Bezier (2016)

Developer: Philip Bak, NiineGames
Publisher: Thalamus Digital
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 110 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced bullet-hell shooter with a fluid, abstract visual style and a story-driven narrative about escape and existential themes.

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What players say

Players praise the soundtrack and upgrade system but are split on whether the neon visuals are beautiful or a hindrance, with some struggling to tell enemies from background effects. The campaign is short, around an hour on normal, and the difficulty is forgiving compared to other shmups.

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