Chase

I have never wanted to punch a game as much as I want to punch Chase. Not literally punch it while it’s running, metaphorically speaking. Also, games don’t make people violent. What I mean is that Chase is a tough game to play while keeping your cool.

Chase is a simple, and lightweight arcade game in which you have to drive on a road that gets randomly filled with wall obstacles as you go. Nothing ever repeats itself, and you can’t beat it on memory. You’re either super good at games like it, or you practice like a mad man until you get that number one spot on the leaderboard.

The game boosts a simple but tough to master gameplay because it’s speed is mildly unfair right from the start. While in other games your vehicle starts a bit slow, so you can get used to the idea of what’s going to happen, Chase smashes you right into a wall, almost. I could be exaggerating because I couldn't avoid crashing after more than 10 seconds in. Although, I do admit, these kinds of games have not been my strong point.

Leaving aside the fact that Chase is too hectic for me without a few hours of practice, it’s a good game. Sure, it has a basic design, and it is a basic game, and it might trigger the rager in you, but if you’re looking for a real challenge, this is it.

Diversity is nonexistent in the sense that you don’t get multiple game modes or challenges. The colors of the game change when you pass through certain gates, there are score multipliers to collect, but that’s just about it. I’m almost sure Chase was designed to be simple, fast and tougher than the biggest nails you’ve ever seen.

For those who easily get game addictions, Chase is another one that’s heading your way. However, that only applies to arcade fans who see what there is to appreciate about this tiny indie.