Jets'n'Guns Gold (2014)

Developer: Rake in Grass
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 1,530 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 9.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Playing feels like a chaotic, non-stop blitz of screen-filling explosions, relentless enemy waves, and pounding rock music where you're barely holding on while upgrading ridiculous weapons.

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What players say

Players love the soundtrack by Machinae Supremacy and the wide array of weapons and upgrades. The difficulty is a sticking point: some find it accessible, while others blame enemy spam and unclear projectiles. Levels can feel long and plodding. A few call it a spiritual successor to Tyrian.

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