
HellStar Squadron
Embark on an adventure through space with the ferocious HELLSTAR SQUADRON. Dodge wave after wave of bullets, shoot the demons back to hell, and save the galaxy in this fresh, retro shoot 'em up/bullet hell experience!
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May 7, 2018
8 years and 88 days ago
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Positive26 reviews84.6%
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7 itemsAbout the Game

The year is 207X AD. The galactic government entity known as Paradise is
at threat from a terrifying, demonic rebellion! Join the HellStar Squadron
on this epic adventure as you dodge wave after wave of bullets, shoot the
demons back to hell, and save the galaxy in this fresh, retro-inspired arcade shoot 'em
up/bullet hell experience!
- Three playable characters/ships to commandeer!
- Eight cosmic stages to blast your way through!
- Big bosses with heaps of bullets and explosions!
- Retro arcade experience including CRT shader and TATE mode options!
- A jammin' chiptune soundtrack!
The galaxy needs you. The HellStar Squadron awaits.