GIGANTIC ARMY (2014)

Developer: ASTRO PORT
Publisher: Henteko Doujin
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 367 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, retro-inspired side-scrolling mech shooter with deliberate difficulty and a focus on arcade-style action.

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What players say

Players compare Gigantic Army to classic mecha run-and-guns like Assault Suit Valken and Cybernator, with weighty movement and no checkpoints. A timed run is central, and players are split: some say the timer forces mastery, while others find it punishing. Controls are often called janky, especially aiming and the double-tap dash.

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