Underplayed Gems

Rock Boshers DX: Directors Cut (2014)

Rock Boshers DX: Directors Cut cover
Developer
TIKIPOD
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 55 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast, arcadey twin-stick shooter with a whimsical retro pixel-art style and lighthearted 1880s sci-fi adventure feel.

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What players say

Players praise the authentic ZX Spectrum aesthetic and clever level design, but the short 3-hour campaign and punishing difficulty divide opinion. It's a faithful retro homage that some find too hard to enjoy.

Screenshots

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