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Direct

Score-attack rhythm game about dodging obstacles as speed increases

ToastieLabs · Released Aug 17, 2017

ActionCasualIndie

Reviews
Mixed
63% of 67
Recent reviews
Not enough recent
Players
0
daily peak, Oct 30, 2026
Steam Deck
Untested
Last update on Steam
9 years ago
Aug 14, 2017
Minimum PC
GTX 960
4 GB RAM · 0.5 GB disk
Full requirements

What is Direct?

Direct is a single-player rhythm game based on color and sound. You avoid sets of obstacles to earn points, which you spend on cosmetic ship variants or an easier slow mode. Higher scores unlock harder difficulty settings.

For you if...

  • +you enjoy testing your reflexes through repeated attempts

Not for you if...

  • −you want varied activities beyond repeated obstacle dodging

What players say

63% of 67 reviews are positive

Players praise the short playtime and increasing challenge. Complaints focus on repetitive audio and achievement grinding, with some players finding slow mode too sluggish.

Screenshots and trailer

Direct screenshot 1

Direct system requirements

Minimum: GTX 960, 4 GB RAM, 0.5 GB of disk space.

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Minimum

OS
Windows 10
Processor
Intel i5
Graphics
NVIDIA GTX 960
Memory
4 GB RAM
Storage
500 MB available space
DirectX
Version 10
Notes
PC's operating below minimum requirements may still be able to run Direct, but may suffer performance issues at higher speeds.

Recommended

OS
Windows 10
Processor
Intel i7
Graphics
NVIDIA GTX 970
Memory
8 GB RAM
Storage
500 MB available space
DirectX
Version 10

Does Direct have co-op or multiplayer?

No: single-player only, no multiplayer modes declared.

Does Direct run on Steam Deck?

Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.

PC version details

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Keyboard and mouse
Platforms
Windows
Achievements
520
Steam features
Family Sharing
Languages
Full audio: English.

Does Direct use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 28, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam

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