Underplayed Gems

Blazing Chrome (2019)

Blazing Chrome cover
Developer
JoyMasher
Publisher
The Arcade Crew, CE-Asia
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 1,959 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A breakneck, retro-inspired run-and-gun that feels like a frantic arcade fight for survival against relentless robot hordes.

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What players say

Players describe this as a fast-paced Contra homage with creative bosses, but opinions are mixed on its design. Some praise it as one of the best in the sub-genre alongside Iron Meat, while others find the difficulty cheap, citing frustrating traps and frame pacing problems. The game is short and better played with a gamepad.

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