The space shooter genre continues to evolve with the release of Arcadium: Space Odyssey, now available on iOS via TestFlight and Android in early access. This top-down space shooter invites players to zap their way through opponents and even fly daringly close to the sun.
Drawing clear inspiration from the popular Vampire Survivors, Arcadium brings its own unique flavor to the genre. Players pilot simple, Space Invaders-style ships through a barrage of enemies, weaving and blasting to survive. But the game doesn't stop there. The beautifully rendered pixel planets in the background aren't just for show; venturing close to them allows players to harvest resources, which can be used to further upgrade and customize their ships in numerous ways.
Space is the place - Arcadium leverages its cosmic setting to offer more than just a visually appealing backdrop. Players can explore and navigate the vast astral void, encountering various unnatural objects and even daring to dive near a burning sun. These explorations can turn the environment to your advantage or lead to your demise, adding layers of strategic depth to the gameplay.
For those curious about practical features, Arcadium supports both landscape and portrait modes, ensuring flexibility in how you play. The game also promises a high level of replayability, appealing to those seeking a fresh, space-themed take on the Survivors formula.
While Vampire Survivors has been a significant influence on recent game releases, the bullet heaven genre is rich with variety. If you're interested in exploring more games in this vein, be sure to check out our list of the top 7 games like Vampire Survivors.
