HyperDot (2020)

Developer: Tribe Games
Publisher: GLITCH
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Casual
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 42 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You control a small dot in a stark arena, frantically dodging everything on screen as patterns grow faster and denser, demanding sharp reflexes and calm focus.

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What players say

Players praise the fair, punishing challenge and minimalist dodge-everything concept. Many note it is short, around 2-3 hours for the campaign, but value the over 100 levels and local multiplayer. Some prefer a controller over mouse due to mechanics like ice not working properly with mouse controls. Comparisons to Geometry Wars or Just Shapes & Beats appear often.

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