September 29, 2017
Arcade, 2D, Experimental/artistic, Indie Games, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Platformers, Splitscreen, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
A two-dimensional action game with designs resembling old cartoon movies, which is a debut production of StudioMDHR, an independent developer. In Cuphead, we assume the role of a gambling addict that loses his soul to the devil during one of his sessions. To retrieve it, he needs to work off its equivalent. When it comes to mechanics, the game is a 2D fighting game with a degree of platforming elements – we participate in continuous 1v1 fights, taking place on special 2D arenas. During combat we can make use of a wide range of weaponry, as well as several outfits bestowing us with special powers. Each of the enemies has his own fighting style, which needs to be countered in order for us to win. In opposition to the genre classics, our enemies are controlled by dynamic AI, making the game tough to beat and less predictable in case of replays.
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June 2, 2016
Action, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Polish, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters.
An oldschool shooter inspired by arcade classics. Sky Force Reloaded was produced by Polish studio Infinite Dreams, the creators of the two previous installments in the series: Sky Force from 2004 and Sky Force from 2014. In the game the player controls a fighter jet which automatically flies in one direction (towards the top of the screen). Player is tasked with shooting down incoming enemy units and avoiding being hit or crashing into obstacles. It is a good idea to collect various bonuses which provide temporary power-ups and allows you to equip the vehicle with better weapons. In addition to regular enemy aircraft the player will face powerful bosses, encounters with which will require good reflexes and dexterity. Another attraction are the optional missions, during which one must save civilians. These missions are very risky but completing them grants exceptional awards. Sky Force Reloaded offers many varied levels and colorful special effects which enrich the graphics of the game.
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June 18, 2024
Action, 2D, Strategic Elements, Internet, Multiplayer, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Tower Defense.
A combination of an action game and a tower defense title, belonging to the popular 2D series. Metal Slug Attack Reloaded has us commanding units and attacking enemy installations with the hope of defeating General Morden. There are single and multiplayer modes available.
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June 8, 2023
Action, 2D, Arena Survival, Cthulhu, Indie Games, Roguelike, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters, Top-down.
Shoot'em up action game with a bit of roguelike elements developed by indie studio flanne. Player's task is to survive the attack of hordes of monsters inspired by the prose of H.P. Lovecraft for the title twenty minutes.
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March 12, 2024
Action, 2.5D, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Platformers, Splitscreen, Remaster/remake, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
A remake of an iconic 1987 shoot 'em up, developed by WayForward and published by Konami. Contra: Operation Galuga features thoroughly refreshed visuals and modernised mechanics.
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August 30, 2017
Action, Indie Games, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Polish, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters, Top-down, Tower Defense.
Developed by an independent studio called Exor, X-Morph: Defense is an original twin-stick shooter with tower defense elements. The game shows an unpleasant vision of the future, in which the Earth has fallen victim to an alien invasion. Instead of defending the Blue Planet, the player assumes control over an Alien ship with an objective to face waves of human adversaries and defend enormous devices extracting resources and altering the Earth’s atmosphere. In X-Morph: Defense, the player observes the action from the top-down perspective, controls the aforementioned spacecraft, and erects defensive structures such as watchtowers - highly effective against particular adversaries. During the combat, the alien ship can assume four different forms, each one designed for dealing with a specific type of threats. To fight the enemies, the player can use the destroyable environment by e.g. collapsing a skyscraper to bar the way. The player can invade the Earth either alone or with another player in the cooperative mode.
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April 2, 2007
Arcade, Space, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Remaster/remake, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters, TPP, TPS, Nintendo Exclusive.
Re-edition of the classic shooting from the Nintendo 64 console. We play the role of the title fox, becoming a fight with the Andross army. We use, among others, a tank and a spacecraft.
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December 23, 2009
Action, 2D, Internet, Co-op, LAN, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Platformers, Splitscreen, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Shooters.
The next installment of the popular series of two-dimensional shooters. We rub in the form of a brave commander, eliminating the enemies we meet. We also sit at the helm of armored machines, including the title tank.
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2026
Action, Helicopters, Indie Games, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters, Isometric View.
An isometric aerial shooter, clearly inspired by the cult classic Desert Strike. Cobra Strike allows us to control various combat helicopters. We target land, sea, and air objectives, attempting to complete various missions. An indie developer, somasolo created the game.
August 22, 2023
Action, 2.5D, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Platformers, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Shooters, Free-to-play.
Metal Slug Code: J is an old-school shooter with platformer elements. It is a mobile version of a popular cycle from arcade machines and consoles. The game retains the two-dimensional gameplay of the classic parts of the series, but offers a three-dimensional graphic design that retains the brand atmosphere.
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October 10, 2017
Action, 2D, Indie Games, LAN, Mythology, Multiplayer, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
Korean shoot'em up referring directly to the native style, beliefs and folklore. In the game we play a girlfriend or Grim Reaper, whose task is to chase demons who escaped from the limbo.
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September 14, 2011
Action, 2D, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
Re-edition of the shooting known from arcade and SEGA Saturn consoles. We sit at the controls of a futuristically designed fighter, eliminating enemy units appearing on the screen. We play alone or work with a second player in cooperation.
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April 22, 2019
Action, 2D, RPG Elements, Indie Games, Platformers, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
Shoot'em up, in which we play the role of a mercenary crossing a foreign planet and eliminating enemy troops; we observe the hero from the side, using both an extensive arsenal of firearms and elements of the environment. As you progress, the protagonist gains experience points and advances to new levels, as well as gaining new guns and armour.
September 24, 2019
Action, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters, TPP, TPS.
Twin-stick shooter, in which we take control of one of the four highly diverse heroes and compete with the army of space invaders, playing alone or in the company of other players. Contra: Rogue Corps represents Konami's iconic series.
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November 20, 2025
Action, 2D, Dystopia, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Shooters.
A shoot'em up inspired by games such as Contra and Wild Guns. In Neon Inferno, we end up in a dystopian New York of the future. We fight with enemies in the foreground and background, and also take part in chases. The game can be played alone or in co-op.
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May 7, 2026, Early Access
Action, 2D, Dystopia, Indie Games, Platformers, Roguelike, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
September 14, 2023
Action, 2D, Humorous, Indie Games, Roguelike, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Top-down.
A bullet hell shooter with roguelike elements, starring bloodthristy axolotls. AK-xolotl has us traversing a procedurally generated land of animals, mowing down hordes of enemies, wielding a wide roster of diverse weaponry.
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Action, 2D, Crowdfunding, Indie Games, Metroidvania, Platformers, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
Combination of two-dimensional shoot' em up game and platformer with RPG elements. During the game we play the role of a small robot and explore the vast open world of science fiction, gaining experience and new equipment. The whole was maintained in the style of 8-bit and 16-bit console productions.
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May 25, 2010
Action, 2D, Internet, Multiplayer, PS Plus Premium, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Shooters.
Soldner-X 2: The Final Prototype is a side-scroll shooter in which the player's task is to repel an alien invasion. As a pilot of a ship belonging to an elite ship, he confronts hordes of enemies using modern technology and bonuses, which he encounters on subsequent boards.
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June 28, 2007
Action, Co-op, Space, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, 3D Image, Splitscreen, PS Plus Premium, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, PlayStation Exclusive.
Remake of one of the most popular space shooters. Again we play the role of a pilot of a futuristic fighter, eliminating the asteroids appearing on the board.
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March 21, 2012
Action, Indie Games, 3D Image, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
Sine Mora is a steampunk action game created by Japanese studio Grasshopper Manufacture in cooperation with Hungarian Digital Reality. The game refers to classic shoot up shooters, enriching them with innovative elements, including the ability to manipulate time.
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May 25, 2004
Action, 2D, Beat 'em Up, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, PS Plus Premium, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
Re-edition of the classic two-dimensional shooting, which originally debuted on the NeoGeo console. We have a dozen or so different boards to overcome. We only deal with the liquidation of enemies appearing on the screen.
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May 31, 1996
Action, Internet, Space, LAN, Multiplayer, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters, Isometric View.
A popular genre of space shooting game by Chaos Works studio in Krakow. The production is distinguished by an innovative approach to the genre and impressive graphic design. The action is set in the distant future, and the player plays the role of a pilot of a combat spacecraft and carries out missions commissioned by the Spectral Council, which watches over the observance of the law in the galaxy.
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March 9, 2023
Action, Indie Games, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters.
The fourth installment in a twin-stick shooter series inspired by the iconic Cannon Fodder games. In Tiny Troopers: Global Ops we play as miniature soldiers, participating in dangerous missions all around the world, eliminating hordes of enemies on our way.
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April 21, 2022
Action, 2D, Indie Games, Platformers, Roguelike, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
An action platformer with twin-stick shooter and roguelike elements. Revita's protagonist, Revita Kid, climbs a desolated clock tower to regain their lost memories, facing hordes of enemies along the way.
September 19, 2019
Action, 2.5D, Indie Games, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Shooters.
Shoot'em up, in which as brave Adrian and Victoria we face the hordes of the title "spidersaurs ". The graphics in Spidersaurs game is inspired by cult cartoons. The game allows you to play solo or in co-op mode.
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June 26, 2017
Action, Economic, Space, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Space Ships, Top-down.
Developed by Nosebleed Interactive, a space shooter enriched with elements of so-called clickers. Vostok Inc. is set in the distant future and the player assumes the role of a newly chosen chairperson of the titular company. The protagonist's goal is to gather a gigantic fortune through the completion of assigned tasks. The gameplay formula was based on two pillars. When exploring space, the player travels among 40 planets, encountering different threats, such as hostile vessels or powerful bosses. In combat, the player makes use of large array of weaponry developed over time in a complex crafting system. The other, strategic layer of the experience involves landing on the encountered planets in order to colonize them and acquire valuable resources. As the company develops, the player recruits new specialists. In the free time, one can play one of 13 old-school mini-games inspired by hits released a few decades earlier.
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January 1, 1995
Arcade, Internet, Space, LAN, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
A classic scrolling shooter set in the atmosphere of science fiction. We control a small spacecraft and shoot down enemy units arriving from above the screen. During the campaign mode, we improve our equipment by making purchases for credits gained during the mission.
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January 1, 1997
Action, 2D, Humorous, LAN, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
The first installment of the popular Metal Slug series, which debuted in 1996 on arcade machines. Over the course of time, production went on new platforms, allowing their users to face the soldiers commanded by the sinister General Morden.
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August 17, 2012
Puzzle, 2D, Indie Games, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
Logical-arcade game with elements of "shump" shooting (shoot'em up). The player's task is to help a pair of heroes discover the details of an ominous plan, which is a threat to the whole world. The title was produced by an independent studio HeartBit Interactive in collaboration with The Benjamin Focus Production.
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June 11, 2014
Action, 2D, Co-op, LAN, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Top-down.
Extremely simple, dexterity two-dimensional shooter. Players take on the role of a futuristic soldier and in closed arenas they fight waves of aliens and mutants. During the game we can use 30 types of weapons and several dozen abilities modifying the game. The title supports the local co-op mode for up to four people.
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July 26, 2016
Arcade, 2D, Indie Games, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
A two-dimensional arcade shoot'em up game. First serious commercial production created by the British studio Out of Bound Games. The plot of Laser Disco Defenders is set in a cartoonish sci-fi realm where the main characters defend the world against various threats. Our protagonists must retrieve a powerful artifact called Mirror Moon that had been stolen by evil Lord Monotone, who plans to use it for his (evil) purposes. The game is a classic 2D twin-stick shooter. We travel in zero gravity, moving through randomly generated labyrinths where we fight numerous opponents and face other dangers. Luckily, useful equipment unlocks as we gain experience, giving us unique new skills. Laser Disco Defenders features both music and aesthetics taken straight from the 1970s.
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April 18, 2017
Arcade, 2D, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Package, Platformers, Splitscreen, Remaster/remake, Animated TV Series, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
A collection of six action games based on classic Disney cartoons. The collection was developed by Capcom and it contains games that were released in late 80s and early 90s on Nintendo Entertainment System. The Disney Afternoon Collection contains the following titles: DuckTales (1989), Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers (1990), TaleSpin (1991), Darkwing Duck (1992), Chip n’ Dale Rescue Rangers 2 (1993) and Duck Tales 2 (1993). All titles were remastered and adapted to modern gaming platforms. They offer various modern graphic filters and are working in native 1080p resolution. The developers have also introduced new game modes, such as Boss Rush and Time Attack. It is also possible now to rewind the action when the player dies or faces some other difficulties in the game. The fans also have access to bonus materials like artworks and concept arts.
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May 12, 2020
Action, 2D, Indie Games, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Platformers, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
Two-dimensional, side-scroll arcade shooter, referring to such classics as Metal Slug series. In this production we control one of the three prize hunters in a futuristic city full of enemies.
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July 24, 2020
Action, Indie Games, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Space Ships.
The second part of the shoot'em up series, in which we sit at the helm of a space fighter, fighting with numerous enemy forces. The high pace of Jets'n'Guns 2 is amplified not only by the ubiquitous explosions, but also by the dynamic soundtrack.
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November 19, 1998
Arcade, Space, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
The fourth installment of the popular shoot'em upów series and at the same time the first to use 3D graphics. Production is characterized by a high level of difficulty and allows you to test your reflexes as a pilot of a combat spacecraft.
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September 6, 2018
Action, 2D, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Remaster/remake, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
A remastered version of a shoot 'em up, which debuted in 1989 on arcade machines. We play as Mike Chen, who travels on a flying cloud and confronts enemies inspired by Chinese myths. The title allows you to play alone as well as in the company of the other player.
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February 22, 2022
Action, 2D, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters.
Dynamic shoot'em up from the PlatinumGames studio. In Sol Cresta we take control of a space fighter and eliminate hordes of enemies. During the game we gain new stages of the ship, thanks to which our combat potential grows.
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January 10, 2022
Action, 2.5D, Humorous, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
A classic vertical shoot 'em up. In Radirgy Swag we control a small flying ship, destroying hundreds of enemies and collecting many types of power-ups. One of the unique features of the title is a system of dynamic missions.
September 29, 2020
Action, Alternative History, Indie Games, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Early 20th Century, Splitscreen, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
The original twin-stick shooter, in which we play the Secret Service agents trying to get President Roosevelt out of the kidnappers' hands. Bartlow's Dread Machine stands out thanks to its unique mechanics and graphics, which make the game similar to mechanical puppet theater.
November 21, 2023
Action, 2.5D, Indie Games, Platformers, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
The second part of the action platform games series, launched in 2019. In Valfaris: Mecha Therion the protagonist goes to the edge of the galaxy and, using a destructive suit, spreads terror in the ranks of the sinister Lord Vroll. The game has graphics made in 2.5D technology.
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August 7, 2025
Action, RPG Elements, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Post-apocalypse, Roguelike, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Isometric View.
An action game with roguelike elements. In Guntouchables, not only our characters develop, but also the mutants they fight. The game supports single-player and online co-op, allowing us to eliminate hordes of enemies. We can rely on melee combat or kill opponents using various guns.
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March 27, 2026
Action, 2D, Beat 'em Up, Internet, Comics, Co-op, Marvel Comics, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Package, Platformers, Splitscreen, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Superheroes.
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July 28, 1995
Arcade, Space, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Space Ships.
Arcade shooter released exclusively for PlayStation 1. A unique feature of Epics Inc. production is the changing perspective during play. As a result, Philosoma is sometimes a bird's eye view or isometric view shooter, and sometimes a side-scrolled shoot up.
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June 12, 2018
Action, 2D, Indie Games, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Platformers, Splitscreen, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters.
A dynamic two-dimensional action game that combines traits of a platform game and a horror game. The players assume the role of a lone soldier who uses guns to defeat five bosses and dozens of lesser enemies.
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November 10, 2015
Action, Indie Games, Co-op, Mechs, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
A dynamic shoot up where we sit at the helm of one of the five futuristic mosses, bringing order to the galaxy. Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax allows you to play alone as well as multiplayer games in the company of up to three players.
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March 20, 2019
Arcade, 2D, Indie Games, Platformers, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Top-down.
Two-dimensional game, a hybrid of platformer and shooter. The production also offers a classic pixel art setting. The title was developed by the well-known Inti Creates studio and is the next installment of the series started in 1988. The publisher is Sunsoft.
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June 30, 1997
Action, Alien, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Top-down, TPP.
The fourth part of the popular Japanese shoot'em upów series, and the first installment of the series, which has been presented in a three-dimensional graphic design. Xevious 3D/G made its debut on slot machines, but after a year it also hit the PlayStation 1 console. The title allows us to become the pilot of a spacecraft, which was the last hope of humanity when the Earth found itself on the target of the aggressive Xevian race.
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September 16, 2016
Action, 2D, Indie Games, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer.
A shoot'em up game developed by the independent developer Space Lizard Studio. In the game, the player assumes control of young dragons tasked with fighting an army of hostile robots called Mechaliches, who were able to conquer the protagonists' home planet and kidnap their mother. During the game, the character constantly moves rightwards, eliminates hordes of enemies, and avoids the ever-present obstacles. Of course, one's protégés are not defenseless - they acquire new power-ups allowing them to use machine guns, laser weapons, and cannons. Moreover, as one progresses through the game, they acquire points giving access to various special abilities assigned separately to each weapon. Dragon Bros allows the player to enjoy both single and cooperative local multiplayer modes. Interestingly enough, completed stages of the game can be replayed, e.g. to achieve a higher score - moreover, one can test their skills by playing the game on a higher difficulty level. As the game has been inspired by the classic shoot’em up games, it delivers old-school pixel-art visuals and the dedicated soundtrack written by Gabriel Caruso, who in his works combines modern sound with chiptune music.
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July 24, 2018
Action, Dieselpunk, Indie Games, Roguelike, Planes, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters, Top-down, Isometric View.
An action title with elements of classic arcade shooters and roguelike productions. Developed by Blindflug, the game is a continuation of Cloud Crashers. The action takes us to a dieselpunk world. The main protagonist, Amelia, lives in the flying city Granaria. To make a living, the girl catches fish dwelling high in the clouds, and she is aware of the social inequalities of this sky utopia. What is important to the story, are the conflicts between different group of fishers who fight over access to rich fisheries. The action of Airheart is presented in top-down perspective. Exploration and catching fish play key roles in the title. By selling fish, you earn money that can be spent on upgrades for your flying vessel, which enables you to reach higher layers of atmosphere and face more powerful enemies. The landing ground serves as an excursion base where you trade, build new vessel elements, and get to learn the plot.
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