Zaxoid (2026)

Developer: M80 Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 20 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A frantic, adrenaline-pumping blast of retro-style twin-stick chaos where you must strategically split focus between ship upgrades and city defense.

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What players say

Players compare Zaxoid favorably to Geometry Wars and Super Stardust HD, noting its blend of twin-stick shooting with roguelite upgrades for both ship and base. The difficulty is high, with some players finding the early upgrade pool limited. The game rewards grinding for one more run.

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