Underplayed Gems

Boson X (2014)

Boson X cover
Developer
Ian MacLarty, Jon Kerney
Publisher
Shape Shop
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 1,585 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

You sprint endlessly through a kaleidoscopic tunnel, nailing split-second jumps in a relentless, punishing loop where one mistake means instant death.

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What players say

Players describe a simple endless runner with only three inputs, built around reflexes and timing. It can be beat in about eight hours, though some find the controls sluggish at high speeds. A few reviewers warn about flashing images.

Screenshots

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