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Takotan - 星のタコ

The world has been taken over by an alien invasion. On the eve of destruction, humanity called out for their last hope. Takotan we need your help!

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Developer
Joseph Calabro
Publisher
Vampixel Games
Release
May 15, 2019
7 years and 80 days ago
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About the Game

The world has been taken over by an alien invasion. On the eve of destruction, humanity calls out for help! Takotan we need your help!

Takotan is a retro shoot’em up inspired by 16-bit classics. Save the world from alien invasion by shooting and dodging your way through 8 action-packed levels with sinister bosses! Collect a variety of power-ups including lasers, bowling balls and ninja stars to take down enemies and defend the planet.

Features:

  • Play in Normal Mode with 1000 HP and 3 lives, letting you recover when close to death if you don’t take another hit too quickly.
  • Test your skills in Panic Mode with only a shield power-up and no HP, allowing only 2 hits before you’re cooked!
  • Design your own challenge with Custom Mode to set max HP, lives, weapon, starting level and more.
  • Enjoy a more casual experience in Assist Mode, cutting all damage in half.
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