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Space shooters never die. 1993 is a testament to that. 1993 is a classic shoot em up celebrating games like Gradius, R-Type and Life Force.

1993 Space Machine is a gun customization, co-op and shoot 'em up game developed by Exceed and Aurora Punks and published by Aurora Punks.
Released on March 28th 2016 is available on Windows, MacOS and Linux in 2 languages: English and Japanese.

It has received 339 reviews of which 237 were positive and 102 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. 😐

The game is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam.

The Steam community has classified 1993 Space Machine into these genres:

Gun Customization Co-op Shoot 'Em Up Arcade Side Scroller Retro Pixel Graphics 4 Player Local Multiplayer Score Attack 2D Shooter Difficult Sci-fi Action Bullet Hell Space Colorful Old School 1990's

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System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Pentium Dual core 2GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: DirectX 9 capable graphics card.
  • DirectX: Version 9.0
  • Storage: 200 MB available space
  • Sound Card: Sound Blaster Live
  • Additional Notes: Keyboard and cardboard box to sit on
MacOS
  • OS: Mountain Lion
  • Processor: Inte Core 2 Duo
  • Memory: 3 GB RAM
  • Graphics: ATI Radeon HD 2400 XT 128 MB
  • Storage: 200 MB available space

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Feb. 2025
Detailed and Positive Review of "1993 Space Machine" [quote=Wendrex] Developer: Exceed, Aurora Punks Genre: Shoot 'em up (Shmup) Platforms: PC (Steam), PlayStation 4, Xbox One "1993 Space Machine" is a game that captures the classic essence of shoot 'em ups from the 1990s, while incorporating modern elements that make it a unique and captivating experience. Developed by Exceed and Aurora Punks, the game is a well-made homage to the classics of the genre, such as "Gradius" and "R-Type", but with its own identity that makes it stand out. Gameplay: The gameplay of "1993 Space Machine" is its strongest point. The game offers precise and responsive control, essential for a shmup, where precision and quick reflexes are fundamental. The player pilots a highly customizable ship, with a variety of weapons and upgrades that can be combined in countless ways. This customization allows each player to find a playstyle that suits their preferences, whether focusing on fast attacks, massive firepower, or robust defenses. The combat system is challenging but fair. The enemies and attack patterns are well-designed, requiring the player to learn and adapt to the situations. The bosses are a highlight, with creative designs and battle phases that test both the player's skill and strategy. Graphics and Visual Style: The game adopts a retro visual style, with pixelated sprites that recall the classics of the 90s. However, the graphics are modernized with light and particle effects that give a contemporary touch to the visuals. The colors are vibrant and the scenarios are varied, ranging from space environments to alien bases and exotic planets. The attention to detail is remarkable, with each phase having a unique visual identity. Soundtrack: The soundtrack of "1993 Space Machine" is another highlight. Composed of electronic and synthwave music, the soundtrack perfectly complements the atmosphere of the game, increasing immersion and tension during the most intense stages. The tracks are energetic and memorable, contributing to the feeling of nostalgia while sounding fresh and modern. Replayability: The game offers a good amount of content, with several stages and game modes that encourage replayability. In addition to the main campaign, there are extra challenges, online rankings and the possibility to try out different combinations of weapons and upgrades. This ensures that the game remains interesting even after several playthroughs. Conclusion: "1993 Space Machine" is an excellent addition to the shoot 'em up genre, combining the best of the classics of the 90s with modern innovations. The solid gameplay, captivating visuals, immersive soundtrack and high customization make this game an experience that pleases both long-time fans of the genre and new players. Exceed and Aurora Punks have managed to create a game that is both an homage to and an evolution of the shmup, ensuring that "1993 Space Machine" will be remembered as a standout title in the genre. Rating: 9/10 Recommended for: Shoot 'em up fans, gamers who enjoy retro games with a modern twist, and anyone looking for a fair and rewarding challenge.
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Dec. 2024
hehe hehe zoom zoom kaboom
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Aug. 2024
Fun little throwback to Genesis-era shmups. Achievements are bugged, though :(
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Aug. 2024
A fun shootemup game that has a lot of challenge to it and some puzzle elements too. A little tricky with a keyboard and I am sure even better with a controller.
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June 2024
• retro style scroll shooting • no key binding, arrow keys , space and esc • achievement seem broken; • 2 hidden stages? read forum • game ended on "Nestor" but there another stage "Omega" which is so hard!!!. Din't finish the Omega as my weapon are not fully upgraded, just too lazy to farm for coins, not worth the time Rating: 60 /100 ~ DIFFICULTY ~ 🔲 My 90 year old grandma could play it 🔲 Easy 🔲 Normal ✅ Hard 🔲 Give Up due to clueless 🔲 Terrible ~ GRAPHICS ~ 🔲 Bad/Terrible (dos quality) ✅ Meh (windows95 quality) 🔲 Graphics don't matter in this game 🔲 Good 🔲 Beautiful 🔲 Masterpiece ~ MUSIC ~ 🔲 Bad ✅ Not special 🔲 Good ~ STORY ~ 🔲 I have no idea what I am doing 🔲 Brainless moving ✅ Not really important 🔲 Well written 🔲 Epic story ~ PRICE ~ 🔲 Free 🔲 Under-priced 🔲 Perfect Price ✅ Could be cheaper 🔲 Overpriced 🔲 Complete waste of money ~ REQUIREMENTS ~ ✅ Potatoes, running just on Ryzen3 3200G (APU) 🔲 Average 🔲 High end 🔲 NASA computer ~ LENGTH ~ 🔲 Extremely Short (0-2 hours) OK.... i can't past the tutorial/training, so... ✅ Very Short (0 - 2 hours) if you don't care about perfection 🔲 Short (2 - 15 hours) 🔲 Average (15-50 hours) 🔲 Long (50-90 hours) 🔲 Extremely long (90-110 hours) 🔲 No ending ~ FUN ~ 🔲 I'd rather go study 🔲 Hard to enjoy 🔲 Repetitive ✅ Actually pretty amusing 🔲 The kind of fun you'll remember 🔲 Ride of your life ~ REPLAYABILITY~ 🔲 It's a one-time experience 🔲 Only for achievements ✅ If you wait a few months/years 🔲 Definitely 🔲 Infinitely replayable ~ WORTH BUYING ~ 🔲 Big NO, not worth even for 90% sale 🔲 No ✅ Wait for 90% sale 🔲 Yes
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1993 Space Machine is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam.

1993 Space Machine is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 9.99€ on Steam.

1993 Space Machine received 237 positive votes out of a total of 339 achieving a rating of 6.65.
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1993 Space Machine was developed by Exceed and Aurora Punks and published by Aurora Punks.

1993 Space Machine is playable and fully supported on Windows.

1993 Space Machine is playable and fully supported on MacOS.

1993 Space Machine is playable and fully supported on Linux.

1993 Space Machine offers both single-player and multi-player modes.

1993 Space Machine includes Co-op mode where you can team up with friends.

There is a DLC available for 1993 Space Machine. Explore additional content available for 1993 Space Machine on Steam.

1993 Space Machine does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

1993 Space Machine supports Remote Play Together. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.

1993 Space Machine is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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1993 Space Machine
9.99€
6.7
237
102
Game modes
Multiplayer
Features
Online players
0
Developer
Exceed, Aurora Punks
Publisher
Aurora Punks
Release 28 Mar 2016
Platforms
Remote Play
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