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2014PC22 % positive

A neon 2D arcade shooter where you pilot a spaceship built from boxes and weapons. Your weapons react to the background music, and each run lasts as long as the current track.

  • Strong soundtrack
  • Runs that play out differently every time
  • Shooting and gunplay
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
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Asteroids: Recharged

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2021PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck verified82 % positive8.99 €

Brings what grabs you about BoxesWithGuns: a strong soundtrack, good gunplay and combat with precise timing.

A modernized take on the arcade classic: pilot a ship, dodge and blast asteroids, chase high scores and tackle challenge levels with new abilities, neon visuals and a fresh soundtrack.

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