Jetboard Joust

Jetboard Joust is an arcade-style shooter in which you fight aliens who abduct civilians and turn them into mutants. You pilot a jetboard through fast-paced battles, using an arsenal of weapons to defeat enemies and bosses across five planets. The game combines the intensity of 1980s arcade shoot-'em-ups with replayability and tactical elements associated with roguelikes; it has no story.

Jetboard combat

You can leap from your jetboard to gain temporary invincibility and smash enemies. You can also destroy much of what lies in your path. Battles demand quick movement and evasive manoeuvres.

Enemies and weapons

The game features over 50 enemy types. They use the game's weapons as well as their own special attacks, and some pay tribute to classic arcade games.

There are over 30 weapons, each with distinct advantages and an upgrade path. Each playthrough offers a different selection, so you must learn to use them all. Weapons include the shotgun for close-range damage, the cluster bomb, the flame tornado and the lightning bolt.

Planets and upgrades

Choose your route through battlegrounds on five planets, where you can find hidden treasure, upgrades and new weapons. Your route can change according to your playstyle, the weapons you unlock and the treasure you find. Fallen enemies drop cash, which you can spend upgrading your jetboard and jetsuit or improving your weapons.

Boss battles

Face huge bosses in multi-stage battles, then take their attacks for your own use. Defeating them tests your weapon handling and evasive manoeuvring.