Deflector
Released Mar 2023
Deflector is a top down action rogue-lite set in a deadly microcosm. Dive deep into hostile worlds teeming with viruses. Strike down increasingly challenging enemies with your weapons and their own deflected projectiles. Live, die, grow stronger and become powerful enough to reach the Source!
87% positive · 353 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Where to buy
Steam $19.99
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Evaluation
Deflector launched in full on March 24, 2023, graduating from Early Access with a substantial content update that added new bioshells, game modes, enemies, and systems. The developer stated at launch that work would continue, and they delivered on that: a major Summer update arrived on June 29, 2023, adding new bioshell evolutions, virus strains, and anomalies. A further feature update on November 6, 2023 introduced the Apex Rush mode and a new unlockable outfit. The last developer communication was a bug fix patch on November 13, 2023, tidying up issues introduced by the Apex Rush update.
With two major content drops in 2023 and the last developer activity on November 13, 2023, the game has been silent since — well over two years with no updates, announcements, or roadmap posts. The only DLC listed is the soundtrack, which released before the game even launched. There are no unreleased DLC items, no announced future content, and no developer statements about plans beyond the 2023 updates. The launch statement promising ongoing updates appears to have been fulfilled by the Summer and Apex Rush updates, after which development wound down quietly. The game reads as a complete, finished product.
Evidence
Major Summer update shipped with new bioshell evolutions, virus strains, anomalies, and language support. Developer stated 'we are far from done with Deflector and you can expect more updates further down the line.'
Feature update added Apex Rush mode and a new unlockable outfit for the Slasher bioshell.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
SuperGG.com
Achievements
77
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game
Stare down the depths of bullet hell, then Deflect it back! Deflector is a high-octane rogue-lite in which you wield the power to deflect enemy projectiles back at them. Use them in tandem with your unique weapons and Mutations to eradicate the deadly viruses in your way.
Select your Bioshell!
Choose one of several Bioshells, each with unique weapons, abilities and means of deflecting projectiles. Start with the Boomerang-slinging Eradicator and unlock more by living and dying in the experiment.
Progress the Experiment
Your Hub is filled with modules aiding in virus research. Accumulate experience through combat to unlock more Mutations, Bioshells and persistent upgrades.
Face Numerous Enemies
Every world is filled with unique hostile fauna ready to swarm you with bodies and bullets. Every threat is deadly from the smallest fodder to the imposing Apex Virus at the end of each world. Learn to overcome every foe through trial and many lethal errors.
Last evaluated Jun 22, 2026
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