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Project AETHER: First Contact (2020)

Project AETHER: First Contact cover
Developer
Sleepy Spider Studios
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.7 of 5, 29 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A fast-paced arcade shooter with a rhythmic, tactical feel as you pilot a customizable mech through bullet-hell fights and boss battles.

action-packedrhythmictacticalretroarcade-stylefast-pacedchallengingsci-fi

What players say

Players praise this twin-stick shooter for its tight controls and satisfying EMP explosions that chain across enemies. It has a short but polished campaign with replayability from unlockables, challenges, and difficulty levels that range from accessible to very challenging.

Screenshots

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