Boiling Bolt

About

Boiling Bolt is a fast paced shooter that lets you tweak time to pull off flashy attacks. Play as June, a character with abilities that let you slow down moments to chain together combos. The game switches between solo runs and co op teamwork as you take on waves of enemies. Simple controls let you focus on shooting and dodging while the game throws increasingly chaotic scenarios your way. The game's standout feature is its time manipulation mechanic which adds depth to combat without over complicating things. Players can go it alone or team up with a friend for local co op. The colorful 3D visuals pop during intense firefights though the 2017 release shows some age compared to modern indie shooters. Still the mix of arcade style action and flexible playstyles keeps things engaging for shorter sessions.