Project Neon

About

Project Neon is a vertical shoot 'em up designed for Neo Geo AES and MVS platforms, releasing November 4, 2024. Play alone or with a partner as you pilot through waves of enemies across four planets, each protecting a shield that blocks Mars' reclusive genius. The game mixes traditional shmup mechanics with fresh twists like shield-based level objectives and co-op synergy attacks. Retro 16-bit visuals pair with modern touches in weapon systems and enemy patterns. The game’s challenge lies in its precise shooting and timing, with bosses that require adaptive strategies. Its story-driven levels escalate tension as you dismantle defenses without harming the target. Early builds show strong difficulty curves and boss designs reminiscent of 90s arcade staples. Co-op play adds replayability, balancing retro charm with updated mechanics for a test of skill that feels both nostalgic and freshly punishing.

Storyline

In the desolate future of 2042, Earth teeters on the brink of ecological collapse due to relentless climate change. The only hope lies with a visionary who abandoned Earth to start anew on Mars, disgusted by humanity‘s negativity and the financial betrayal of his ventures. "Project Neon“ is your top-secret mission to navigate the treacherous cosmos and bring this recluse back from his Martian stronghold, without harming him, to salvage our dying planet. He has fortified Mars with an impenetrable shield, anchored by defenses on four neighboring planets. Each planet is guarded by fierce enemies and daunting bosses, integral to maintaining the shield. Your task: dismantle this interplanetary defense, planet by planet, in a high-stakes shoot ‘em up adventure. Featuring intense 16-bit action that harks back to the glory days of Japanese arcade shooters, „Project Neon“ promises a thrilling challenge. Are you ready to face the ultimate shooter challenge and save Earth?