Hyper Box
- March 16, 2016
- Pixelated Cupcake
Get on Steam"Hyper Box" is a cinematic space shooter that offers a challenging platforming experience with simple, multi-use mechanics. The game features unlockable skins and levels, with more content to be added during development. Players can test their skills and see if they can conquer the game's levels.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and challenging experience that can be addictively fun, pushing players to improve their skills.
- Many players appreciate the increasing difficulty and engaging level design, which keeps them motivated to progress.
- The simplistic retro style and the ability to customize controls are seen as positive aspects by some players.
- The game suffers from poor graphics and a lack of visual appeal, making it feel like a low-effort project.
- There are significant control issues, including a lack of controller support and unresponsive mechanics, leading to frustration.
- Some players find the gameplay repetitive and the difficulty spike too intense, making it hard to enjoy for extended periods.
- graphics7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of this platformer are widely criticized as minimalistic to the point of being non-existent, with many reviewers describing them as lazy and poorly executed. While some appreciate the simplicity in art style, the overall consensus is that the lack of effort in graphic design detracts significantly from the game's appeal. Additionally, there are no options for resolution changes or graphics adjustments, further limiting the visual experience.
“Yeah, it's simple in mechanics and art style while being very challenging, and I like that.”
“This 'minimalist' (read: lazy) platformer is just a simple time challenge platformer (time challenges mean the developer doesn't need to invest as much in level design) with no graphics to speak of.”
“The graphics here are some of the worst, laziest attempts at video game 'art' I've ever seen.”
“It's clear the developer didn't even try to produce any real graphics for the game and just phoned it in.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simple mechanics and art style, offering a challenging experience; however, it suffers from inconsistencies due to a flawed physics engine. Players express a desire for improved control options and keybinding features to enhance overall enjoyment.
“Yeah, it's simple in mechanics and art style while being very challenging, and I like that.”
“At the moment, the concept is great, and I think the gameplay would be extremely enjoyable if there were some control support, keybinds, and basic options like that.”
“But the gameplay is inconsistent due to the rather bad physics engine.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as both relaxing and engaging, providing a sense of comfort to players. However, some users find it excessively loud, with limited options for adjusting the volume, as the only available control is a mute button.
“It roars with good music as it fills my wallet with its addiction.”
“The music is rather loud, and there are no options in the game to make it softer, only a mute button.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % 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.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
