Starforge Pirate

Starforge Pirate is a game about piloting a pirate ship through hostile cosmic routes and fighting waves of enemies. Between waves, you choose whether to buy a weapon, take an upgrade, visit a spaceport or press onward with your current build. Runs are short and replayable, with choices that can turn a failing attempt around or leave your ship in pieces.

Weapons and upgrades

You begin with a basic kinetic weapon and can build your ship into a platform that clears the screen. Every few levels, the Gun & Upgrade Store lets you spend gold on guns, ship upgrades and choices that reshape your run. You can add Water, Fire and Ice weapons to your loadout; each element affects how you handle enemies and bosses.

Enemies and bosses

Enemy formations include marching swarms, spiraling helixes, dive-bombers and elite ships with their own attack patterns. Each level ends in a boss fight, and each boss puts more pressure on your build than the last. Survive past level 9 and you face the final Mythic boss.

Heat and movement

Weapons can overheat if you fire too aggressively, leaving you unable to shoot while enemies close in. You need to dodge, cool down, reposition and choose when to strike back. Better gear helps you survive longer, but stronger enemies continue to appear.

Replay and scores

Try different weapons, elements, upgrades and routes as you work toward stronger builds and higher scores. The game also has a leaderboard.