X-teroids (2024)

Developer: liangxiegame
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 33 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 38 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, simple arcade shooter focused on survival and high-score chasing with retro pixel aesthetics.

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What players say

Players say X-teroids is a simple, addictive one-button asteroid shooter with roguelite touches. Power-ups are random and temporary, which can cause frustrating dry spells. Opinions split on difficulty: some find it easy, others note a steep spike around the three-minute mark. The screen shake and lack of customization bother some players.

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