Underplayed Gems

Ballpoint Universe - Infinite (2013)

Ballpoint Universe - Infinite cover
Developer
Arachnid Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
3.9 of 5, 727 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A frantic and imaginative shoot-em-up where every frame feels like a living doodle brought to chaotic life.

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What players say

Players love the hand-drawn ballpoint pen art style, but are split on the gameplay. The shoot 'em up sections are the main draw, while the mouse-controlled platforming overworld is widely criticized as clunky, buggy, and prone to softlocks. Progression feels grindy to some, and the combat can be repetitive or too easy.

Screenshots

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