CybArena (2024)

Developer: Cojokero Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 11 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A frenetic top-down shooter where you blast through neon-lit waves of enemies, grabbing temporary power-ups and upgrading perks to survive an ever-increasing onslaught.

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What players say

Players praise the gunplay and movement as responsive and fun, with a challenging but rewarding difficulty. The perk trees and skill combinations allow for different builds and runs, though progression past wave 10 is a common goal. It is well-regarded as a good value at $5, with active development and a nostalgic flash-game feel for some.

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