Galaxy for Dummies

Galaxy for Dummies is a roguelike auto-battler set in a chaotic, cartoon-style sci-fi universe. As the least qualified commander in the galaxy, you recruit alien units, build teams and fight through absurd battles in an attempt to save the galaxy—or at least survive.

Build your team

You assemble a team of up to five alien units, each with unique abilities and personalities. Between battles, you spend space coins to buy, swap and upgrade units. Combining units can create special effects, such as chain lightning or summoning space slugs. Each run brings different shop rolls, enemy lineups and planetary hazards, and you can mix factions, skills and items to find powerful combinations.

Progress between battles

The game has 40 waves across four planets, each with its own enemies, environmental effects and final boss. You unlock new units and commanders permanently between runs, and can take on higher waves as you discover new synergies and builds. A run lasts about 20 to 40 minutes, depending on your skill and luck.

The galaxy

The cartoon sci-fi setting includes space-worm taverns, laser-powered toilets, aliens, cryptids, robots and other strange creatures. Boss fights pit your team against galaxy-sized threats with distinct mechanics. Hand-drawn visuals accompany an original soundtrack of comedic, space-themed music.