Underplayed Gems

Christmas Blaster (2022)

Christmas Blaster cover
Developer
ArcadeNightmare
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 10 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 27 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A fast and fun arcade-style dual-stick shooter with retro pixel graphics, chaotic combat, and lighthearted festive mayhem.

arcadefast-pacedaction-packedfunretrochaoticcasualcooperative

What players say

Players enjoy this as a quick, nostalgic arcade shooter that works well on Steam Deck. It is clearly designed for co-op, with solo play feeling repetitive and underwhelming. The checkpoint system uses passwords shown after bosses, which can be easy to miss. Players split on replay value, with some noting the score tally screen takes too long.

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Screenshots

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