''1001 Spikes'' is a

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developed by 8bits Fanatics and

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, and published by Nicalis. Originally named ''Aban Hawkins & the 1001 Spikes'', the game's objective is to escape a vast terrain and struggle to reach for victory without being impaled by spikes and many other disasters. Throughout the multiple travels, the game gets increasingly challenging, especially having to dodge falling stones and much more.

Synopsis

Jim Hawkins, a world-renowned archaeologist, has been lost within the frozen tundra of Antarctica. Before his disappearance, his daughter Tina is left with a map to the forgotten ruins of South America. Together with her estranged brother Aban, they explore the temple and try to retrieve their father's legacy.

Reception

''1001 Spikes'' received positive reviews. Aggregating review website

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gave the Wii U version 83/100 based on 6 reviews, the PlayStation 4 version 78/100 based on 8 reviews, the Microsoft Windows version 80/100 based on 4 reviews, the 3DS version 73/100 based on 4 reviews, and the PlayStation Vita version 81/100 based on 4 reviews. ''

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'' gave the game an 8/10, favoring its abundance of content and exhilarating disasters, while showing disappointment of the increasing repetition of the game as the levels advance.

References

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