Carnage in Space: Ignition (2017)

Developer: MM//Productions
Publisher: Throwback Entertainment
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 3.2 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 30 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced retro side-scroller with brutal combat and a mysterious sci-fi plot

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What players say

Players describe a short 9-level retro action platformer that feels like a 16-bit console game. Level variety is a consistent highlight, from moving vehicles to a horizontal shooter section. Controls get mixed reviews: some find them fluid after adjustment, others call them clunky or stiff. Boss fights are considered straightforward.

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