1. Overview
Geometry Dash is a rhythm-based platformer released on August 13, 2013. Each version introduced new levels, icons, game modes, editor features, and optimization. The game is available on iOS, Android, Steam, and Windows Phone (discontinued).
2.2 (Dec 2023): The largest update ever, featuring Platformer Mode (unrestricted movement), the Swing gamemode, Shader Effects, and over 80 new level editor triggers. Standalone Games & Expansions
- Full editor, online level browser, achievements, daily/weekly challenges.
Developer RobTop released several free spinoffs to preview upcoming features during long update droughts: Geometry Dash Lite
In the beginning, there were no user accounts, no leaderboards for custom levels, and certainly no "Demon" difficulty ratings. The game featured only seven levels, starting with Stereo Madness and ending with xStep. The only game modes were the Cube and the Ship.
Geometry Dash SubZero (2017): Previews 2.2 features like camera controls and the swing mode across three levels (Press Start, Nock Em, Power Trip). Current State (2024–2026)
The history of Geometry Dash spans over a decade, evolving from a simple platformer with 7 levels to a complex rhythm-based game with massive editor capabilities. Major Update History
1. Geometry Dash (v1.0) – Dec 2013
- Levels: 7 official levels (Stereo Madness – Jumper)
- Features: Basic cube, single jump, practice mode, simple icons.
- Note: No level editor, no online levels.