Quip Anomaly

Quip Anomaly is a 2D space dodge ’em up set shortly after the universe’s dark ages, when new stars are emerging. You guide Virnu, a curious but timid scholar, through a hostile spatial anomaly, dodging hazards, collecting research and acquiring power-ups. As you unlock levels, you learn more about Virnu and her story.

Virnu and the anomaly

Virnu is a Quip, a sentient spheroid that travels freely through space. Quips have a “quantum brain” surrounded by an aura that provides sensory input and propulsion. After Virnu enters the anomaly, she discovers that the enigmatic place is also dangerous.

Navigate hazards

You click where you want Virnu to go, and she accelerates or decelerates toward that location. Her trajectory follows Newtonian physics, so she may take time to move, especially when overcoming existing velocity. Hazards approach from all directions, while indicators at the screen edges show the direction of off-screen items, helping you avoid hazards or collect items. You can activate acquired power-ups with the number keys 1, 2 and 3.

Levels and modes

The game has 34 levels of increasing difficulty, as well as an Endless mode where you try to last as long as possible. You can compete with others on the online leaderboard.

Hazards and presentation

You face three enemy types and can use three types of special defense. Voice-over delivers the story and character reactions, alongside original music and sound effects. The game is played in 2D, with some visual effects rendered in 3D.