Prepare for a dose of pure, unadulterated retro arcade action with Tiny Pixels Vol. 1 - Ninpo Blast.

This vertical shoot 'em up throws you onto a hoverbike, armed with ninja prowess and a desire to survive against hordes of mythical insectoid enemies. The core gameplay loop is built around intense bullet-hell combat, where mastering your arsenal is key.

You'll need to strategically switch between spread and focus shot types to overcome diverse enemy formations and challenging boss encounters.

Progression in Ninpo Blast is designed to keep you coming back for more. Each run offers randomized stage elements and uniquely themed levels, ensuring no two playthroughs are exactly alike.

This roguelite structure is complemented by a persistent upgrade system. Collect coins scattered throughout the levels to permanently enhance your weapons, making you stronger with every attempt.

With four distinct hoverbikes to unlock and unlockable weapon upgrades, you'll have plenty of ways to customize your approach and stack the odds in your favor. The game also features original background music for each stage and online leaderboards to test your mettle against players worldwide.

Overview

Tiny Pixels Vol. 1 - Ninpo Blast is a retro-inspired vertical shoot 'em up developed and published by Eastasiasoft Limited. Players pilot a hoverbike, engaging in fast-paced bullet-hell combat against swarms of insect-like enemies. The game emphasizes strategic weapon switching, permanent upgrades, and randomized level elements for high replayability.

Highlights

  • Experience classic vertical shoot 'em up gameplay with a ninja twist.
  • Features a roguelite structure with randomized stages and permanent weapon upgrades.
  • Unlockable hoverbikes and online leaderboards add depth and competitive play.

Who It's For

Fans of classic arcade shooters, bullet hell games, and roguelites will find a lot to love here. If you enjoy pixel art aesthetics, challenging gameplay that rewards persistence, and a sense of progression through upgrades, Ninpo Blast is worth checking out.

Game Info

  • Developer: Eastasiasoft Limited
  • Publisher: Eastasiasoft Limited
  • Genre: Action, Indie, Shooter
  • Release Date: August 14, 2024
  • Features: Single-player, Full controller support, Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud.