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Choo Choo Boom Boom

Fight through two thrilling phases of an epic boss fight as the gunner of a repurposed air train, built to take on an alien entity known only as The Hand. Blast through 10 unique encounters with your trusty set of cannons, and rack up a high score to compete with your friends!

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In Scope Studio
Publisher
Champlain College
Release
May 1, 2026
93 days ago
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About the Game

Welcome to Operation Choo Choo Boom Boom, Rookie!

Our island city is home to millions of people, and it's our job to protect it from the menacing alien figure, The Hand.

Alongside conductor Marco and engineer Jessi, You're role in this scraped-together military operation is to take on the role of the gunner. In this (very literal) on-rails shooter, you'll ride head-first into battle with three guns and one goal: Save the city we call home!

Give it your best, and stop at nothing until your home is safe from this otherworldly creature!

Features:

- TRAINS! Our city has infrastructure supporting a rollercoaster of a train track, allowing you to explore the highs and lows of the city. Follow where it leads you, or switch tracks to an alternative route! Both options have their pros and cons; switch it up and see what route leads you to victory.

- GUNS!! You can switch between three different guns to shoot with. The light cannon offers a high rate of fire, but lower damage. the heavy cannon does more damage and can break stronger attacks from The Hand, at the cost of a slower rate of fire. Lastly, the BFRG (a very, very big rail gun) will clear all projectiles and do massive damage! This gun charges up as you do damage with your other guns, and can only be used in certain situations. Keep it charged and save it for life-or-death moments against The Hand!

- HIGH SCORES!!! Compete against your friends and random strangers on the internet, to get the highest possible score! Gain points for shooting The Hand, projectiles and attacks, objects all around the city. Build your combo multiplier by landing successful shots without taking damage. Try finding the tracks that give you the most points, and get good at shooting those rings out of the sky!

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