Underplayed Gems

Rustwing (2025)

Rustwing cover
Developer
Sleepy Crystal
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy, Early Access
Rating
4.2 of 5, 20 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A fast-paced and challenging twin-stick shooter where you navigate procedurally generated space sections, carefully managing health resources and making strategic choices with permadeath on the line.

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What players say

Players praise the build variety and say the game scratches a space shooter itch, but consistently note it is very short with only three levels. The biggest friction is that controller support is missing, making the game unplayable on Steam Deck despite running well. Players are split on difficulty: some find it too hard early on, others say it pays off once you find the right upgrades.

Screenshots

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