Underplayed Gems

Rangerdog (2021)

Rangerdog cover
Developer
OOEGAMES
Publisher
Hanaji Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 11 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A nostalgic, arcade-style side-scrolling shooter that feels playful and accessible, with cute pixel art and straightforward, fast-paced action.

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What players say

Players praise this as a charming, easy-going homage to Parodius with creative boss fights and a checkpoint system that lets them learn at their own pace. A few reviewers note frustration with the power-up system, including unclear panel mechanics and losing all upgrades on death.

Screenshots

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