Underplayed Gems

ASSAULT SHELL (2021)

ASSAULT SHELL cover
Developer
Team Overloaded
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 22 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

a frantic 2D bullet hell where you balance overcharging a power meter against making enemies unpredictable and harder to hit.

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What players say

Players praise its hyper mechanic and risk-reward system, often comparing it to Crimzon Clover. Many note the rough visuals but say the solid gameplay makes up for it. Some report broken achievements and score saving issues.

Screenshots

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