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ACE Overheat (2025)

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Developer
Gumou
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.0 of 5, 26 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A fast-paced 2D roguelike where you pilot a plane through repetitive but intense aerial combat against waves of enemies and bosses.

fast-pacedchallengingrepetitiveaction-packedarcade-styleintenseskill-based

What players say

Players compare it heavily to Jet Lancer, often unfavorably. The heat system forces cautious play rather than free-flying combat, and content is thin even after a few runs. Controls are mouse-only on keyboard and cannot be remapped, a frequent complaint. Some enjoy the challenge, but many feel the design is underdeveloped.

Screenshots

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