Underplayed Gems

Always Surrender (2024)

Always Surrender cover
Developer
The Covert Sheep Example
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action
Rating
4.8 of 5, 20 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A frantic, risk-reward arcade shooter where you push your survival to the brink before cashing out.

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What players say

Players love this as a fast, addictive score chaser with a risk-reward surrender mechanic and a style that reminds many of Geometry Wars. It offers short runs across various modes, snappy controls, and catchy chiptune music, though a late reviewer found it repetitive at full price.

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