When the Stars Threw Down Their Spears

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When the Stars Threw Down Their Spears is a story-rich, retro space shooter inspired by DOS-era space games like Star Control, Solar Winds, and Lightspeed. Blast your way through fast-paced arcade combat; build out modular, upgradable ships; and explore a galaxy torn by war.

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LinuxPC (Microsoft Windows)
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Genres

ShooterAdventureIndie

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ActionScience fiction

Game modes

Single player

Player perspective

Bird view / Isometric

Keywords

space simulationexplorationretro2dspaceaction-adventurepixel artstory richsteam cloudcontroller supportadjustable difficultyaccessibility optionsstereo soundkeyboard only optioncamera comfortnextfest june 2026
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Release · PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Worldwide — Q1 2027

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