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Games Like Hangeki

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Shoot 'Em Up, Bullet Hell, Indie.

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Hangeki is an arcade style shooter that emphasizes the use of over 50 spectacular weapons. Formulate new strategies and take on the alien invasion in this reimagining of the classic shoot em up.

Reviews: Positive — 88% — of 40 reviews
Released: 2014-08-11
Developer: Pentavera
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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