The space shooter genre continues to evolve, and the latest addition, Arcadium: Space Odyssey, is now available on iOS through TestFlight and in early access on Android. This top-down space shooter offers an exhilarating experience where you can zap your way through opponents and even fly dangerously close to the sun—literally.

Drawing inspiration from the modern classic Vampire Survivors, Arcadium adds its unique flair to the mix. The game features simple yet engaging Space Invaders-inspired player ships and enemies, which you'll need to skillfully navigate and blast through. But Arcadium isn't just about shooting; it also incorporates lushly rendered pixel planets that serve more than just as a backdrop. Flying towards these planets allows you to harvest resources, which you can use to further upgrade and customize your ship in a variety of ways.

Space is the place

The game cleverly utilizes its space setting to enhance gameplay. You're not merely gliding over a static starry background; you'll encounter a variety of unnatural objects and can even dive close to a burning sun. This allows you to explore and navigate the astral void, discovering ways to leverage the environment to your advantage—or face its perils.

On the technical side, Arcadium supports both landscape and portrait modes, ensuring a versatile gaming experience. With a promise of high replayability, this game offers a fresh, astral twist on the Survivors format, making it a must-watch for fans of the genre.

While Vampire Survivors has inspired many releases, Arcadium stands out with its bullet heaven gameplay. If you're interested in exploring more games in this vein, be sure to check out our list of the top 7 games like Vampire Survivors.