Lazer Cops (2017)

Developer: Foolish Mortals Games, Michael Long
Publisher: Foolish Mortals Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 24 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A chaotic retro bullet-hell where players are physically linked by a deadly tether, forcing frantic cooperation or double duty.

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What players say

Players praise the unique tether mechanic that ties two characters together, making this a true co-op game that is noticeably harder when played solo. Opinions split on the visuals: some enjoy the neon pixel retro look, while others find the graphics outright ugly. A few note the levels feel cramped and the bosses are very difficult.

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