HyperDot

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HyperDot is a multiplayer casual action adventure game. It was developed by GLITCH and was released on January 30, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

HyperDot is a minimalist arcade game where you must dodge everything in over 100 hand-crafted levels in Campaign mode or in local multiplayer battles. With a level editor, you can create unique challenges and customize gameplay with over 1 million enemy, arena, and modifier combinations. HyperDot is accessible with high contrast and colorblind modes, Xbox Adaptive Controller integration, and flexible features optimized for all players.

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

music6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

HyperDot features a slick and clean presentation with colorful art direction and a relaxing soundtrack, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
The game offers a surprising amount of content with over 100 levels, a level editor, and various gameplay modes, making it enjoyable for both casual and competitive players.
It is highly accessible, supporting various input methods including eye-tracking, and provides a challenging yet rewarding experience that encourages improvement without excessive frustration.

Some levels are poorly designed, and the game can feel short, with some players feeling it doesn't justify the full price for the amount of content provided.
The game leans heavily on RNG for some of the harder levels, which can lead to frustrating experiences for players.
There is a lack of leaderboards in Freeplay mode, limiting competitive aspects for players who enjoy tracking their scores against others.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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65%
21%
The gameplay of Hyperdot is simple and fast-paced, making it suitable for short sessions and enjoyable as a party game, though it only offers around 2-3 hours of content for its price. The arena design minimizes distractions, allowing players to focus on the action, but the visual elements may go unnoticed during intense gameplay. A display mode is available for players to appreciate the game's aesthetics without the pressure of active play.
- “The arena where gameplay happens is kept from having distracting elements so you can focus on your dot, though sometimes the enemies spawn in such a way that they create visually interesting designs.”
- “I recommend setting player size to inflated and player collision to hazardous for some fun battle gameplay.”
- “However, for the full price of over 15€, you'd probably expect to get something more than just 2-3 hours of gameplay.”
- “Unfortunately, players will likely be too focused on the gameplay to see it, but the game comes with a display mode if you leave it on for a while without any inputs so you can marvel at it without any of the gameplay bits.”
- “Because of the simple gameplay and fast level times, Hyperdot can make for a good party game.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its relaxing and varied soundtrack, which enhances the colorful and bold art direction. Reviewers appreciate the top-notch quality and accessibility options, noting that the diverse songs keep the experience engaging and enjoyable. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that adds significant value to the game.
- “The soundtrack in the game is top notch.”
- “The songs are varied enough that you won’t get bored of them.”
- “The music is what gives it the edge for me.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature impressive background visuals characterized by vibrant colors and intricate shapes, creating a visually striking experience.
- “The fancy visuals happen in the background with dazzling displays of colors and shapes.”
- “The fancy visuals instead happen in the background with dazzling displays of colors and shapes.”