Xenocider

About

Xenocider is a retro-style on-rails shooter developed by Retro Sumus and released in 2021. Playing on the Dreamcast, it offers a straightforward single-player campaign where you blast through waves of alien enemies from a fixed perspective. The controls are tight and responsive, with an emphasis on quick reflexes and pattern memorization. The game sticks to classic shooter tropes with minimal frills, focusing on fast-paced action and repetitive enemy formations. The game stands out for its no-nonsense approach to a genre that often leans on nostalgia. While it doesn't reinvent the wheel, Xenocider executes its formula with precision, appealing to fans of arcade-style shooting. Its 2021 release date might surprise some, showing that the Dreamcast still has a place for new homebrew titles. With a runtime of around three hours and a lack of multiplayer, it's a brief but competent throwback to 90s shooter design.