Pixel Star

Pixel Star

Released May 2015

Endless arcade action takes a modern twist, creating a uniquely challenging open space shoot-em-up experience. From brutal bosses to black holes and beyond, countless hazards await discovery. How long can you survive?

83% positive · 117 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence

Where to buy

Steam $2.99
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Evaluation

Pixel Star launched on May 22, 2015 as a complete arcade shoot-em-up. Following launch, the developer shipped a handful of patches: a weapon balance and settings update on June 23, 2015, a Steam Controller support update on October 19, 2015, and a stability/compatibility fix on January 29, 2016. That January 2016 post is the last known communication from Soul Forge. There are no DLC listings, no announced expansions, no roadmaps, and no developer statements about future content. The store description presents the game as a finished product with no mention of planned additions. Given that the game launched as a self-contained arcade experience and the developer has been silent since January 29, 2016, this is best understood as a game that shipped complete and has concluded its post-launch maintenance cycle.
Evidence
Patch 1.3.6 — stability and compatibility fixes. Last known communication from the developer.
news post · Jan 29, 2016 source development ending
medium
Patch 1.3.5 added full Steam Controller support with analog input improvements.
news post · Oct 19, 2015 source development ongoing
low

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Soul Forge
Achievements
17
Platform
Windows
Controller
partial support
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player

About this game

Pixel Star embodies arcade philosophy; brutally challenging, fun and rewarding. With a focus on progressively intense fast-paced action, player freedom, and solid gameplay, Pixel Star reimagines the shoot-em-up genre. From black holes to space centipedes, nebula storms to stray satellites, there is always something new to discover.

Features:


  • Loads of power-ups and customization options
  • Unique, varied enemy AI
  • Merciless boss battles
  • Progressive difficulty and intensity
  • Open-space environment
  • Gorgeous particle effects
Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026
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