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2017PCPlayStationSteam Deck playable94 % positive5.69 €

A hypnotic arcade shooter from Llamasoft where you blast through psychedelic tunnels and storms of light while pulsing electronic beats pull you into a trance. Great for short, intense reflex sessions, especially in VR.

  • Strong soundtrack
  • Shooting and gunplay
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Lavish presentation
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A rail shooter where every shot becomes part of the electronic soundtrack. Abstract neon visuals, rhythm and sound merge into a hypnotic trip through a computer network.

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An abstract, psychedelic Tempest-style arcade shooter by Jeff Minter, with trance-like visuals and sound that hide surprisingly deep mechanics. Fast, demanding and deliberately quirky.

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A frantic neon arcade twin-stick shooter where you fight through enemy waves on 3D grids. Companion drones, plenty of levels and co-op or online modes keep the high-score chase fresh.

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