Killing Sun / 抗日大刀队：日军总部 (2020)

Developer: 221 Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 21 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 47 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, retro-inspired shooter with frantic combat and maze-like levels, evoking the classic feel of 1990s first-person shooters.

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What players say

Players compare it to Wolfenstein 3D, but say it feels worse in both looks and play. It is a difficult retro shooter with maze-like levels, mandatory secrets, and hit-scan enemies, though it includes an in-game cheat menu. Some praise the gunplay and challenge, while others find the enemy designs (blue dogs, mushrooms) out of place.

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