Starr Mazer: DSP (2016)

Developer: Imagos Softworks, Subpixel Studios
Publisher: Digital Tribe
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Indie, Early Access
Rating: 3.6 of 5, 270 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced retro arcade shooter with roguelike permadeath mechanics that keeps you on edge through its relentless waves and bullet-hell challenges.

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What players say

Players love the retro pixel art and music, and the rogue-like mechanic of buying pilots with score. But the game is stuck in early access with only one playable stage. Development stalled after a copyright dispute with a former composer, and most reviewers warn it is abandoned.

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