Underplayed Gems

Schildmaid MX (2023)

Schildmaid MX cover
Developer
HitP Studio
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 52 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A frenetic, high-speed arcade shooter where you steal enemy bullets to power up, shifting from aggressive offense to desperate survival when your shield runs out.

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What players say

Players praise the unique shield mechanic that turns bullets into resources, creating a satisfying risk-reward loop. However, many note the game has minimal enemy variety and only three levels that repeat with different color themes. The soundtrack and graphics are consistently highlighted as top-notch.

Trailer

Screenshots

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