REMOTE LIFE (2019)

Developer: Next Game Level
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 222 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 39 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, brutal twin-stick shooter with huge pre-rendered sprites and creepy alien bosses that feels like a chaotic arcade bullet hell.

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What players say

Players praise the unique Giger-inspired art style and creative level design, but many criticize the lack of a pause button and cheap deaths. Some find it a tactical, slow-paced shmup, while others feel the difficulty comes from trial-and-error gimmicks rather than skilled play.

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