Square Wave (2023)

Developer: NaturalGas Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Sports
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 10 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 7 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a simple, fast-paced arcade challenge where you dodge and hit squares to survive and rack up a high score

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What players say

Players describe a very simple arcade concept that is satisfying for short sessions, though many say the price is too high and recommend waiting for a sale. Some want a leaderboard added.

Screenshots

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