Underplayed Gems

BOY BEATS WORLD (2021)

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Developer
Duckbridge
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 35 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A cheerful, bouncy action-adventure where you liberate districts by moving to the music, with a forgiving rhythm system that keeps things playful.

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What players say

Players love the rhythm-based combat and the electro soundtrack, calling it a fresh take on the genre. The writing gets consistent praise for humor and charm. Some find it less punishing than Crypt of the Necrodancer, and a few wish for an audio-visual offset slider. The game is not very long but offers a satisfying loop of dodging and attacking on beat.

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