CrocoMars (2018)

Developer: Anatoliy Loginovskikh
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Free To Play, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 4.1 of 5, 274 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 56 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, punishing top-down shooter with absurdist humor and a relentless difficulty that relies solely on player skill.

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What players say

Players are split: many call it a janky, frustrating top-down shooter where ammo is always scarce and enemies spawn under the player, while others enjoy the short free-to-play experience. There is no tutorial, so items and mechanics are confusing at first.

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