Hyper Bounce Blast
- May 27, 2016
- Flump Studios
"Hyper Bounce Blast" is a demanding shooter game with challenging retro vibes and classic platforming action. Bounce to evade bullets, increase power-ups, and build your hyper to survive intense enemy attacks. Enjoy 6 modes of play, online leaderboards, and a vibrant electronic soundtrack, with full Steam Controller integration and support for various gaming devices. Character count: 222.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of shoot 'em up and platforming mechanics, providing a fresh and engaging experience.
- Players have reported that the game is highly addictive and can provide hours of fun while trying to beat high scores.
- The music and overall design create an enjoyable atmosphere, making it a memorable experience for players.
- The leaderboards are broken and lack local score tracking, which is a significant drawback for an arcade-style game.
- The game suffers from poor menu design, confusing rules, and unresponsive gamepad controls, leading to a frustrating experience.
- There are technical issues such as audio dropouts and game lock-ups, which detract from the overall enjoyment.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a unique blend of mechanics reminiscent of platformers and shooters, featuring a peculiar bounce mechanic that adds an unconventional twist. However, players have reported technical issues, such as game freezes when attempting to restart levels, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, the innovative approach to gameplay is noted as a standout feature.
“Regardless of anything else, this game is worth owning just for the sheer audacity of the play mechanic combination!”
“A strange 2D shooter with a weird bounce mechanic.”
“And finally, after only a few minutes of gameplay, when I tried to restart from the first level in classic mode, the game locked up on me.”
“What do you get if you try to put the mechanics of a Mario game into a shmup?”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its relaxing and enjoyable qualities, contributing to a fun experience that feels reminiscent of rhythm action titles, where players engage with the beat while shooting.
“It has great music and is a lot of fun; check out my video of the game.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“It also feels like a rhythm action title with the bouncing to the music while shooting.”
- story1 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.”