Underplayed Gems

Ex-Zodiac (2022)

Ex-Zodiac cover
Developer
MNKY
Publisher
Pixeljam
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie, Early Access
Rating
4.7 of 5, 1,068 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A speedy, retro-inspired rail shooter with colorful low-poly visuals and an energetic soundtrack, offering straightforward arcade action.

fast-pacedretrocolorfularcadestylizedchallengingupbeatnostalgic

What players say

Players praise it as a faithful homage to Star Fox and Super FX-era rail shooters, with smooth framerates and a good soundtrack. However, many find the default keyboard and mouse controls frustrating, and the lack of a tutorial leaves newcomers confused about basic mechanics.

Trailer

Screenshots

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