Heartbeats (2024)
- Developer
- First Impact Studio
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Action, Indie, Early Access
- Rating
- 4.7 of 5, 18 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 1.7 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A frenetic, anxiety-fueled twin-stick shooter where rhythm and pressure escalate with the BPM, forcing you to fight relentless intrusive thoughts in a surreal, neon nightmare.
anxiety-inducingfast-pacedrhythmicpunishingsurrealintensedifficulttwin-stick
What players say
Players praise the BPM system that raises difficulty the better you play, calling it clever and anxiety-inducing. Runs are short and addictive, with strong arcade vibes and a leaderboard that encourages competition. Visuals and audio are noted as polished, and the game runs well on Steam Deck.
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