Verzeus

Verzeus is a horizontal shooter in which you pilot a customizable ship through stages inspired by classic shoot ’em ups. Dodge and destroy enemies, collect power-ups and adjust your weapons to suit each situation. It is the fourth game in the Game Buddy series, recreating the look and sound of late-1980s handheld games.

Customize your ship

You can enhance your ship’s firepower and change its shot types. Three variable weapons and other power-ups let you adapt your attacks, while add-on orbs can each be equipped with different weapons to create new fighting styles.

• Speed: increase or reduce your ship’s movement speed; choosing the right speed for each situation can help you succeed.
• Missiles: fire falling bombs at level 1, two diagonal missile streams at level 2, or homing missiles at level 3.
• Laser: use a high-damage precise laser at level 1, a helix blast at level 2, or a forward shock-wave at level 3.
• Barrier: temporarily protect your ship and add-ons with a shield.
• Vulcan Shot: change the firing angle of your starting shot, including firing straight up or down.

Game modes

Verzeus has three modes: Normal, Practice and Boss Battle. You can also adjust the difficulty.

Retro presentation

The game uses 8-bit sprites and sounds styled after early handheld gaming, along with action-focused chiptune music.