Underplayed Gems

Hook Only (2021)

Hook Only cover
Developer
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Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 6 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A tight, unforgiving precision platformer where you die repeatedly while mastering a single grappling hook mechanic through obstacle-laden levels.

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What players say

Players find Hook Only very difficult but satisfying, comparing it to Super Meat Boy and Jump King. The movement feels dynamic and fun once learned, though some say the difficulty ramps up too quickly in world two. Most agree the game is longer than it first appears.

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