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

How it feels

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

whimsicalhand-drawncreativeaction-packedexplorativecustomizableenergetic

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.

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Screenshots

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