Underplayed Gems

Alpha Dog (2019)

Alpha Dog cover
Developer
Nocturne Games
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 8 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 18 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A frantic, low-fi arena shooter where you scramble through procedurally generated dungeons against hordes of enemies with a sense of desperate survival.

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What players say

Players are split on the low-resolution pixel art and shooting. Some find aiming tiresome with weak feedback and poor hit detection, while others enjoy the unique style and quick-burst gameplay. The font is noted as very difficult to read.

Screenshots

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