Assemble Entertainment, publishing partner WhisperGames, and Brazilian film company Fehorama Filmes, and developer Loomiarts have announced the launch of the 1950s sci-fi-inspired shoot-‘em-up, Squad 51 vs. The Flying Saucers on PC and consoles this autumn.
The game will be available on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. Watch the game’s trailer below:
Join Lieutenant Kaya in Squad 51 to face unrelenting hostile alien aircraft, martian fighters, and monsters in fast-paced shoot-‘em-up action all recreated in glorious black and white visuals of the 1950s along with live-action FMV sequences.
Promising a bright new future in return for a partnership, the VEGA Corporation has now shown its dark side, led by the hideous Director Zarog, imposing its predatory politics on the human race. In the midst of this oppression, the rebel group Squad 51 rises as a response against the violent acts committed by these vile beings.
Key Features:
- SHMUP Yeah!:Enjoy classic shoot-’em-up gameplay with four unique aircraft that can be customized with special weapons
- Cinematic Experience: Marvelous black-and-white aesthetics, live-action FMV sequences, and dubbed voices will tell the story of the battle between Squad 51and Director Zarog’s alien fleet
- 11 Ways to Save the World:Fight against enemy ships and bosses in 11 different environments – snowy mountains, forests, cityscapes, and more
- Rookie Pilots Supported:Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran flying ace, Squad 51 vs. The Flying Saucers supports dynamic difficulty that allows every pilot to enjoy the alien extermination
- Ducks Fly Together!: Fighting an alien horde is more fun with a squadmate! A second player can enter a level at any time — earn points with a co-op player and unlock together new special weapons and upgrades
If you are interested in the game, you can play the game’s demo on PC via Steam, where it features English voiceovers, a local co-op mode, and never-before-seen levels, bosses, and gadgets for your spaceship to defend Earth from a merciless alien invasion.
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