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92%1k92% positive reviews, Very Positive across 1k reviews·Pixel Graphics · Shoot 'Em Up
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ThrustLander is an action cave-flyer with modern graphics, classic gameplay, challenging levels and beautiful visuals. Battle through over 250 levels and 3 game modes including a retro mode!
ThrustLander is a cave-flyer with modern graphics and a range of different gameplay modes (from speed run to destroy everything) set in beautiful claustrophobic environments. As players progress they can upgrade their ship to overcome challenges. With over 250 levels (and 4 difficulty settings) there is something for everyone.
Learn to control the ThrustLander ship in progressively more challenging levels and game modes.

Play retro levels complete with retro music on a simulated 4:3 CRT monitor.

Play race missions with no enemies racing ghost ships through caves and trying not to crash.

Plan strategies of attack when faced with difficult enemies or environmental obstacles.

As you play, you earn credits. Use these to buy and upgrade weapons, ship upgrades, attack drones and secondary systems!

Earn XP as you complete missions to unlock levels and upgrades!

As you play the game you unlock groups of levels meaning you will never get stuck behind a tricky level. Features
Graphics Modern DX11 graphics with realtime lighting effects and highly detailed environments.
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