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Boson X

Boson X is a fast-paced rotational runner set in a particle accelerator.

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Developer
Ian MacLarty, Jon Kerney
Publisher
Shape Shop
Release
September 15, 2014
11 years and 324 days ago
Steam Reviews
Very Positive1,584 reviews92.2%

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About the Game

Quantum jump your way to critical velocity in Boson X: the rotational runner set in a particle collider.

Build up speed inside a massive particle accelerator and generate high-energy collisions to discover strange new particles. Use precise timing and fast reflexes to navigate a subatomic world where floors and ceilings don't exist. Be fast enough to find the elusive Boson X.

Features:
  • Fast-paced, unforgiving gameplay
  • 18 challenging levels to master
  • 3 highly qualified physicists to play as
  • Steam leaderboards and achievements
  • No superfluous powerups, coins or XP systems - just deadly serious scientific research

WARNING: This game contains flashing lights.
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