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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : OS: Windows® 10 Processeur : Processor: Core™ i5 7300HQ 2.5GHz Mémoire vive : 16 MB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX 12 Espace disque : 8000 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : N/A

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Truxton Extreme

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Released July 30, 2026
sample: 78 reviews posted after launch (44 AI-classified)
89/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 95 % · 78 reviews (« Very Positive »)
Critics' score : 80/100 (Metacritic)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 96% positive vs 95% overall (80 recent reviews)
24,50€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Truxton Extreme has captivated players with its engaging gameplay and captivating audio, as evidenced by 35 positive mentions out of 39 for gameplay and 13 out of 13 for audio. The post-release reception is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% of reviews being positive. This action game has struck a chord with players, who praise its nostalgic value and enjoyable experience.

What it's about: Abattez des hordes d'extraterrestres avec le Power Shot, le Truxton Beam, le Thunder Laser et le Homing Shot, et pensez bien à respirer lorsque vous affronterez les boss gigantesques dans la lutte ultime pour l'humanité !

In-game

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« This is the right way to update a classic shooter. The Cygni devs can learn a thing or two from this banger of a shmup. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 32 h played31
« Ships of red, blue and green and now, a little over 30-somewad years later along side ships of purple and white, we can still hear those intergalactic boys and gals scream “we want Truxton, Truxton and even more truxton!” »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played1
« Masahiro Yuge tatsujin beams posers into deep space by making a good verti(ultra)zontal. Warning: Era-authentic stage design may be unpalatable to those with attention span issues. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 17 h played
« Superb. Game is very well thought out and very fun to play. Has plenty both for casual play and also hardened scorers. Even has low latency option for Nvidia users. The comics included are really great too. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 9 h played
« No complicated system & story, it is purely for fun. That's what used to be called Video Games »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« Truxton is back! Everything about this is great. Art, music, stages - it all nails the classic Truxton feel. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 3 h played1
« OMG...I love it. I've played like 5mins and can tell this is Truxton from my Mega drive youth. If you liked the orignal then I thnk this is for you. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 4 h played

In players' words

« This is the right way to update a classic shooter. The Cygni devs can learn a thing or two from this banger of a shmup. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 32 h played31
« No complicated system & story, it is purely for fun. That's what used to be called Video Games »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« Ships of red, blue and green and now, a little over 30-somewad years later along side ships of purple and white, we can still hear those intergalactic boys and gals scream “we want Truxton, Truxton and even more truxton!” »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played1
« Truxton is back! Everything about this is great. Art, music, stages - it all nails the classic Truxton feel. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 3 h played1
« Masahiro Yuge tatsujin beams posers into deep space by making a good verti(ultra)zontal. Warning: Era-authentic stage design may be unpalatable to those with attention span issues. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 17 h played
« OMG...I love it. I've played like 5mins and can tell this is Truxton from my Mega drive youth. If you liked the orignal then I thnk this is for you. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 4 h played
« Superb. Game is very well thought out and very fun to play. Has plenty both for casual play and also hardened scorers. Even has low latency option for Nvidia users. The comics included are really great too. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 9 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
90 % pos · n=39
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=24
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=13
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=4
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=4
Value for money
100 % pos · n=2
Interface / UX
100 % pos · n=2
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay393531
Graphics / art242400
Audio / music131300
Story / writing4400
Content / longevity4400
Value for money2200
Interface / UX2200
Performance1100

Positive reviews by playtime

<2h
87 % (n=15)
2-10h
95 % (n=37)
10-25h
100 % (n=23)
>25h
100 % (n=3)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 18 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 22,8 % of players.

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Strengths

  • Gameplay dominates the praise: 35 positive mentions out of 39
  • The audio is universally acclaimed: 13 positive mentions out of 13
  • Graphics are a strong point: 24 positive mentions out of 24
  • The game's nostalgic value is a major draw: 8 mentions of 'nostalgie' and 6 of 'classique'
  • Players find the game fun and challenging: 4 mentions of 'fun' and 4 of 'difficulté'

Weaknesses

  • There is limited criticism, but some players may find the game too short: 2 mentions of 'longueur'
  • The game's performance is barely mentioned, with only 1 positive review

Who is it for?

This game is ideal for fans of action games, particularly those who enjoy nostalgic experiences and challenging gameplay. Players looking for a fun, engaging experience with great audio and graphics will also appreciate Truxton Extreme.

Is Truxton Extreme worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 95% of 78 Steam reviews are positive (player score 89/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates the praise. Current price: 24,50€.

Verdict

Truxton Extreme has received a very positive reception, with 95% of reviews being positive. The game's engaging gameplay, captivating audio, and nostalgic value make it a must-play for fans of action games. With its strong points and limited weaknesses, Truxton Extreme is a great option for players looking for a fun and challenging experience.

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