Hyper Simon X

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Hyper Simon X is an Arcade Shoot 'Em Up Puzzle game, blending SHMUP mechanics with 'Simon Says' memory games. Players must destroy enemies in a specific sequence to progress, with levels increasing in complexity. Combo scores can be earned by annihilating other ships while following the sequence, but players must avoid enemy fire and wrong color hits. The game offers retro pixel art graphics, multiple control options, and an original soundtrack .

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

47%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game combines fun elements of a space shooter with a memory game, providing a unique gameplay experience.
Controls are solid, and the pixel art and soundtrack are well-received.
It offers a variety of achievements that can be earned quickly, making it a good pastime.

Instructions are unclear, leading to confusion about gameplay mechanics.
The game suffers from poor design choices, such as a lack of enemy variety and issues with the random number generator.
The flashy background can obscure important visual elements, making it difficult to track projectiles and enemies.

gameplay
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Hyper Simon X blends traditional spaceship shooter mechanics with memory game elements, requiring players to memorize specific enemy targets while dodging attacks and returning fire. With potential for improvement in pixel art and gameplay mechanics, it is considered quite enjoyable, earning a solid 4 out of 5 rating.
- “Hyper Simon X combines the mechanics of traditional spaceship shooters with 'Simon' memory games, making you memorize which enemy ship you must shoot with the special shot in order to progress to the next level while you dodge enemy shots, debris, and shoot them back with the regular shot.”
- “I think with some work on the pixel art and gameplay, it can actually become quite fun.”
music
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users noting that the soundtrack is very good and rating it 4 out of 5.
- “The soundtrack is very good.”
- “Music 4/5”
graphics
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The graphics received a mixed review, with a score of 3 out of 5, indicating that while they are decent, they may not stand out or meet the expectations of all players. Overall, the visuals are considered average and could benefit from further enhancement.
- “The graphics are decent but lack the polish you'd expect from a modern game.”
- “While the art style is unique, the overall graphics feel outdated and could use a significant upgrade.”
- “The character models are poorly designed, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”