EXE: Mainframe (2018)

Developer: Panic Bot Games
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 7 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 54 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a frantic arcade shooter where you dodge endless enemies and power-ups in a race for a high score.

fast-pacedarcade-styleintensechallengingrepetitivecompetitivetwin-stick action

What players say

Players describe EXE: Mainframe as a polished wave-based bullet hell twin-stick shooter with a strong Tron-inspired visual style and a good soundtrack. They appreciate the tight controls and the active dodge with remote detonated bombs, though one reviewer notes gamepad support is limited.

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