Hypt

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Hypt is a single player action game. It was developed by EmpI Studios and was released on April 23, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Hypt is an action arcade game set in a dynamic world of villainous viruses. Turn the deadly digital infections against themselves and break free of the labyrinth that is Hypt! Featuring 120 immersive levels, Hypt will keep you entertained for hours.

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Single-Player

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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

music5 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Engaging and fun core mechanic of bouncing projectiles with a shield, offering some challenge and requiring timing and reflexes.
Nice minimalist graphics with a clear visual style and a fitting techno soundtrack that sets a brooding, tense mood.
Contains a large number of short levels and unique boss battles that provide some variety beyond the basic gameplay.

Lack of gamepad/dual joystick support, making controls clunky and less intuitive when using keyboard and mouse.
Repetitive and simplistic gameplay with little variation; levels often feel short and similar, leading to burnout.
Issues with hit detection inconsistencies and occasional frustrating glitches that impact gameplay experience.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The gameplay centers around a simple yet unique mechanic of using a shield to bounce projectiles back at enemies, offering a clear and intuitive control scheme. While some find it lacking in depth and variation, the level design and bosses provide distinct challenges that make the game rewarding to master. However, the gameplay can feel repetitive, with potential for added features like achievements or time trials to enhance engagement.
- “The game gets the maximum possibility out of its simple mechanic with level design presenting you with unique challenges and particularly the bosses are a unique challenge.”
- “Simple to learn, difficult to master gameplay, check.”
- “The graphics are excellent for the minimalist design, the soundtrack is good albeit a little shorter than I'd like, the controls are intuitive, and the gameplay's core mechanic (navigating a fixed path with a shield) is simple but solid.”
- “There's nothing obviously wrong with this game, it's solidly made but the gameplay isn't as in-depth and skill-based as it would seem; it's not bad and it's not good.”
- “No variation in gameplay.”
- “It's like they discovered a neat mechanic of 'bounce projectiles back' and made a whole game out of it by putting enemies and paths in random positions on a level.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
28%
27%
The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a hypnotic techno style that fits the minimalist design and enhances the gameplay experience. However, some users find the soundtrack repetitive due to a limited variety of tracks, which can become tiresome during frustrating moments. Overall, the music is considered good and effective, though somewhat short and basic.
- “I didn't want to give this game a bad review; this game is pretty fun, with nice graphics and a soundtrack that you don't immediately mute.”
- “Fun, demanding and great music.”
- “I really like the soundtrack too and I recommend the game if you're looking for a fun game to lose yourself in for a couple hours.”
- “Amateur music all combine for a very subpar game.”
- “The music got the job done but a small variety of tracks leads to it being repetitive should you find yourself already annoyed by constantly dying.”
- “The repetitive music combined with nauseating background and horrid hit detection creates a frustrating experience.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
The graphics receive mixed feedback, with some praising the minimalist and abstract artwork as visually appealing and seamless, while others find the level design boring and basic. Overall, the visuals are considered decent and fitting the game’s style, though not particularly attention-grabbing or varied enough for all players.
- “I didn't want to give this game a bad review; this game is pretty fun, with nice graphics and a soundtrack that you don't immediately mute.”
- “The graphics are excellent for the minimalist design, the soundtrack is good albeit a little shorter than I'd like, the controls are intuitive, and the gameplay's core mechanic (navigating a fixed path with a shield) is simple but solid.”
- “The artwork is really quite nice, which surprised me, because my initial reaction was to not like all the blue.”
- “Boring and bad level design, fuzzy hit detection, basic graphics, a one-hit death system, and amateur music all combine for a very subpar game.”
- “You will have to control your sphere-thingie's fluid and graphically seamless 360 degrees of motion with a clunky and limited four buttons.”
- “As for the sound, it's just like the graphics.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game provides a brief, enjoyable emotional experience that is engaging enough for a few hours but lacks lasting impact or replay value.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is hampered by frequent visual and physical glitches, including problematic hit detection and unintended invincibility issues that impede progression. These technical flaws, combined with repetitive music and background elements, detract from the overall experience.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks a traditional story, which may be a drawback for players seeking narrative-driven experiences.
- “Another thing to consider when buying this title is that there isn't a story.”