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Pilot a flying saucer across an infected alien world, unlocking tools to solve environmental puzzles and battle its creatures.
Released 17 Apr 2012
Pilot a Flying Saucer
Upgrade Your Saucer
Solve Alien-World Puzzles
In this Insanely Twisted, 2-D action-adventure game, explore unique environments and battle bizarre creatures.
Developed by Shadow Planet Productions · Published by Xbox Game Studios









You pilot an alien flying saucer on a journey to find the source of a spreading darkness that threatens the planet and your home world.
Explore connected regions, steer through hazardous environments, and encounter strange creatures. The saucer’s tools serve both as weapons and as ways to interact with obstacles.
Collect alien technology to expand your abilities and reach previously inaccessible areas. Use those tools to solve environmental puzzles and face distinct bosses; multiplayer modes are also available.
Players who enjoy the game often point to its distinctive shadowy art, the fresh feel of exploring in a flying saucer, and the mix of puzzles and ability-based exploration. Some appreciate that the campaign is a compact experience, while others wish it were longer or find precise controls and certain ability uses frustrating.


| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
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| Achievements | 17 |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| DRM / EULA |
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| Metacritic | 76/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |
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