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KILL KNIGHT is an ultra-responsive arcade-inspired isometric action shooter. Condemned to eternal sufferance, deep within the voids of an eldritch arena, you must wield an arsenal of devastating weaponry to obliterate swarms of otherworldly horrors - and MASTER THE DEMON WITHIN.
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A beguiling adventure in which you uncover the secrets of an expansive and mysterious world - haunting both the environment and its denizens to craft ingenious solutions to the many challenges that await.
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Gunborg: Dark Matters is a side scrolling game that stands out from the pack with its distinct gameplay element, responsive combat and vibrant visuals. You have to infiltrate an alien spaceship and capture the enemy aliens using your sword and shield. The game runs smoothly and offers complete button mapping, plus an energy shield to help you traverse levels and deflect projectiles.
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Revita is a roguelite twin-stick shooter platformer game in which the player takes control of an unknown boy with a special gun. You must traverse floors within the Clocktower to reach the top and discover answers about your forgotten past. Along the way you must battle monsters and bosses, unlock secrets, gain upgrades, and collect souls to restore health.
What we like:
Atmospheric soundtrack
Distinct health currency mechanic
Accessibility options for different skill levels
Variety of weapons
Sub-weapons and relics to upgrade with
350+ relics to discover
What could be improved:
Repetitive room designs
Risk/reward system based on offering hearts can lead to disappointing returns
Story told through cryptic means may be difficult for some players to understand
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The Knight Witch is a Metroid Vania shoot 'em up with spell casting and rogue lite elements. You take control of Rayne, a former Knight Witch trainee on a mission to save her town from an evil emperor's revived golem army. Experience the thrill of battle as you level up and choose between "Knight" and "Witch" skill sets to customize your playstyle.
What we like:
Non-linear and utility gated map exploration
360 degree aiming system
Accessible shooting mechanics
Card system for spell casting
Rogue lite elements like hidden bosses and ambushes
Armor purchasing with durability and perks
What could be improved:
Difficulty of bosses/ambushes not always consistent or explained in game
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Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef is a side-scrolling shooter with a generous helping of verticality, wherein you play as a gleeful greenskin seeking revenge after being wronged by his boss. You'll trek across the surface of Luteus prime, encountering native Orks and cutting through them on your mission with all manner of ramshackle munitions at your disposal. Plus, its price point does wonders for forgiving that it isn't an 18-hour epic adventure.
What we like:
Generous checkpoints and gun store
Variety of denizens to oppose you
Colossal combatant bosses lifted from the Warhammer 40
000 universe
Up to four players in its co-op space
Unique abilities and passive bonuses to change gameplay experience
Tesla vs Lovecraft is a classic twin-stick shooter with an intriguingly zany premise that pits horror against science. Play as the celebrated inventor and futurist Nikola Tesla and battle hordes of undead monsters using a suite of perks and abilities like jetpack teleportation, increased health and a mech suit.
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Load up and roll out, in this twin stick shooter with roguelike progression! Blast your way through arcade-style levels, using pinball-style physics mixed with an arsenal of devastating weapons. Defeat waves of enemy bots, battle big bosses, and upgrade your mech between runs
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Weird West is an action-heavy isometric story-based game with a unique Western horror twist and immersive sim mechanics. You play as a former bounty hunter in search of vengeance, travelling across deserts, swamps, towns, and mines to uncover dark secrets and ultimately save the West from destruction.
What we like:
Flexible scope with plenty of replay value
Deep world with memorable characters
Dark humor and darker secrets to uncover
Shifts and changes with the passage of time
Combines action shooter elements with RPG and immersive sim mechanics
What could be improved:
Combat can be overly convoluted when using controller
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Embark on an interstellar journey in ENDLESS Dungeon, where you'll tackle a blend of roguelite thrills, tactical action, and tower defense in a forsaken space station. Recruit a diverse cast of heroes, defend your precious crystal against monstrous waves, and unravel the secrets lurking within. It's a heart-pounding adventure that redefines teamwork and strategy with every playthrough, drawing you deeper into its mysteries. Whether alone or with friends, your endurance and wit will be tested. Are you ready to face the endless?
What we like:
Unique blend of genres
Diverse cast of heroes
Fresh experience with procedurally generated levels