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Thrusta X

Thrusta X is a 2D retro-style shoot'em-up where the goal is to convey an experience rather than acquiring a high score or the best upgrades. Story, puzzle, and battle elements are combined into one flowing adventure. Every level throws something new at the player.

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herd of pixels
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herd of pixels
Release
June 6, 2023
3 years and 57 days ago
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About the Game

Thrusta X is a 2D retro-style shoot'em-up where the goal is to convey an experience rather than acquiring a high score or the best upgrades.
It isn't only about flying from left to right and blasting enemies. Stages throw a variety of surprises at you.
Story, puzzle, and battle elements are combined into one flowing adventure.

The late Professor designed & built a craft to free the world of tyranny.
It is left to you & your faithful robot guide to undo the Darklord’s corruption of the world one mission at a time.
The souls of the Golden Lords must be freed.

Varied environments & evolving storyline.
Shoot to kill, shoot to solve puzzles.

2D, pixel-art-based graphics and full hi-def soundtrack.
60 FPS for fast and responsive gameplay.
Two difficulty levels.
Simple controls but varied play modes keep things interesting.
Eleven lands & 55 levels.
Xbox (or Xbox compatible) controller recommended.
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