This New PC Game is Essentially Roguelike Star Fox

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It’s been quite some time since the last Star Fox game came out, with the last one being Star Fox 2, initially canceled for the Super Nintendo but finally released in 2017 as part of the SNES Classic Edition console. With eight years passing without a new Nintendo on-rail space shooter, independent developers have stepped up to create their own interpretations of this popular series. One example is the recent release Whisker Squadron: Survivor, a roguelike shooter that appears to be inspired by Fox McCloud and his crew of anthropomorphic characters.

Created by Flippfly, Whisker Squadron: Survivor combines on-rail shooter mechanics with roguelike game structure. In this title, players pick a ship and weapon of their choice before embarking on a mission to combat the robotic menace known as The Swarm. Every playthrough is unique, offering players the opportunity to repel the enemy, build relationships with crewmates, and uncover details about Whisker Squadron’s commander Gigi. By completing each run, players can unlock permanent ship enhancements and new weapons. The game offers three distinct acts featuring their respective boss battles, voice-acted dialogue, and customization options to tailor the gaming experience.

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Right now, you can purchase “Whisker Squadron: Survivor” on Steam for PC. Normally priced at $19.99, it’s currently offering a discounted price of $15.99 until February 28th. If you’re interested in getting this game at a lower cost, I recommend buying it soon. Additionally, there’s a Deluxe Edition available that includes the base game, soundtrack, and a Digital Extras pack which features a 24-page digital art book, print-your-own papercraft ship, and more. This Deluxe Edition is usually $27.87 but is currently selling for $22.29.

The game “Whisker Squadron: Survivor,” recently emerged from early access, has received a substantial update by its developers, Flippfly, in celebration of its 1.0 release. Below is a summary of the modifications for players who have previously experienced the game:

1. Improved visuals and enhanced graphics for an even more immersive gaming experience.
2. Enhanced AI behavior to create more challenging enemies and dynamic gameplay.
3. New levels and missions to explore, providing fresh content for veteran players.
4. Balancing adjustments to ensure a fair challenge across all difficulty settings.
5. User interface refinements for smoother navigation and interaction within the game.
6. Bug fixes and optimizations to address common issues and improve overall performance.
7. Addition of new customization options, allowing players to personalize their squadrons further.
8. Implementation of new rewards and achievements, encouraging players to push themselves further in pursuit of mastery.

Whisker Squadron: Sruvivor Major Update 1.0.0

FEATURES/CONTENT:

  • Voiced character dialog!
  • Lots of new story content.
  • New endgame featuring a new level and boss fight.
  • Added controller rumble support when you take damage.

CHANGES/IMPROVEMENTS:

  • Tight Boost Weapon Booster upgrades now increase damage amount with each level, instead of reducing required Tight Boosts.
  • Mission finished dialogs have more variety.
  • Defeating bosses triggers new dialogs for each character and boss type.
  • Tight Boost Damage Charger is extended if an additional Tight Boost happens while it’s active.

BUG FIXES:

  • Roll magnet works more reliably now, especially in Act 3.
  • Charaters no longer react as if Swarm are hitting them when they collide with the environment.
  • Fixed bug where characters would say dialog lines referring to cursed choices, even when they aren’t active.
  • Fixed weapon sounds playing forever if you were charging a weapon at the end of a level.
  • Fixed critical hit chance on Tight Boost Damage Charger.
  • Fixed some issues with character unlocking.
  • Fixed some issues with steam deck audio and headphones.
  • Fixed issue with roll magnet not working at times.
  • Added tooltips for mod icons on game over screen.
  • Fix for end game sequence not playing in some cases.
  • Fix for post
  • victory hangar dialogs not playing properly.
  • Fix for ? node rewards not applying to some weapons and missile drones.
  • Disable “reroll” button for a moment when upgrades screen pops up to make it harder to select accidentally.
  • Fix for “boost” controller trigger image not showing properly in tutorial.
  • Various UI fixes and improvements.
  • Fixes for VO/text mismatches.
  • Fix for lockup when pausing in the map screen.
  • Fixed bug where boss music continued into map screen.
  • Fix for endgame in final boss fight triggering improperly when one of the two bosses is destroyed.

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2025-02-22 20:41