Underplayed Gems

StarLightRiders: HyperJump (2024)

StarLightRiders: HyperJump cover
Developer
LunarCitySeven
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.0 of 5, 10 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 19 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A frantic, adrenaline-fueled arcade shooter where the chaos escalates as you gather power to fight back increasingly aggressive aliens.

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What players say

Players praise the cute anime art style and retro arcade feel, but many report rough controls, especially with keyboard, and early builds lacked sound effects. Patches through early 2025 improved gameplay and controls, though multiplayer and UI options remain limited.

Screenshots

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