Zero Wing (2023)

Developer: Bitwave Games, Toaplan
Publisher: Clear River Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 83 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 53 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Classic arcade shooter action with fast scrolling and demanding reflexes, now with a beginner mode for modern accessibility.

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What players say

Players mostly recommend Zero Wing for its nostalgic meme value and solid port features like rewind and auto-dodge. Many find the game very difficult with fast bullets and cheap homing shots, though split on whether the seizer beam mechanic adds much. The music is a point of disagreement, with some calling it worse than the Genesis original.

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