VectorSmash!

VectorSmash is a fast-paced, retro-inspired arcade space shooter developed by Mindlitter Software, LLC. Pilot your artillery battery across a barren planet surface, defending against relentless waves of falling meteorites, out of control space junk, heat seekers, and even alien flying saucers! Dodge enemy fire, blast foes with precise shots, and use strategic warps to escape tight spots — all while building your score and surviving increasingly intense levels.

Key Highlights

Classic arcade action with modern polish — simple gameplay that feels straight out of the 2nd Generation of Consoles.

Intuitive controls: Arrow keys or joystick to move, Z (or Button 0) to fire, X (or Button 1) to warp.

Retro visuals & audio: Crisp, vibrant graphics paired with high-energy sound effects and music (sourced and edited from Creative Commons libraries on . A loving homage to the 2nd Generation of Consoles.

Progression & challenge: Earn points, gain extra lives, and advance through levels as the enemy onslaught grows fiercer and faster with every level you increase.

Custom (original) Engine written in C++ using the SDL to support a wide range of hardware

No bitmap graphics. Every object is drawn with code!