Just Shapes & Beats

Just Shapes & Beats offers gameplay built around music and rhythm. The difficulty level depends on how dense the soundtrack is. The levels are arranged according to compositions, and each one begins calmly and ends with a dense flow of figures. The hits are recorded, but you can only fail on the last hit. A blue square falls under control and has to dodge obstacles and projectiles. Mistakes are not punished harshly, but hits are counted and the outcome depends on them. The controls are simple: the square moves to the sides and accelerates, and dodges are performed with a short jerk. This is enough to dodge complex patterns. The compositions are different: calm tracks are replaced by fast ones, and bosses occupy entire levels. Co-op mode allows you to play through the campaign as a group. Bosses take up entire tracks and change the arena on the fly. Their attacks are subject to music, so they have to learn them along with the melody. The difficulty is adjustable, and the training mode allows you to complete the section without risk. Some tracks end with a rising finale where you have to hold on until the end. The game is known for its atmosphere and concert performances where the music is played live. There is almost no plot, but there is a mood: colors, flashes and rhythm replace the text. This platform is suitable for anyone who loves rhythm and wants to test their reactions. The game is known for its collaborative concerts where tracks are played live, as well as its community support. There are several dozen levels in the campaign, and some of them open as you progress.