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Take control and annihilate every invading enemy and stronghold! < STRECT > is a score-attack vertical shmup supporting 1-2 players. Featuring pure mechanics that emphasize destruction and dodging, satisfying explosion effects, and deep hidden secrets, the fight awaits you.
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Pilot your ship, the "Shapestra," and swiftly annihilate all invading enemies and their bases on the fortress asteroids! < STRECT > is a vertical scrolling shooter that supports 1-2 players.
Destroy enemies quickly. Dodge bullets. It's a simple game at its core. However, you can earn higher scores through specific actions, like uncovering hidden ground enemies or safely transporting volatile bombs to the goal. Keep chasing that high score and climb the leaderboards!
This game is recommended for players who:
Want to destroy everything with high firepower—from small fry and massive battleships to ground bases.
Love dodging bullet patterns, whether they're fast, dense, or both.
Enjoy discovering tons of hidden secrets.
Want a pure shooting experience without being bogged down by complex multipliers or scoring traps.
Are looking for an entry point into 2DSTG or want to dive deep into a serious challenge.
◆Multiple Game Modes◆
Arcade Mode
Mission Mode (with lessons)
5-Minute Score Attack Mode
Internet Ranking Mode
Loop Attack Mode
Classic Mode
Conquer a variety of diverse and challenging stages.
◆Diverse Difficulty Levels◆
CASUAL: Shields recover regardless of equipment. No difficulty scaling based on score.
NORMAL: Standard difficulty. Difficulty scales based on your score.
HARDER: Challenging. Score-based difficulty scaling rate is doubled, with more intense attacks.
VERTEX: For experts. Maximum difficulty regardless of score, with overwhelming enemy attacks.
◆Robust Configuration◆
Independent screen rotation and V-Sync settings.
Adjust score log display and bullet visibility.
Full keyboard and controller remapping (binding) and vibration settings.
...and more!
