​​​​​​​1950s Sci-fi-Inspired shoot-'em-up Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers Out Today for PC

[TheLostSwede]

Your planet needs you! Assemble Entertainment and China-based publishing partner WhisperGames, Brazilian film company Fehorama Filmes, and developer Loomiarts are thrilled to announce that the 1950s sci-fi-inspired, fast-paced 2D shooter Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers, is available today for PC for £15.49 / €16.79 / $19.99 with a limited time 15% discount. PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch versions will be launching later this year.

Warning! Extraterrestrials from outer space have arrived on our planet, bringing promises of a bright new future for the earthlings. However, this otherworldly partnership soon reveals a darker side as the VEGA Corporation, the alien enterprise led by the hideous Director Zarog, is imposing its predatory politics on the human race. In the midst of this oppression, the rebel group Squad 51 rises as a response against the violent acts committed by these vile beings. Will the brave pilots of Squad 51 and their aircraft stand a chance against Zarog's diabolic fleet of flying saucers?




Join Squad 51's Lieutenant Kaya and face unrelenting hostile alien aircraft, martian fighters, and monsters in fast-paced shoot-'em-up action all recreated in glorious black-and-white visuals of the 1950s along with live-action FMV sequences.

Key Features Include:

• SHMUP Yeah!: Enjoy classic shoot-'em-up gameplay with four unique aircraft that can be customized with special weapons
• Cinematic Experience: Marvelous black-and-white aesthetics, live-action FMV sequences, and dubbed voices will tell the story of the battle between Squad 51 and Director Zarog's alien fleet
• 11 Ways to Save the World: Fight against enemy ships and bosses in 11 different environments - snowy mountains, forests, cityscapes, and more
• Rookie Pilots Supported: Whether you're a beginner or a veteran flying ace, Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers supports dynamic difficulty that allows every pilot to enjoy the alien extermination
• Ducks Fly Together!: Fighting an alien horde is more fun with a squadmate! A second player can enter a level at any time—earn points with a co-op player and unlock together new special weapons and upgrades

Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers is out today for PC via Steam for £15.49 / €16.79 / $19.99 with a limited time 15% discount and will follow on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One this autumn.

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[HeadRusch1]

Its nice to see old school games stylistically being updated for the modern world..........not really my thing in 2022 but guaranteed lots are gonna be into this in the same way that CupHead made people take notice for the brilliant presentation they did.

 

[lexluthermiester]

quad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers is out today for PC via Steam for £15.49 / €16.79 / $19.99 with a limited time 15% discount and will follow on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One this autumn.

No GOG? Suckage...

 

[vmarv]

Nice idea, but the black and white doesn't work well in this case. Would have been better to have more contrast or to use colors and give it a vintage look.

 

[Gmr_Chick]

Haha, this actually looks like it could be a blast to play alone or with friends! I like the black and white visuals, and it reeks of that good ol' 1950's sci-fi movie campiness.

 

[GoldenX]

Is that an USA painted MiG 15?

 

[Bones]

Is that an USA painted MiG 15?

In the very last pic of the opening post, I'm not sure but the others in the first three pics are clearly P47 Thunderbolts.
At least they chose an aircraft that's proven it can take alot of punishment and keep flying in real life.

 

[GoldenX]

Yeah the prop planes are Thunderbolts, but that jet is not a Sabre, it's clearly a MiG 15.