HYPERCHARGE: Unboxed for Windows

Toy-inspired co-op shooter for PC

HYPERCHARGED: Unboxed is a premium action game for PC by game studio Digital Cybercherries. It is a 4-player online co-op shooter that was inspired by classic toy movies such as Small Soldiers and Toy Story for its character and game level design and core gameplay.

HYPERCHARGED: Unboxed has a similar concept to games like Attack on Toys or Toy Soldiers. Apart from its unique toy-inspired theme, it also allows players to freely switch between first-person and third-person perspectives during gameplay. A free demo is available to those who want to try it out first before purchasing.

What is it about?

HYPERCHARGED: Unboxed is an online co-op shooter featuring toy characters and levels that were inspired by classic toy films, such as Toy Story and Small Soldiers. Its core gameplay is a mix of wave-based shooting and building defense mechanics. You take on the role of a weaponized action figure and you are tasked with defending various parts of your territory from multiple waves of incoming enemies.

HYPERCHARGED: Unboxed's explorable locations feature bedrooms, garages, and toy stores, to name a few. You can easily switch between first and third-person perspectives as you explore and fight. You will be able to find various weapons and items along the way. They include batteries to power up shields and defenses, attachments for weapons, and credits that can be used to purchase upgrades for yourself and your bases.

Lastly, there is PVP mode with up to 8 players if you want to duke it out with your friends and others. As far as the whole experience goes, the game leaves a lot to be desired. While the graphics and design look great, the gameplay gets repetitive and boring real quick. There is just a lack of more things to do and generally thin game content.

Story Mode Introduced

In a significant update, HYPERCHARGED: Unboxed now includes a Story mode that offers cinematics and missions, enriching the overall gameplay experience. As players progress through the levels of the story campaign, cinematic sequences featuring excellent voice acting and a 90s style unveil the plot, connecting the game's universe and making it more engaging and immersive.

Face Major Evil: The New Boss Enemy

The latest update introduces a new Boss enemy, Major Evil, who poses a formidable challenge for players, demanding strategic collaboration to defeat him. As the primary antagonist, players can expect an intense battle against Major Evil.

Customization Options: New Characters and Skins

The update also brings new unlockable characters, Max Damage and Major Evil, along with multiple skins for characters and weapons. This addition allows players to personalize their experience further, making the game more exciting.

Rental Lair: The New Level

Rental Lair is a new level added to HYPERCHARGED: Unboxed, featuring the final showdown against Major Evil in a luxurious apartment setting. This visually stunning environment sets the stage for an epic battle against the game's antagonist.

Max Ammo Mini-Game

An Arcade Machine in the new Apartment map lets players access the new mini-game, Max Ammo. This addition provides an extra layer of challenge, keeping players entertained and engaged.

Gameplay Enhancements

The update introduces numerous gameplay improvements, including mandatory and optional tasks for all levels, level-specific bots that match cutscene characters, and objectives displayed on the end-of-round screen and in-game pause menu. New music tracks have been added, and some existing music has been rearranged for a more fitting gameplay experience. A system to detect and restore corrupt save files and an adjustable aim-damping effect slider have also been implemented for a more reliable and refined gaming experience.

Updated Verdict

The latest update to HYPERCHARGED: Unboxed brings a wealth of new and exciting features, addressing the previously mentioned lack of content and gameplay depth. With the introduction of the story campaign, new objectives, characters, skins, and levels, the game now offers a more engaging, immersive, and customizable experience. If you haven't tried HYPERCHARGED: Unboxed yet, now is the perfect time to dive in and experience these thrilling new features.

There's potential here

HYPERCHARGED: Unboxed is a game that has the potential to become something really great. It has a unique premise, is beautifully designed, and plays well. Unfortunately, the lack of any substantial gameplay content and features holds it back. Hopefully, this gets addressed in a major update soon.