Xeno Crisis (2019)

Developer: Bitmap Bureau
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 215 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A relentless, arcade-style run-and-gun that feels like a chaotic and gory retro shooter with procedurally generated arenas demanding quick reflexes.

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What players say

Players praise the chiptune soundtrack and Smash TV-inspired action, but nearly everyone agrees the difficulty is punishing. A notorious mechanic locks the final boss behind a no-continues run, which many call unfair. Some also find the 8-way aiming and long levels frustrating, and a few report the game crashes on PC.

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