Galencia (2018)

Developer: Jason Aldred
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 25 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 25 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast, retro-inspired space shooter with escalating difficulty and satisfying arcade feedback.

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What players say

Players praise Galencia as a genuine new Commodore 64 game, not a modern imitation. They say it captures the feel of Galaga and Galaxian with polished gameplay, a satisfying challenge, and a soundtrack that fits the era. A few note it runs via emulation on Steam but plays smoothly.

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