The Next Penelope

About

The Next Penelope is a chaotic sci-fi racer where you upgrade a spaceship while dodging obstacles and blasting enemies. You collect and swap weapons mid-race but every shot drains energy forcing you to balance aggression with survival. The story follows a character searching for a missing lover across colorful alien worlds each with distinct challenges boss fights and power-ups that permanently boost your ship. Play solo or team up for cooperative runs through twisting tracks designed for speed and mayhem. The game stands out for its tight energy management system and varied planet designs. Community data shows 23 achievements with the rarest "LIGHSPEED" milestone cracked by just 1.80% of players. Available on PC Switch and Mac since 2015 it maintains a cult following for its fast-paced loops and permadeath-style risk rewards.