Underplayed Gems

Crisis Wing (2020)

Crisis Wing cover
Developer
Pieslice Productions
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 90 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A frantic arcade shoot-em-up with colorful pixel graphics and a retro feel, demanding quick reflexes through challenging levels and boss fights, with options to play solo or co-op.

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What players say

Players call it a faithful tribute to Truxton and Toaplan-era shooters, with chunky pixel graphics and a soundtrack that screams 90s arcade. Most find it challenging yet forgiving, though a few say the hitbox feels imprecise and bosses are damage sponges.

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More games like this

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