Pocky & Rocky Reshrined (2023)

Developer: NatsumeAtari
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 251 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A colorful, fast-paced top-down shooter that feels like a polished 16-bit arcade game with cute characters and responsive controls.

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What players say

Players say the game is a beautiful but punishing top-down shooter that locks co-op and easy mode behind progression, which frustrates those who want to play with kids. It is short at around 2-3 hours, lacks a practice mode for stages or bosses, and has no strafing, making it harder than expected.

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