Action adventure · Heart Machine · 2016
Hyper Light Drifter
A wordless journey through a ruined, neon world. Fights are fast and hard; the art is unforgettable.
4.6Score out of 5
Save data
- How it saves
- CheckpointsAutosaves at checkpoints, usually when entering a new area. You cannot save manually.
- If you fail
- Back to the nearest checkpoint, which is usually close.
- Forgiveness
- Good place to stop
- About every 30 minutes
0-1What you do
The Drifter, suffering from a mysterious illness, explores a ruined world to find a cure. There is no dialogue: the story is told through images. Combat is quick dashing, slashing and shooting.
0-2Who it is for
Players who love atmosphere and precise action, and are happy to work out the story themselves.
1-1No words
The game tells its story through pictures and places. Pay attention to murals and short animations.
2-1Checkpoints
Autosave checkpoints are frequent, so a failed fight rarely costs much time.
3-1Dash
The dash is your most important move. Chaining dashes is how you survive the harder fights.
Power-ups
- Stunning neon pixel art
- Satisfying, fast combat
- Mysterious world
Debuffs
- Story can be hard to follow
- Difficulty spikes
Hint
Buy the chain dash upgrade early. It makes the hardest fights manageable.
Final word
A short, haunting masterpiece of pixel art and motion.
Played to the credits and saved on 29 October 2026. Updates can change details; check the official page before buying.