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Hypogea

Hypogea

PC
Released

Release Date: November 10, 2025

Arcade, TPP, Science Fiction, 3D Platformers, Robots, Adventure Elements, Indie Games, Singleplayer

A short third-person 3D platformer, telling a story of a robot with a hat who's been trapped inside an underground complex. In Hypogea, we explore the facility, meet machines residing there, solve various puzzles, and deal with skill-based challenges.

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Charlie Wagner is a French video game designer with experience at Parallel Studio and The Game Atelier, and a diverse portfolio of projects. He is also credited with the 3D platformer titled Hypogea.

Gameplay

In Hypogea the action is viewed from a third-person perspective (TPP).

A short adventure in a vast complex

During the game we take on the role of a humanoid robot equipped with a staff, whose task is to escape from an underground megastructure. Throughout this short adventure, the protagonist uncovers the secrets of the facility, meets other machines and helps them solve their problems, and faces various challenges.

Challenges

The game's challenges include both environmental puzzles, which require operating various mechanisms, and agility sections. They jumping across platforms and overcoming terrain obstacles, as well as using a curved stick to perform pole vaults, hook onto environmental elements, and pull up or swing over chasms.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

Developer: Charlie Wagner

Publisher: Charlie Wagner

Age restrictions: 3+

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Hypogea Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-7500U 2.7 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card Intel HD, 1 GB HDD, Windows 10.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Hypogea Video Game.

98%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (427)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Unique Movement Mechanics: The pole vaulting and staff mechanics are praised for their creativity and fluidity, providing a satisfying and fresh traversal experience.
  • Atmospheric Design: The game features gorgeous visuals and a captivating atmosphere, often compared to classic titles and films, creating an immersive experience.
  • Engaging Storytelling: The narrative is conveyed through environmental storytelling and collectibles, leading to an emotional and impactful ending without the need for dialogue.
  • Short but Sweet Gameplay: Many players appreciate the game's length (around 2-4 hours), finding it perfect for a concise, enjoyable experience without unnecessary padding.
  • Charming Characters: The design and animation of the robots and environments add to the charm, making players care about the characters and the world.

The main cons of the game

  • Short Length: While some enjoy the brevity, others feel the game could benefit from more content or challenging areas.
  • Janky Controls: Several reviews mention issues with ledge grabbing, collision detection, and occasional bugs, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
  • Sound Design: Some players found the soundtrack and audio effects to be underwhelming or repetitive, lacking energy in certain areas.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • More Challenge: Some players expressed a desire for more challenging platforming sections to better utilize the movement mechanics.
  • Expanded Content: There are requests for additional levels or gameplay elements to extend the experience, as well as suggestions for creation tools or more intricate puzzles.
  • Polished Controls: Improvements in the responsiveness and reliability of the movement mechanics, especially regarding ledge interactions and collisions, were noted as areas for enhancement.

Summary

  • Overall, Hypogea is well-received for its innovative mechanics, atmospheric world, and emotional storytelling, despite some technical shortcomings and a desire for more content.

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