Z-Exemplar

Release Date: 2016-11-25

Developer: Suminell Studios

Genres: Action, Indie

Price: 2.89

Z-Exemplar is a side-scrolling shooter in the tradition of R-Type Gradius Nemesis and other classic arcade games from the past. Borrowing its aesthetic from the computers of yesteryear (specifically the Sinclair ZX Spectrum) Z-Exemplar combines bright bold 8-bit pixel art with frantic action and an epic mission to conquer a galaxy of almost 1000 planets.The BackgroundZ-Exemplar was conceived as a love letter to the ZX Spectrum. Proudly retro the game embraces the limitations of its 8-bit inspiration to deliver a fast-action guns-toting laser-blasting quest with intuitive gameplay and long-lasting appeal. But its not just nostalgia for its own sake.There is something hugely appealing in the 8-bit aesthetic something that can be absent in photo-realism. There is space for interpretation for imagination and a vague assemblage of pixels can evoke in players a different emotion from that engendered by more detailed distinct images. With the added vibrancy of the ZX Spectrums colour palette this pixellated aesthetic gives Z-Exemplars visuals a unique and distinctive feel. On its surface Z-Exemplars gameplay appears simple - shoot anything that moves and collect the booty they leave behind - but the over-arching goal of the game is anything but. You are tasked with conquering all 960 planets that make up a hostile galaxy with each planets defenses uniquely configured. As you explore the outer reaches of the galaxy the defenses become stronger and enemies more lethal and numerous. There is abundant challenge in Z-Exemplar challenge that grows with your experience.To turn the battle in your favour you can access an arsenal of over 20 upgradeable weapons that transform your basic fighter craft into a devastating war machine - selecting the right loadout for each planetary battle is essential.Features 960 Unique planetary battlegrounds 10 Planet themes 21 Awesome Weapon loadouts 16+ Hours of gameplay A galaxy full of secrets Conquest leaderboard - wholl be first to take over the entire galaxy? Hundreds of enemy types Huge end-of-level guardians Authentic 8-bit pixel art style and audio