GameClub Hi, How Are You (by Dr Fun Fun/Smashing Studios)

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  1. squarezero

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    Just picked it up and I have to agree: I'm very impressed. The level variety is pretty cool (at least on the first 5 levels), the graphics are really nice, and the difficulty seems to be ramping up nicely -- though as imusic puts it, we're not talking Squareball challenging here. And of course, if you like Daniel Johnston's music (or indie lo-fi music in general), there's that to enjoy too. Color me surprised.
     
  2. mrchennyken

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    Lol whoops accidentally made a new topic for this :rolleyes:
     
  3. freedog

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    yeah this game is pretty good for $.99 There is a funky style to the whole presentation that I can best describe as "different" and the gameplay is fun, but not too deep. Graphics are artistic but blank looking in areas.
     
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    I freaking love Daniel Johnston, auto buy!
     
  5. squarezero

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    I've had more time to play with this, and it's freaking amazing.

    And yes, this is a naked attempt to bump up a thread that people keep missing.
     
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    Just Downloaded it and I cant believe this flu under my radar. Its very well put together...Cant wait to spend some more time on it. ;)
     
  7. squarezero

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    It's actually the #32 top game in the App Store -- guess some people had it in their radars ;).
     
  8. 5duc29

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    Awesome game! Love the artwork, the music suits the game very well. Virtual joystick works best for me but the tilt controls isn't bad either. Great platform game..

    And it's a really good deal for a dollar - one cent :p
     
  9. fiskadoro

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    His music is an acquired taste for sure, very lo-fi and stripped-down, but I'd recommend the documentary The Devil & Daniel Johnston to anyone who loves music. It's an incredibly moving and interesting movie about mental illness and overcoming difficult odds. That might sound 'hokey', but it's a brilliant film.
     
  10. intake66

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    Yay, it's back on sale. Just picked it up for .99
     
  11. Jibba

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    Good game, although it was a bit on the easy side IMO. Even so, I'd recommend picking it up.
     
  12. Tap Dat App

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    Ok so if you do a little web-searching, you can discover that Daniel Johnston is 48, grey-haired, diagnosed as Bipolar, and uncontrollably shakes. He has lived a somewhat tragic life and it is easy to see why he would never be accepted by mainstream music ='( - But I have found something really special about this game which led me to really liking Johnston's music. The game is very trippy & definitely original. Although it is pretty easy to play-through, they say more levels will be added soon. I like the concept of it and the entire game just kinda moves me spiritually. Johnston's low-fi music and simple lyrics still seem to shine despite those factors. I don't know how to describe it exactly, but the music is relaxing, and thought-provoking. While playing the game, I just felt like I could tap out of reality for a little while and think about life in general. Hope I'm not sounding crazy, but if you play the game for yourself you will know what I'm talking about.
     
  13. TKO

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    Hmmm... I thought I'd posted about this already. It's quite a cool game. Nice music, and the art style is really neat .. both with a handmade feel in the graphics and sound, but really high quality animations and presentation.

    Definitely worth the price. I think any platformer fan should check it out.
     
  14. Rachel

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    I purchased this game a couple of days ago and I have to say I'm really liking its style.

    It is also pretty fun overall :).

    Check it out!
     
  15. jeknightx

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    i think it is unbelievable
     
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    1.1 update is out..not sure what yet
     
  18. currymutton

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    33 levels
    More enemies and obstacles
    New achievements
    Restart level button added
    Misc bug and balancing fixes.
     
  19. freedog

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    $.99 Thanksgiving sale
     
  20. yeah this game is crazy

    people should get it
     

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