Underplayed Gems

Birdcakes (2018)

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Developer
Green Lava Studios
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.3 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 35 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A hectic, colorful twin-stick shooter with tight controls and a punishing permadeath mechanic, where you fly and blast flies as a cupcake.

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What players say

Players call it a cute but challenging arcade shooter that mixes twin-stick controls with light strategy. The candy-based ammo is scarce and forces careful aim, while the roguelite upgrade system and random levels add replay value. Some split on whether the difficulty is satisfying or punishing.

Screenshots

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