17-BIT

Galak-Z: The Dimensional

"Galak-Z is a modern, A.I. and physics-driven open-world action game, viewed through the lens of the classic 16-bit space shooter. It’s 2D combat taken to the next level. Players will take control of a variety of classic spacecraft inspired by anime of the late 70’s and early 80’s, piloted by a cast of characters every bit as colorful as the rainbow-hued explosions erupting all around them. Newtonian physics take center stage as players experience finely-tuned control, blasting enemies, unleashing missile salvos, and tossing enemies into explosive obstacles. The bar is raised for intense deep-space dogfighting with dynamic and life-like enemies, powered by the next generation Cyntient AI platform, developed by Cyntient Inc. Players will be forced to outmaneuver, outgun and outsmart enemies that think, react and cooperate like seasoned pilots. Both stealth and skill are required to defeat enemy squads in a brutal game of cat and mouse. Prepare for an enemy that comes alive like never before." The game was later re-branded as Galak-Z: The Void with the released of a free DLC update for the game.

Released: 4 August 2015
Developer: 17-BIT
Publisher: 17-BIT
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
Age rating: PEGI 12 · ESRB E10+
Controller: Full controller support
Metacritic: 78/100
Steam recommendations: 249
Platforms: PlayStation 4 · Linux · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Mac
Genres: Shooter · Simulator · Strategy · Indie · Arcade
Also known as: GALAK-Z
Estimated owners: 200,000–500,000 (est.)