You Have 10 Seconds

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"You Have 10 Seconds" is a rapid-paced arcade platformer game featuring over 40 levels, each on a 10-second timer. The game offers precision platforming with 60fps, and players can unlock new areas and items to impact gameplay. It supports gamepads, features four unique soundtracks, and offers in-game achievements. Despite being free to play, it provides a challenging and engaging experience. Note: This summary is based on available information, and I cannot guarantee its accuracy. Please verify before relying on this information.

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Single-Player

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 863 reviews

music48 positive mentions

story5 negative mentions

It's a fun little platformer that can be completed in about 10-20 minutes, making it a great way to kill some time.
The game features a catchy soundtrack and simple mechanics that are easy to pick up, providing an enjoyable experience.
Being free is a significant plus, allowing players to try it out without any financial commitment.

The controls can feel unresponsive and frustrating, especially in water levels where movement is awkward.
The lives system is annoying, forcing players to restart entire areas after running out of lives, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
The game is very short, with only 40 levels, leading to a lack of replayability once completed.

music
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
31%
4%
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its upbeat and engaging quality, with many players highlighting its electronic and chiptune elements as a standout feature. While some noted that the soundtrack can be repetitive, it generally enhances the fast-paced gameplay and adds to the overall enjoyment of the experience. Overall, the music is considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere and appeal.
- “The music is really, really good, and it's somewhat hard to complain about frustration when even repeating several levels in a row can take less than 15 seconds to get back to where you got stuck.”
- “Awesome music throughout the whole game.”
- “The music is awesome and plays fluidly.”
- “The soundtrack is ok but it doesn't have much standouts.”
- “It is like any other platforming game but with bad music and very bad visuals.”
- “As far as the soundtrack goes, it's pretty typical pump-up music, but not really anything more than decent.”
gameplay
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
57%
10%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by simple mechanics and a short playtime, typically around 10 to 30 minutes, which some players find enjoyable for casual play. While the level design introduces new mechanics and offers a fun challenge, there are mixed opinions on the execution, with some players noting frustrating controls and difficulty spikes. Overall, the game is seen as a decent, albeit brief, platformer with a catchy soundtrack, though it may not appeal to those seeking depth or complexity.
- “The gameplay is addicting, with a cool soundtrack and simple controls.”
- “Fun, challenging gameplay.”
- “The concept, mechanics, and art style are simplistic, but they do everything they need to.”
- “Muddy graphics that deliberately try to hinder the player's vision make gameplay annoying.”
- “Horrible... terrible gameplay, high difficulty at the very beginning and stressful.”
- “This is pointless and boring gameplay and it just made me frustrated.”
graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
64%
13%
The graphics of the game are generally described as simplistic and retro, often utilizing pixel art that some players find charming while others consider it outdated and distracting. While a few reviews appreciate the unique art style and its fun elements, many criticize the visuals for being muddy or inadequate, hindering gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the nostalgic aesthetic and others feeling it detracts from the overall quality of the game.
- “Perfect, I love the controls and the graphics are unique.”
- “Cool chiptune music, flashy pixel graphics, and pretty decent platforming controls add up to a pretty dang fun little game.”
- “The art style is very unique, very pixelated and, in my opinion, just a very sort of fun style like Flappy Bird.”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “This is typical for GMS template flip garbage, but in this case the graphics are really awful; the game just displays in a window in the middle of your screen, there's no fullscreen mode.”
- “Muddy graphics that deliberately try to hinder the player's vision make gameplay annoying.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
53%
29%
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a significant story, with many users noting it is primarily focused on gameplay rather than narrative. While some mention a twist related to gameplay mechanics, the consensus is that the game is not designed for those seeking a rich storyline. Overall, it is described as a fun and challenging experience, but devoid of any substantial plot.
- “Epic story.”
- “Added with a 10-second limit for a fast-paced game, good learning curve, storyline, and a must-mention: a twist if you die too much!”
- “What could you expect from a game that you downloaded for free legally? Oh, color me astounded because nobody could produce a quality game with story, gameplay, and motivation and then distribute it for free!”
- “This game is also completely devoid of any kind of story.”
- “No story at all.”
- “This is not a story game; this game is just a flash game with a cool mechanic that we have seen in many games before.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the extra challenges and achievements that encourage multiple playthroughs, others find the content limited and lacking in long-term engagement. The potential for speedrunning and completing challenges adds some value, but many feel that once the game is completed, there is little incentive to return.
- “These extra challenges add a good level of replayability, making it worth spending a bit more time if you want to complete it 100%.”
- “Short but sweet with replayability and speedrun potential.”
- “In-game achievements add some level of replayability, but it's a shame these aren't Steam achievements.”
- “To finish all of it took me 30 minutes, and after that, there's no replay value whatsoever.”
- “This game is pretty fun and awesome; the fact that it has difficult platforming adds to the experience as well as the replay value.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it amusing and a good way to pass the time. However, there are also strong negative reactions from some users who feel the game is poorly executed, leading to a mix of appreciation and frustration regarding its comedic elements. Overall, the humor is a highlight for many, though opinions vary significantly.
- “A short game and funny; if you have some free time, you should try it.”
- “It is a really funny game; make sure to add more levels! <3 Good luck!”
- “Funny little time waster.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like a task requiring an immense commitment, akin to needing a second life to manage it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's level design is criticized for being overly simplistic, which diminishes the need for strategic shortcuts or optimized movement to complete challenges within the time limit.
- “The level design is too simple; you don't need to think of shortcuts or optimized movement to pass within the time limit.”
- “The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “I found the resource management system to be inefficient, making it hard to optimize my strategy for success.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game has been reported as buggy, indicating significant stability issues that may affect gameplay experience.
- “The game is incredibly buggy, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I encountered numerous stability issues that ruined my gaming experience.”
- “Frequent crashes and glitches have made it hard to enjoy the game.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game is noted as positive, as it is completely free, contrasting 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.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of "Slime in 8-bit" is not prominently highlighted in user reviews, as the game primarily focuses on fast-paced gameplay and level completion rather than evoking deep feelings or narratives. Players may experience moments of tension and excitement, but the overall emotional engagement appears to be minimal.

Buy You Have 10 Seconds

9h Median play time

21h Average play time

4-50h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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