Xeno Crisis

Xeno Crisis is an arena shooter for solo play or local co-op with two players. You control battle-hardened marines sent to confront an alien menace at a devastated research outpost, find survivors and get home alive. As you fight through thousands of enemies, you explore the outpost and face the source of its destruction.

Explore Outpost 88

The outpost is divided into seven areas, which are randomly generated each time you play. The enemies have different traits and attack patterns: some can be shot down directly, while others require you to outflank them, strike during a particular window or avoid them. You must adapt your strategy as you progress.

Weapons and upgrades

You have an arsenal of 10 weapons, each with its own characteristics. The standard-issue pulse rifle can handle enemies, while other weapons can offer advantages in certain situations; special weapons provide a temporary edge. Ammunition is limited, so you need to manage it.

Enemies drop dog-tags, which you can exchange between areas for upgrades. Options include extra health, weapon power-ups and extra continues, letting you adjust your tactics to suit your play style. Each playthrough can call for different upgrade choices.

Modes and content

The game has two difficulty levels and three modes of play. You can play alone or team up with a friend in local co-op. It is a port of the crowdfunded Sega Mega Drive / Genesis game, with added extras, featuring pixel art by Henk Nieborg and an FM chiptune soundtrack by Savaged Regime, originally created for the YM2612.