Play as a banished planet and fight back against the Sun’s tyranny in the reverse bullet hell Asterogues.
In Asterogues, players use their gravitational pull to catch projectiles and throw them back at enemies, making it quite literally a reverse bullet hell. Each character has a different way of interacting with this mechanic, creating a wide variety of gameplay styles.
Asterogues is a chaotic experience that constantly rewards players for defeating bosses without taking damage or completing objectives quickly. The roguelike aspects make the game incredibly replayable, and the game is perfect for bullet hell fans who enjoy doing no-hit runs.
Asterogues recently hit its 1.0 release and is available on Microsoft Windows (through Steam).
You can read more about the game and watch its trailer below:
Beat up planets in this cosmic bullet hell shoot-em-up hybrid! Pick your character from a band of outcasts banished to the Asteroid Belt, and take revenge against the Solar System!
Cast out by the Sun itself, each rebel must use their unique power along with the items and weapons they collect to beat their way to the center of the Solar System and get revenge. Across various zones, swarms of asteroids, aliens, and stars attempt to crush the rebellion – and only the most adept fighter stands a chance of avoiding their endless onslaught. And even then, the 8 planets stand vigilant over their territories, ready to destroy any tresspassers that dare to pass. Are you strong enough to deliver retribution?
Pick your Rogue!
Each character has their own bone to pick with the Sun, and their own special ability to turn enemies’ bullets against them! Unlock and master each character!
Collect Items!
Find dozens of unique passive and active items during your run, create powerful synergies, and get a new experience each time you play!
Defeat Enemies!
The Solar System is packed full of loyal Sun-worshippers firing their own unique projectiles! Learn each bullet and each enemy pattern to stand a chance of winning!
Beat up Planets!
The 8 planets control the Solar System under the Sun’s command. You’ll have to take them down before you get a chance at the Sun itself!
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