Underplayed Gems

The Rush (2024)

The Rush cover
Developer
Hornbuckle Who, BuckChickens
Publisher
Hornbuckle Who
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie, Free To Play
Rating
4.5 of 5, 33 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 43 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced horizontal shoot 'em up with retro MSX visuals and a refreshingly fair, quarter-free arcade challenge.

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What players say

Players praise the free MSX-style shmup for its great soundtrack and flexible weapon system, but they are split on difficulty, many find it brutally hard, even compared to old shooters, while a few say it is too easy. Options like toggleable checkpoints and adjustable lives are appreciated.

Screenshots

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