Takotan - Star Octopus: Retro Shoot 'Em Up Action

9/4/2026, 6:20:02 AM

Release date: 5/15/2019

Tags: #indie #action #adventure #shoot-'em-up #arcade #shooter

User Reviews

Score: 100%6 user reviews
Review Count: 6 reviews
Fetched At: 9/4/2026, 6:20:02 AM

Reference prices

Japan

¥ 720 (JPY)

Steam JP

$6.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 720
Global Price: $6.99
Price in Your Region: ¥ 720Prices as Steam lists them per country. What you are actually charged depends on your Steam account settings.Regional prices checked: 4 Sept 2026
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 9/4/2026, 6:15:38 AM

Key highlight

Blast through an alien invasion in Takotan - 星のタコ, a retro 16-bit inspired shoot 'em up. Collect power-ups and battle sinister bosses across 8 action-packed levels. Features Normal and Panic modes.

Who this is for

A true retro shooter experience, bringing the heat of the 16-bit era back to life!

Details

Overview

Prepare for an interstellar battle in Takotan - 星のタコ, a retro-inspired shoot 'em up developed by Joseph Calabro and published by Vampixel Games. The world is on the brink of destruction, facing an alien invasion, and humanity's last hope rests on your shoulders. Take control of Takotan and blast your way through hordes of extraterrestrial foes across eight action-packed levels. This title channels the spirit of 16-bit classics, offering a nostalgic yet challenging arcade experience.

Highlights

Retro Shoot 'Em Up Action: Immerse yourself in a classic arcade shooter experience reminiscent of 16-bit era games, featuring intense combat and vibrant visuals.
Diverse Power-Ups: Arm yourself with an arsenal of unique power-ups, including lasers, bowling balls, and ninja stars, to decimate enemy forces and protect the planet.
Challenging Game Modes: Test your mettle in Normal Mode with ample health and lives, or face the ultimate test in Panic Mode, where survival is paramount with limited defenses.

Who It's For

Takotan - 星のタコ is perfect for players who crave classic arcade action and enjoy the thrill of shoot 'em up gameplay. Fans of retro gaming, challenging boss battles, and games that offer both nostalgic charm and engaging mechanics will find a lot to love here.Check the review panel on this page or the Steam listing for the latest user review trend.

Game Info

Developed by Joseph Calabro and published by Vampixel Games, Takotan - 星のタコ was released on May 15, 2019. It supports multiplayer functionality and features Steam Achievements. The game is available for purchase and supports controller input. Languages supported include English.