Underplayed Gems

HyperDot (2020)

HyperDot cover
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

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.

minimalfast-pacedchallengingarcaderhythmicreplayablecompetitiveprecise

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.

Trailer

Screenshots

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