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PixelJunk Shooter 2

Critic score1 critic
First release
Mar 01, 2011
Developer
Q-Games Ltd.
Genres
Shooter, Strategy, Puzzle · Action, Science fiction
Platforms
PlayStation 3

In PixelJunk Shooter, you must pilot your spacecraft through a range of cavernous environments in a bid to save the scientists trapped underground. Making your way through the game will rely on your keen sense of observation and the ability to manipulate your surroundings. Add in a swarm of dangerous enemies, hazardous substances and stranded survivors in need of your help and your mission objectives are pretty clear! Action, adventure and entertainment await you. Be the hero and rescue the stranded scientists while enjoying a world of fun retro visuals and a dynamic soundtrack that reacts to the level of danger that you find yourself in!Key Features Battle across 15 stages with your spacecraft to save the scientists Navigate cavernous puzzles by manipulating water, magma and even a strange magnetic black liquid Recruit a friend and play local coop

Also known as PixelJunk 1-4a, Pixel Junk Shooter II, CaveShooter.exe

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Release dates
PlayStation 3
Mar 01, 2011
PlayStation 3
Mar 02, 2011
PlayStation 3
Mar 03, 2011
Game modes
Co-operative, Multiplayer, Single player
Perspective
Side view
Keywords
overworld, online, physics puzzles, digital distribution, platform exclusive
… All 10, playstation trophies, 60 fps on consoles, original soundtrack release, grapple, twin stick control

At a Glance

Critic Score
80

Overview

Steam review summary

Steam users rate this Very Positive, 249 reviews in all languages, recorded 18 October 2026

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Multiplayer

  • Local co-opIGDB · 28 Oct
  • Co-op campaignIGDB · 28 Oct
  • Steam Remote Play TogetherSteam · 18 Oct

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