VERZEUS artwork$5.9986%7 user reviews

VERZEUS

Blast and weave your way through enemy fire while managing a wide variety of ship power-ups in this retro style horizontal shoot-'em-up!

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Game Overview

Use your highly mod-able ship to progress through classic shmup inspired horizontal stages collecting power-ups and obliterating enemies. Battle through the normal mode, or ramp up the difficulty and challenge yourself with boss battles in this retro shooter where customization is king!

The fourth game of the Game Buddy series, this game faithfully recreates the look, sounds, and feel of classic late 80's handheld games in a way that's like experiencing an alternate timeline of gaming history.

Gameplay

Dodge enemies and destroy them with 3 variable weapons and other power-ups. Gradually enhance your ship's firepower and change its shot types to match each situation for maximum combat efficiency! Combine different weapons to each of your add-on orbs to find unique new fun fighting styles that fit your play-style.

Speed Grab this to speed up, or slowdown the movement of your ship. Each situation may benefit from fast or slow speeds, so strategic choice can be the key to victory!

Missiles Shoot falling bombs at level 1, two diagonal missile streams at level 2, or homing missiles at level 3!

Laser Precise high damage laser at level 1, helix blast at level 2, and powerful forward shock-wave at level 3!

Barrier Cover your ship/add-ons in a protective shield that temporarily protects you from damage.

Vulcan Shot Pick this to change the firing angle of your starting shot. Can even shoot straight up and down!

Game Features

Authentic feeling handheld game style horizontal shmup game-play with a fun variable item system. 3 game modes including normal, practice and boss battle mode. Adjustable difficulty levels 8-bit sprites and sounds that faithfully emulates the early era of handheld gaming. A variety of action enhancing and nostalgic chiptune music.

How to access the menu

To access the game menu and manual, press select button on gamepad or shift key on keyboard.

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