Overview
Hollow Orbit plunges players into the decaying husk of a generation ship, tasking them with a perilous mission: to scavenge valuable 'cores' and escape before a terrifying entity, known only as the BLACKOUT, awakens. This top-down extraction roguelite blends intense twin-stick shooter action with the high-stakes tension of roguelite progression. Each run presents a procedurally generated environment, ensuring no two expeditions are quite the same. The core gameplay loop revolves around daring raids into the ship's depths, collecting resources, and making a timely extraction. However, the ship's power cycles, plunging it into darkness where the BLACKOUT hunts by scent, adding a crucial survival element to the frantic combat.
Highlights
- Genre Blend: Combines the fast-paced action of a twin-stick shooter and bullet hell with the persistent progression and procedural generation of a roguelite, all within an extraction shooter framework.
- Unique Setting: Explores a derelict generation ship where environmental hazards and a relentless, scent-hunting enemy create a palpable sense of dread.
- Dynamic Power System: The ship's power levels fluctuate, creating distinct gameplay phases from well-lit scavenging to pitch-black evasion and combat against the BLACKOUT.
Who It's For
Hollow Orbit is designed for players who enjoy challenging roguelikes and roguelites, appreciate the tactical depth of extraction shooters, and thrive in the high-octane chaos of bullet hell and twin-stick shooters. Fans of atmospheric sci-fi horror and games that demand quick reflexes and strategic decision-making under pressure will find a lot to love here.
Game Info
Developed and published by Dead Battery Games, Hollow Orbit offers a compelling multiplayer experience with Steam Achievements. It was released on July 14, 2026, and features English language support. The game's core mechanics revolve around looting, shooting, and escaping procedurally generated environments, with a unique emphasis on managing light and avoiding a terrifying, scent-based predator.





