Underplayed Gems

Xenogunner (2020)

Xenogunner cover
Developer
Happy Frog Games
Publisher
Clickteam
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action
Rating
5.0 of 5, 26 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A frenetic, retro 2D platformer with intense boss fights and a mysterious sci-fi undertone.

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What players say

Players describe Xenogunner as a tough boss rush game in the style of Treasure classics like Gunstar Heroes and Alien Soldier. It is short, around 4 to 5 hours for a full playthrough, but replayable with two characters. Opinions split on difficulty: some appreciate the checkpoints, while others find bosses cheap with poor telegraphing.

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