Hop Rocket

Hop Rocket is a minimalist one-tap arcade mobile game where you slingshot a tiny rocket between planets using precise timing. The controls are instantly understandable: tap to launch, land on the next planet, repeat. The challenge comes from mastering the timing as orbits shrink and mistakes send you drifting into space. Each run lasts only seconds, encouraging quick retries and “just one more try” sessions. Inspired by classic pick-up-and-play arcade games in the spirit of Flappy Bird, Hop Rocket focuses on pure interaction, short play sessions, and visible skill progression. Scores are easy to understand and hard to improve, making the game ideal for quick breaks and competitive bragging. The game was developed solo in Norway and launched without paid marketing. Despite its small scope, it has already received editorial coverage from Gamer.no and Pocket Gamer. Hop Rocket is free to play on iOS and designed for players who enjoy simple mechanics, fast restarts, and high difficulty.