdated retro pixel art and lack of customization options, while others appreciate the unique aesthetic that combines pixel characters with smooth, modern environments. Overall, the graphics may appeal to fans of retro styles but may disappoint those seeking contemporary visuals.
- “Realistic graphics”
- “I enjoyed the art style and the gameplay was fun.”
- “Hover 2030 admittedly has a strange aesthetic--a pixel character straight out of the Atari age and yet smooth, clean environments.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some users finding the sound effects and music annoying enough to mute them entirely. While the music is described as serviceable, it lacks distinctiveness and fails to leave a lasting impression. Overall, it seems to be more of a background element rather than a highlight of the experience.
- “The sound effects and music are really annoying, so I had to mute both of them.”
- “The music is serviceable but unremarkable.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
story
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The story conveys a powerful moral about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “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 poorly written and lacks depth.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to engage the player.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and offer no real surprises.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for being genuinely funny and lighthearted, contributing to an enjoyable experience without taking itself too seriously.
- “It's funny and doesn't take itself too seriously.”
- “So funny :))”
replayability
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The game has limited replayability, with users rating it poorly at ★★. Many players feel that once the main content is completed, there is little incentive to revisit the game.
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”
stability
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Users have reported stability issues, particularly noting that the game freezes when accessing the "controls" menu, although input from both keyboard and gamepad remains functional.
- “The game freezes every time I click on 'controls' in the menu, although the keyboard and gamepad work fine.”
- “I've experienced frequent crashes that disrupt my gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “The stability issues are frustrating; the game often lags and sometimes even crashes unexpectedly.”