Nuclear Throne

Humanity is extinct, and mutants and monsters roam the wasteland. Play as a mutant fighting through dangerous stages in pursuit of the Nuclear Throne.

Each run centers on shooting and dodging through enemy-filled areas, collecting weapons, and clearing foes to move onward. Combat is fast and unforgiving, so a run can end quickly.

Collect radiation to level up and choose mutations that grant abilities. Characters have distinct skills, and repeated runs offer new challenges, unlocks, and the option to continue past the throne in a loop.

Reviewers often enjoy the rapid, intense runs, responsive shooting, varied weapons, and characters with different abilities. Many describe the challenge as a reason to keep trying, helped by quick restarts and the satisfaction of improving. The soundtrack and sound design also receive recurring praise. Some reviewers find the lethal damage and occasional sudden deaths unfair, while others note that character builds and mutations offer limited depth.