Galactic Wars EX

Shooter· Shoot 'Em Up· Top-Down Shooter· Aliens

Released Apr 2022

Galactic Wars EX is a pixel perfect co-op retro arcade shmup retrogaming experience for modern pcs

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Content

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Released

Galactic Wars EX Soundtrack

Apr 2022

Released

Galactic Wars EX - Pilot's Emergency Manual

Apr 2022

Media

Details

Developer

Volcano Bytes

Publisher

JanduSoft

Achievements

Platform

Windows

Controller

full support

Steam Deck

Not rated

Players

Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · Local/Split Screen

Shoot 'Em Up Top-Down Shooter Aliens Local Co-Op Action Retro Arcade Adventure Shooter 2D Pixel Graphics Top-Down PvE Team-Based Vehicular Combat

About this game

PIXEL PERFECT CO-OP RETRO ARCADE SHMUP

A new arcade shoot em up developed in pure pixel art & chiptune music.
Inspired by shmups like Galaga, Gradius or R-Type, where classic and new
mechanics convive to create a really original and addictive title.

A game with a high replayability value. Through its little procedural systems,
enemies and scenarios seem to be alive and your games will never be the same.

A totally awesome combination of amazing retro classics, to create a complete
new arcade experience.

A NEW RETROGAMING EXPERIENCE FOR MODERN PCS

Features:

- 1 or 2 Players Co-op Pixel perfect gameplay
- Smooth 60FPS Classic Shmup action
- 3 different ships to fight against evil with different capabilities.
- late 80s / early 90s Arcade look & feel / Scanlines & CRT fx
- New Bosses, mini Bosses and more than 15 different new enemies
- More weapons & power ups
- Improved energy and ship's upgrade system
- Pixel art perfect action for Modern Pcs: Full HD & 4k displays
- Original Chip-tune arcade ingame music & Sound FX
- Bonus, Score Multipliers, Stats screen, perfect for competitive Co-op!
- Persistent Hi Score table
- Input controllers & Keyboard control compatible