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Hyper Box

Tough 2D puzzle platformer built around simple mechanics

Pixelated Cupcake · Published by Conglomerate 5 · Released Mar 16, 2016

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Reviews
Mostly Positive
76% of 114
Recent reviews
Not enough recent
Playing now
16
right now
Steam Deck
Playable
Last update
10 years ago
Mar 17, 2016

What is Hyper Box?

Hyper Box is a single-player 2D platformer with pixel graphics and puzzle elements. You work through difficult levels using simple mechanics, with more levels and skins to unlock.

For you if...

  • +you enjoy mastering tough levels through repeated attempts
  • +you like puzzle platformers with minimalist pixel art

Not for you if...

  • −you want a relaxed platformer with forgiving jumps
  • −you prefer games with a wider range of mechanics

What players say

76% of 114 reviews are positive

Some players praise the challenge built around simple mechanics. The most common complaint is that the controls feel imprecise or poorly explained; players also criticize the sparse presentation.

Screenshots and trailer

Hyper Box

Hyper Box system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS
Microsoft® Windows® XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10
Processor
1.2GHz-processor
Graphics
Pretty much anything from year 2010+
Memory
256 MB RAM
Storage
600 MB available space
DirectX
Version 9.0c

PC version details

DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Keyboard and mouse
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Steam features
Family Sharing, Trading cards

Steam Deck: Playable

  • Sometimes shows mouse, keyboard or non-Deck controller icons
  • All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
  • In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
  • Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

Multiplayer and co-op

Languages

Text only: English.

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