OtherFit check
Is The Neon Boy worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Platformer fans who want a large stage count
- Achievement hunters seeking more than 16 Steam achievements
- Players who enjoy time-based leaderboard competition
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players looking for a platformer with a small, tightly focused campaign may find 80 main levels too extensive
- Those seeking a slow or relaxed pace may not suit its described hardcore, dynamic style
- Players wanting a simulation, role-playing game, or strategy title
- Players who do not use Steam may not have access to the listed Steam achievements and leaderboard
Our take on The Neon Boy
The store page emphasizes 80 levels, achievements, hidden stages, and leaderboard competition, but gives little detail about the multiplayer mode or how the four locations differ. The campaign structure is clearer than the depth of its other modes.
What is The Neon Boy?
Play as a one-eyed boy escaping captivity in a neon world created by evil scientists.
The platformer includes 80 main levels across four locations, with artifacts that open a bonus area containing extra stages. Players can pursue more than 16 Steam achievements, search for hidden levels, and compete on a Steam leaderboard for the fastest times. The game supports keyboard and gamepad controls, includes multiplayer, and uses an 80s-inspired soundtrack with new music from RetroWave.
How The Neon Boy plays
- 01Main level campaign
- The game contains 80 primary stages spread across four locations.
- 02Bonus level access
- Collected artifacts can open an additional location with extra stages.
- 03Time leaderboard
- A Steam leaderboard records times for competition with other players.
- 04Multiple control options
- Keyboard and gamepad input are supported.
- 05Multiplayer mode
- The store listing includes multiplayer among the available features.
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The Neon Boy: platforms & release
Is The Neon Boy worth it?
It is worth it if: platformer fans who want a large stage count. Skip it if: players looking for a platformer with a small, tightly focused campaign may find 80 main levels too extensive.
Where can I download The Neon Boy?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens The Neon Boy's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is The Neon Boy on?
Windows only.
