Underplayed Gems

Vindictive Drive 2: Maidbot Archive (2023)

Vindictive Drive 2: Maidbot Archive cover
Developer
Bokensha Studio
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie, Early Access
Rating
4.7 of 5, 19 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A fast-paced, bullet-dodging twin-stick shooter with mecha maids and souls-like boss hunting in an open, dystopian world.

twin-stick shooterbullet hellsouls-likeexplorationearly accessanimemechaaction

What players say

Players praise the shift to a top-down bullet hell with stealth and maidbot collection, calling the combat engaging and the boss fights challenging. Some note performance lag in certain areas, and the game's jank is acknowledged but accepted by the niche audience. The developer's passion and refusal of an AI offer are frequently mentioned.

Screenshots

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