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Nex Machina is a fast-paced retro arcade shooter developed by Housemarque. It faithfully recreates the feel of classic vector graphics games like Asteroids and Raiden. The game’s intense action and challenging difficulty make it appealing to experienced shoot ‘em up fans seeking a nostalgic experience. Players control multiple ships simultaneously, battling waves of enemies in visually striking environments.
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Nex Machina ranks #370 of 3540 in the Video Game ranking, behind The Legend of Zelda, ahead of Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep.
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Who developed Nex Machina?
Nex Machina was developed by Housemarque, the Finnish studio famous for creating arcade-style shoot 'em ups like Resogun and Super Stardust. It was released in 2017 and marked a return to their pure arcade roots.
Did Eugene Jarvis work on Nex Machina?
Yes, Housemarque collaborated directly with Eugene Jarvis, the legendary arcade game designer who created the 1980s classics Robotron: 2084 and Smash TV. This collaboration heavily influenced the twin-stick shooter design of Nex Machina.
What is the goal of Nex Machina's gameplay?
The game tasks players with fighting through increasingly difficult, twin-stick arena shooter levels to defeat robots and save humanity. A core mechanic involves rescuing humans hidden within the levels, which grants the player powerful upgrades and score bonuses.
What platforms can I play Nex Machina on?
Nex Machina was released for Microsoft Windows on Steam and the PlayStation 4 in 2017. Housemarque has stated that they are interested in making a sequel, though as of the mid-2020s nothing has been officially released.
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