Cell Wars
Cell Wars is a classic arcade shooter where your goal is to consume all enemy cells by shooting and eating them. Inspired by NES graphics, gameplay from arcade 80s cabinets, and early 2000s skill tree systems. Unlock abilities and skills to survive waves of regular, elite and boss cells.
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October 20, 2023
2 years and 286 days ago
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Positive14 reviews100.0%
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9 itemsAbout the Game
Cell Wars is a classic arcade shooter where your goal is to consume all enemy cells by shooting and eating them. Inspired by NES graphics, gameplay from arcade 80s cabinets, and early 2000s skill tree systems. Unlock abilities and skills to survive waves of regular, elite and boss cells.
Gameplay
Upgrade your cell by unlocking new skills in the tech tree.
Steal cells and consume your enemies to gain DNA and purchase upgrades.
Battle against sneaky AI systems. You will need to strategize to defeat synergetic enemies and beefy bosses.
Follow the tech tree branch to build unique cell abilities or branch off and create a custom style of play.
Mutations give you and your enemies abilities, so be careful with your choices.
Don't get cocky.
Features
7 enemy types with synergetic abilities and 7 elite equivalents.
28 unlockable skills with branching skill tree paths.
19 mutations that completely change the style of gameplay.
25 levels of increasing difficulty and endless looping gameplay.
3 bosses with unique and creative abilities.
Gameplay
Upgrade your cell by unlocking new skills in the tech tree.
Steal cells and consume your enemies to gain DNA and purchase upgrades.
Battle against sneaky AI systems. You will need to strategize to defeat synergetic enemies and beefy bosses.
Follow the tech tree branch to build unique cell abilities or branch off and create a custom style of play.
Mutations give you and your enemies abilities, so be careful with your choices.
Don't get cocky.
Features
7 enemy types with synergetic abilities and 7 elite equivalents.
28 unlockable skills with branching skill tree paths.
19 mutations that completely change the style of gameplay.
25 levels of increasing difficulty and endless looping gameplay.
3 bosses with unique and creative abilities.
