Chromacell (2024)

Developer: 171Dev
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 11 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A fast and colorful retro shoot 'em up that feels like an arcade classic, with responsive combat and multiple difficulty modes for both newcomers and veterans.

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What players say

Players praise the pixel art and fun boss fights, especially the memorable Organic Disco. The game resets your ship at each new stage, annoyingly for some, and the beam weapon is considered overpowered. It is on the slower, more relaxed side for a shmup and takes around 30 to 40 minutes to finish.

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