HYPER DEMON

94%
Game Brain Score Based on 2,377 reviews
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  • graphics
  • music
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A masterpiece that will have you soaring like an angel through the depths of hell.
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"HYPER DEMON is an intense FPS where players master minimal controls to perform deep combos, with a unique spherical projection providing wide peripheral vision. Collect gems to enhance shots, charge laser attacks, and unleash super moves, while the red holographic 'rear view' ensures 360-degree threat awareness. Challenge friends' scores or aim for the Global Leaderboard."

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,377 reviews
gameplay82 positive mentions
grinding16 negative mentions
  • gameplay319 mentions

    The gameplay of "Hyper Demon" is characterized by its fast-paced, skill-intensive mechanics that blend simplicity with depth, allowing for a high degree of player expression and strategic decision-making. While the visuals can be overwhelming at first, they ultimately enhance the gameplay experience, creating a unique and addictive loop that rewards mastery and high scores. However, some players find the controls and mechanics overly complex or frustrating, particularly for newcomers, leading to a steep learning curve that may deter casual gamers.

    • “The gameplay mechanics, which are all fairly simple by themselves, open up to give the player so much choice if properly combined.”
    • “The game embodies depth in simplicity, mile-high skill ceilings, and addictive gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is smooth, but the title screen is .5fps; I bet if you just add an option in the settings to tone down the effects, it will be playable.”
    • “The sick art style of this game is heavily contrasted by the most boring shooter gameplay I've ever played.”
    • “The only way to play the game is to repeatedly do a frustratingly tight input of actions, which may or may not even be possible through RNG. The game's enemy spawns are in a predetermined order and will only ever spawn in that order, meaning that there will always be an optimal kill order to keep up combo chains. Choices do not matter, since every single choice is always made for you.”
    • “I would still not recommend this game based on my previously mentioned criticism, and I find the gameplay to be a step back from the original Devil Daggers.”
  • graphics213 mentions

    The graphics of "Hyper Demon" are widely praised for their stunning, psychedelic aesthetic that combines vibrant colors and chaotic visuals, creating an immersive experience that enhances gameplay. While some players find the visuals overwhelming or disorienting at first, many agree that they become more readable with time, contributing to the game's unique atmosphere and fast-paced mechanics. Overall, the art style is considered a standout feature, though it may not appeal to everyone due to its intensity.

    • “The art direction and graphics are just incredible; I've never seen anything like them before.”
    • “The visuals are breathtaking, and the sound design complements them immensely, creating an atmosphere that is unlike anything I've experienced before.”
    • “The unique visuals feel chaotic, but as it turns out, it's not as chaotic as it first appears; everything is clearly telegraphed, both by visuals and by noise.”
    • “The sick art style of this game is heavily contrasted by the most boring shooter gameplay I've ever played.”
    • “The visuals absolutely take a little bit to get used to but once you get it, the game is very coherent.”
    • “The new speedrunning timer is awful, and the warped visuals are unbearable for any extended amount of time.”
  • music46 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its unique and immersive qualities, particularly in the menu and during high score achievements, while others express disappointment over the lack of in-game music. Many appreciate the soundtrack's ability to enhance the overall experience, but some find it irritating or not to their taste. Overall, the music is seen as a strong aspect of the game, albeit with limitations in its implementation during gameplay.

    • “I was so shocked by how easily the moving elements of visual distortion, music, and movement worked together to make it an insanely fun experience.”
    • “The neon colors, the pounding music, the frenzied gameplay - it all blended together into one glorious, mind-bending experience.”
    • “Incredible visuals and soundtrack.”
    • “I bought the game to listen to the soundtrack and play, but the music is only in the menu, so it was a waste of money.”
    • “The music is incredibly irritating.”
    • “My only complaint is the lack of in-game music.”
  • grinding17 mentions

    The game's grinding mechanics have been significantly improved compared to its predecessor, Devil Daggers, by eliminating tedious farming and slow early-game sections, resulting in a more engaging and fast-paced experience. While players still experience some frustration with high score chasing, the overall design encourages more active combat and reduces burnout, making the grind feel less burdensome. However, some players still find certain elements, like specific enemy mechanics, to be distracting and tedious.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “This game is the new game from the Devil Daggers dev, where Devil Daggers gave me mental anguish for grinding almost 100 hours in two weeks. This gave me a physical ailment from going absolutely ham with my hand movement that I had never done before in any other game.”
    • “It's a very fun game, but for the purpose of grinding out high scores, I feel like it ends up being more frustrating than it is satisfying, even after getting relatively high scores.”
    • “Farming was a large contributor to experiencing grindy burnout when playing Devil Daggers, and switching everything around to completely eliminate that slow section of gameplay completely lightens that grind effect.”
  • replayability15 mentions

    Overall, "Hyper Demon" is praised for its high replayability, driven by its challenging gameplay, unique mechanics, and addictive nature. Players appreciate the game's depth and the emphasis on high score chasing, making it a compelling choice for those who enjoy difficult, fast-paced experiences. However, some users feel that the replay value diminishes after a few hours, particularly if they exhaust the available content.

    • “Its addictive nature and replayability make it a compelling choice, although the challenge might be overwhelming for some players.”
    • “Spectacular little game with a crazy amount of replayability and impressively unique presentation.”
    • “Tight and elegant with a deceptively simple design that feels effortless, borrowing and mixing some elements from fighting games and twitch shooters and combining them in an ideal primordial fashion that ostensibly seeps from its very core, Hyper Demon delivers endless replayability in the form of condensed, superbly polished, smooth FPS gameplay in an unconventionally stylistic arena, with an emphasis on high score chasing through racking up points with combos and a focus on leaderboards, a bit reminiscent of time attack modes from other games.”
    • “Awesome concept, but it is lost on me when I've seen all the content there is to the game within 4 hours of gameplay and the only replay value is speedrunning it.”
    • “It would be much more replayable for me if it did.”
    • “This game, for me, is much more replayable than DD because runs in DD can be somewhat long and repetitive.”
  • story14 mentions

    The game "hyper demon" is characterized by a complete absence of traditional storytelling, focusing instead on raw gameplay and skill progression. Players engage in a high-speed, score-chasing experience with no narrative context, character arcs, or exploration, emphasizing a repetitive yet challenging combat system. The moral of the experience seems to revolve around perseverance and personal growth through gameplay rather than a structured story.

    • “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.”
    • “"Hyper Demon" doesn't rely on traditional storytelling.”
    • “This game has no character story arc for the protagonist; you are the protagonist and your skill progression is the character story arc.”
    • “The only way to play the game is to repeatedly perform a frustratingly tight input of actions, which may or may not even be possible through RNG. The game's enemy spawns are in a predetermined order and will only ever spawn in that order. They spawn faster the more you kill things, meaning there will always be an optimal kill order to maintain combo chains. Choices do not matter, as every single choice is made for you; there is one optimal path, and the gameplay is very simplistic, with no item builds to experiment with, no world to explore, and no story to think about.”
    • “There are no levels, no other modes, no storyline, no alternate weapons, no music (outside of the title screen theme). It's just the one arena with the same enemy spawn pattern every time.”
    • “There's no story or content aside from a frantic chase for a high score, which takes extreme amounts of practice and skill.”
  • humor10 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as chaotic and unexpectedly entertaining, with players finding joy in the absurdity of gameplay moments and the contrast between frustration and satisfaction. Many reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through its unpredictable mechanics and visual gags, making it enjoyable for both players and spectators. Overall, the humor is likened to that of "Dark Souls," blending difficulty with comedic elements that keep the experience engaging.

    • “It certainly didn't feel like a grind, and the satisfaction of getting insane quick kill combos had me laughing in my seat.”
    • “It's hilariously chaotic on your first few runs.”
    • “The fact I can stream this game and people unfamiliar with it will be having no clue what is happening is hilarious.”
  • emotional7 mentions

    Players report a strong emotional impact from the games, experiencing profound feelings of hopelessness and destruction, particularly in titles like "Devil Daggers" and "Hyper Demon." The intense gameplay evokes deep distress and overwhelming sensations, leading to moments of disconnection from reality and a visceral engagement with the game's challenges. Overall, these experiences highlight the games' ability to elicit powerful emotional responses.

    • “No game has ever made me feel such a profound sense of hopelessness as Devil Daggers.”
    • “I was so distraught, my heart breaking apart inside of me that I failed to notice the speed bumps in the school zone I was going through.”
    • “This game made me feel things; it all just clicked at one moment and I was no longer thinking about what I was doing.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The atmosphere of Hyper Demon is widely praised for its stunning visuals and immersive sound design, creating a unique and aesthetically pleasing experience. However, some critics feel that it lacks the atmospheric depth of its predecessor, suggesting a disparity in the overall ambiance despite its impressive presentation.

    • “Hyper Demon is a visual and atmospheric masterpiece!”
    • “The outstanding visuals and sounds create an atmosphere that is unlike anything I've experienced before.”
    • “It puts all of this into an aesthetically gorgeous game (music, art style, atmosphere, theme) that adjusts its difficulty based on the player.”
    • “The number of potentially life-bearing planets may be higher—'habitable' means 'habitable by humans,' and I'm sure any Cthulhoid races out there have different tolerances in terms of heat, environment, and atmosphere than we do.”
    • “'Hyper Demon' on the contrary has just taken some of the mechanics of a successful title trying to apply the same formula; the result is a vague title that lacks the atmosphere of its predecessor.”
  • optimization5 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance and quick loading times, with some users noting it surpasses AAA titles in this regard. However, there are concerns about its suitability for high-level play, particularly in terms of fairness and visibility. While the gameplay is accessible, it offers opportunities for skill expression and optimization for those aiming for high scores.

    • “Your performance and high scores serve as the primary narrative, driving players to improve and conquer the game's escalating challenges.”
    • “I experienced no bugs or performance issues and everything loads quickly.”
    • “Masterpiece of a game but not optimized for high-level play in either fairness or visibility.”
    • “Gameplay is pretty simple once you learn the basics but extremely satisfying, and there's lots of room for crazy skill expression and optimizations if you are interested in competing for high scores.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly even on low-end hardware, indicating strong stability. The minimal controls contribute to a seamless experience, allowing players to focus on learning the game without technical interruptions.

    • “Runs great on my awful computer despite the graphics being straight from the dimension.”
    • “Runs great, minimal controls but lots to learn.”
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Critic Reviews

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Play time

7hMedian play time
16hAverage play time
5-24hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 18 analyzed playthroughs

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