Out Zone (2023)

Developer: Bitwave Games, Toaplan
Publisher: Clear River Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 72 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A relentless arcade shooter with blistering speed, pixel-perfect chaos, and a punishing difficulty that demands quick reflexes and sharp aim.

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What players say

Players praise Out Zone as a classic Toaplan run and gun with fast-paced action and great music, but opinions split on the port's accuracy and controls. Many find it brutally hard, requiring save states or invincibility to finish. The port offers TATE mode and CRT filters, though some say controls lack modern options like mouse or dual-stick support.

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