Hyper Scuffle

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Hyper Scuffle is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by jpmchargue and was released on January 7, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Hyper Scuffle is a decidedly bizarre fighting game with fluid gameplay and a vibrant, minimalist style. Play as one of nine unusual fighters and brawl to be the last thing standing.

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Hyper Scuffle features a unique and creative roster of characters, each with distinct abilities that offer varied gameplay experiences.
The game has a fun and quirky aesthetic, with vibrant colors and a chiptune soundtrack that enhances the overall enjoyment.
It provides both local and online multiplayer options, making it a great choice for playing with friends, especially at LAN parties.

Character balance is an issue, with certain fighters being significantly stronger, especially against AI opponents.
The game suffers from low visual quality due to its retro pixel art style and the limitations of the GameMaker Studio engine.
Online multiplayer requires port forwarding and sharing IP addresses, which can be cumbersome for players looking to join games easily.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Hyper Scuffle is characterized by its fluidity and unique mechanics, such as screen wrapping and infinite mobility, which set it apart from traditional 2D fighters. While some players find the gameplay fun and engaging, they note that it can be tricky to grasp, and suggest that balancing character attacks could enhance the experience. Overall, the game is well-received for its interesting mechanics and character variety, especially in multiplayer settings.
- “Hyper Scuffle is a decidedly bizarre 2D fighting game with fluid gameplay and a minimalist style.”
- “Interesting fighting mechanics not present in other games, such as screen wrapping and infinite player mobility.”
- “Overall, I find the gameplay fun, if a bit tricky to understand.”
- “Gameplay is a bit wonky in some ways.”
- “I feel as though the gameplay might improve if all characters had such a quick, short-ranged attack to go along with their specials, but that would require a rebalancing across the board to accommodate.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a charming retro pixel art style reminiscent of early arcade games, which some players find appealing despite its simplicity. With a small download size, the visuals are designed to be accessible on a wide range of computers, enhancing the nostalgic aesthetic that many users appreciate.
- “I'm in love with the aesthetic of the game, which seems to take notes from the retro stylings of games like vvvvvv.”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel line 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “With a download size of under 50MB and charmingly simplistic graphics, any computer that can run Steam should be able to run it.”
- “A simple, vibrant art style inspired by early arcade games.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Hyper Scuffle has received high praise from users, with many highlighting its fantastic chiptune style and overall appeal. Reviewers recommend the soundtrack as a key reason to experience the game, alongside its engaging character design and mechanics.
- “The music in Hyper Scuffle is utterly fantastic.”
- “Seriously, if nothing else, buy it for the soundtrack.”
- “I love the chiptune music and design of characters, and their different mechanics.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is entirely free, which contrasts with the common criticism of games made with Gamemaker Studio being perceived as low-effort cash grabs.
- “Very often, game maker studios are used to create shovelware and lazy cash grabs, although in this case, the game is completely free.”