Tag: Sci-fi

A neon-drenched precision platformer framed as a deadly televised game show, Death Run throws you into laser-lined obstacle courses where one mistake means instant failure and instant restart.

Whether you dream of scraping together enough credits to keep a struggling mercenary company alive or charging into battle as part of the fearsome Clan invasion, the MechWarrior 5 Franchise Bundle delivers the complete BattleTech experience. Few collections offer this much variety while remaining so deeply rooted in what makes giant robots feel truly colossal.

Zaxoid captures the spirit of classic arcade shooters without becoming trapped by nostalgia. Beneath its colourful explosions and relentless alien assaults lies a surprisingly thoughtful blend of twin stick action, roguelite progression and planetary defence that keeps every run feeling fresh.

EMPULSE is a reminder that arena shooters do not need endless systems, battle passes or cluttered progression to feel alive. It is fast, vertical and unapologetically mechanical, built around movement so fluid it often feels like the only real rule is momentum.

Bacterium takes the simple concept of watching tiny organisms evolve and transforms it into a surprisingly absorbing sandbox of science and strategy. Beneath its minimalist presentation lies a rewarding simulation that encourages patience, experimentation and the joy of discovering unexpected outcomes.

High On Life 2 proves lightning can strike twice. By tightening its humour, reinventing movement with an outstanding skateboard mechanic, and delivering a far more confident campaign, Squanch Games has transformed a divisive cult hit into one of its strongest action games yet.

Archery RED proves that virtual reality does not need sprawling adventures to leave an impression. With satisfying bow mechanics, sharp futuristic visuals and rewarding skill based gameplay, it delivers an experience that feels genuinely engaging every time you draw another arrow.

Sodaman proves there's still plenty of life left in the bullet heaven genre. With inventive soda powered abilities, satisfying progression, and an infectious sense of humour, this colourful roguelite delivers an addictive adventure that's every bit as refreshing as its fizzy premise suggests.

Moon Shuttle is a reminder that arcade games once thrived on pure instinct. Strange, unforgiving, and surprisingly inventive, this early shooter may not be easy to love, but it remains fascinating to revisit more than four decades later.

Terraformers: Complete Edition transforms the dream of building a home on Mars into one of the most rewarding strategy experiences available on Nintendo Switch. With deep colony management, meaningful decisions, and an outstanding collection of expansions, it proves that humanity's greatest frontier isn't war. It's learning how to thrive together on a hostile world.