Underplayed Gems

ZAKESTA-Z (2024)

ZAKESTA-Z cover
Developer
zakichi
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 46 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A retro-inspired shoot 'em up that feels frantic and strategic as you manage power-ups and a zone-capture mechanic to maximize scoring.

fast-pacedintenseretro-stylearcadeyaction-packedshoot 'em upstrategicchallenging

What players say

Players praise this as a short but addictive caravan-style shmup from developer Zakichi, with an intentionally lo-fi look and a standout techno soundtrack. Difficulty is welcoming to newcomers, though veterans find lasting appeal in score chasing across multiple modes.

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Screenshots

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