PANDARA (2019)

Developer: leimonya
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 8 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A bare-bones scrolling shooter where mistakes gradually boost defense, set in a drained grey world under imperial judgment.

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What players say

Players praise this as a meaty bullet hell for beginners, with easy difficulty that still teaches advanced techniques like tap dodging. The story and arcade modes plus a replay feature add value. However, one reviewer finds the gray-heavy visuals hard to read and the game primitive, criticizing its reliance on free assets.

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