Underplayed Gems

Children of Apollo (2017)

Children of Apollo cover
Developer
Cargo Cult Gaming LLC
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
3.9 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A quick, intense arcade shooter where every mistake resets your progress, demanding sharp reflexes and focus.

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What players say

Players praise the authentic retro feel but warn that progress does not save between sessions, making the game require several hours of uninterrupted play. Some find the pace slow with too much wandering and enemies that take long to kill. The game was removed from the store in a 2026 announcement.

Screenshots

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