Underplayed Gems

Cosmo Rider (2023)

Cosmo Rider cover
Developer
Conversion7
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie, Early Access
Rating
4.7 of 5, 29 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

The game feels like a frantic, high-speed space dogfight where you dodge endless waves of colorful projectiles while piloting a nimble ship through chaotic environments.

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What players say

Players enjoy the physics-based combat and modular upgrades, though the early access state feels rough with a minimal UI and no health display. The difficulty is high at first but progression quickly kicks in, and a full run takes about an hour. Some report the later galaxies become too easy.

Screenshots

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