PogoChamp (2021)

Developer: Jake Rabinowitz
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie, Racing, Sports
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 41 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A goofy, physics-driven pogo-stick platformer that feels playful and forgiving, with simple controls and levels designed to amuse rather than enrage.

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What players say

Players love the pogo mechanic itself and find the controls awkward but learnable, calling it a gentler alternative to games like Getting Over It or QWOP. The game has 101 levels, a focus on speedrunning, and a difficulty curve that stays fair and engaging. A few players find it boring or are neutral.

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