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Heavy Bullets
Heavy BulletsStylish revolver, six plump bullets, neon corridors—strategic shooter for indie fans.
Nuclear Throne
Nuclear ThroneFast‑paced roguelike shooter where mutants battle for the ultimate weapon.
Overview
Description

Armed with a simple yet stylish revolver and six devastatingly plump bullets, you must reset the security mainframe to restore order in a neon‑lit sci‑fi world. The game rewards careful movement, smart bullet usage, and clever interaction with items and the environment. Rushing into new areas is the fastest way to get killed, so players must think tactically as they navigate the untamed wild of the neon corridors, blending action, humor, and puzzle‑like challenges in a single‑player experience.

Nuclear Throne is an action roguelike by Vlambeer that pits twelve mutant heroes against a hostile, post‑apocalyptic wasteland. Players mutate on the fly, collect powerful guns, and fight through procedurally generated levels to claim the mysterious super‑weapon. The game supports single‑player, multiplayer and co‑operative modes across PC, consoles and Switch, offering relentless twin‑stick combat, endless replayability and a gritty sci‑fi aesthetic.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Action & Shooter
Roguelike / Roguelite
Best for
Fans of tactical indie shooters
Hardcore roguelike and twin‑stick shooter fans
Specifications
General
msrp
$14.99
$14.99
release date
2014-09-18
2015-12-05
Specifications
developer
Terri Vellmann
Vlambeer
publisher
Devolver Digital
Vlambeer
age rating
ESRB T
ESRB E10+, PEGI 7
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
80/100
84/100+5%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep tactical depth despite simple controls
  • Distinct neon sci‑fi aesthetic
  • Humorous writing adds personality
  • Short playtime encourages multiple replays
  • Highly replayable with endless procedural content
  • Deep mutation and weapon customization systems
  • Responsive twin‑stick controls
  • Robust co‑op options for up to four players
Cons
  • Limited ammo can frustrate less patient players
  • No multiplayer or co‑op modes
  • Linear level design may feel repetitive after several runs
  • Steep learning curve can be intimidating for newcomers
  • Permadeath may frustrate casual players
  • Limited narrative depth beyond the core premise
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