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NEON STRUCT: Desperation Column (2022)

NEON STRUCT: Desperation Column cover
Developer
Minor Key Games
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Action
Rating
4.5 of 5, 73 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 25 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast, minimalist roguelite FPS with retro graphics where you frantically manage scarce ammo and health while blasting or sneaking through a tower.

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What players say

Players describe this as a very short FPS, finishing in 20 to 40 minutes. The core loop has you climbing an office building, stealing keycards from managers, and fighting robots. Opinions are split: some call it a fun, charming roguelite with smooth controls, while others dismiss it as a low-effort tech demo with linear levels.

Screenshots

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