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Cargo Commander
Cargo CommanderScavenge, upgrade, and dominate the galaxy’s deadliest cargo sectors
Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet
Insanely Twisted Shadow PlanetExplore a mysterious 2‑D world, battle bizarre creatures, and upgrade your ship to save your home.
Overview
Description

In Cargo Commander you pilot a lone explorer through abandoned space containers, using a unique fistcannon to drill, create shortcuts, and uncover hidden loot. Compete against thousands of other commanders on sector leaderboards as you collect cargo to fund your return home. The game blends platforming, shooter action, and survival mechanics in a sci‑fi indie setting, offering deep equipment upgrades and a persistent leaderboard for bragging rights. Single‑player focused, it runs on Linux, PC, and Mac, delivering a challenging experience for T‑rated gamers.

In this Insanely Twisted 2‑D action‑adventure, players journey toward the center of the enigmatic Shadow Planet, solving complex puzzles and confronting surreal enemies. The game blends shooter combat with deep exploration, letting you upgrade your ship with alien technology as you fight to rescue your world. Featuring single‑player, multiplayer, and co‑operative modes, the experience offers rich sci‑fi and fantasy visuals across Linux, PC, Mac, and Xbox 360. With a PEGI 7/ESRB E rating, it’s accessible to a wide audience while delivering challenging gameplay and immersive storytelling.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Platformers
Action & Shooter
Best for
Fans of indie sci‑fi shooters
Fans of indie action‑adventure games
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Serious Brew
Fuelcell Games, Shadow Planet Productions, Gagne International
publisher
Digital Tribe, Missing Link Games
Microsoft Studios
age rating
ESRB T
PEGI 7, ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
72/100
76/100+6%
General
release date
2012-11-01
2011-08-03
msrp
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$19.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Procedurally generated levels keep gameplay fresh
  • Unique drilling mechanic adds strategic depth
  • Competitive leaderboards boost replay value
  • Cross‑platform support for Linux, PC, and Mac
  • Stunning hand‑crafted 2D art
  • Deep ship upgrade system
  • Robust co‑op and multiplayer options
  • Engaging blend of shooter and puzzle gameplay
Cons
  • Single‑player only limits social play
  • Graphics are modest, reflecting indie budget
  • Difficulty spikes can be steep for newcomers
  • Occasional performance dips on older hardware
  • Some puzzles can feel unintuitive
  • Limited replay variety after main story
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