Underplayed Gems

Apastron (2020)

Apastron cover
Developer
Noah Lewin
Publisher
Day Dreamer Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.2 of 5, 25 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A fast-paced, colorful first-person shooter with retro pixel graphics, sliding and climbing mechanics, and a sci-fi story about a reborn defender protecting a drowning planet.

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What players say

Players call it an ambitious but uneven one-man shooter with a short campaign, confusing level design, and slippery movement. Combat lacks challenge due to infinite ammo and weak enemies, though some enjoy the exploration and random weapon variety.

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