- July 20, 2018
- Technicat LLC
HyperBowl
Platforms
About
HyperBowl is an arcade-style bowling game that can be played by 1-4 players in Arcade Mode or single-player mode. The game allows players to control the ball's movement by pushing the mouse, swiping the trackpad, or pressing the AWSD keys. This version of HyperBowl features the original six lanes and some new ones, with graphics and sound assets licensed from Absolute Certainty Inc. and built with the Unity game engine. In summary, HyperBowl is a local multi-player and single-player arcade bowling game with unique controls and updated graphics, available in both Arcade Mode and quick-play.



- The game successfully evokes nostalgia for players who enjoyed it in their childhood, providing a trip down memory lane.
- At a low price point, the game offers a decent amount of content and unique bowling experiences across various themed lanes.
- Despite its flaws, many players find the game to be addictively fun and appreciate the effort to bring it back for modern audiences.
- The game suffers from outdated mechanics and technical issues, such as unresponsive controls and inconsistent audio quality.
- Many players feel that the game lacks depth and variety, with limited modes and features that do not meet modern gaming standards.
- Some users have noted that the game feels clunky and glitchy, detracting from the overall enjoyment and experience.
- gameplay4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The gameplay features a unique mechanic allowing players to roll the ball anywhere on the lane, distinguishing it from typical bowling games. While the scoring system has changed, it does not significantly impact the overall gameplay experience.
“One mechanic that changed was the scoring.”
“As you can gather, it's just another bowling game with the standout mechanic that you can roll the ball anywhere on the map of the lane.”
“I imagine it should be an easy fix, though, and it doesn't affect the gameplay much.”
“The evidence of what I am saying is in this video, which is my gameplay through all the worlds available in this version.”