Dashing Fire (2020)

Developer: Blackthornprod
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 78 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You dash and blast through randomly generated planets, fighting squishy creatures in a fast, challenging loop that rewards mastery over levels.

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What players say

Players praise the fast-paced action and beautiful art but note the game is short, beatable in under an hour. Several find it very challenging, while others say normal difficulty is too easy. A minority report motion sickness from the visual effects.

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