Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers cover

Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers

Critic score1 critic
First release
Sep 21, 2022
Genres
Indie, Adventure, Shooter, Arcade, Racing · Warfare, Action, Science fiction

UFOs! Aliens! Aircrafts! Resistance! SHOOT 'EM UP! Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers is a spaceship shooter with 2D gameplay and 3D environment. Enjoy a smart combination of a fast-paced shooting experience and the 1950's sci-fi movies aesthetic, with live-action cutscenes.

Also known as Squadron 51, Squad51.exe

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Storyline
Warning! Extraterrestrials from outer space arrived on our planet bringing promises of a bright new future. However, this intergalactic partnership soon reveals its darker side as the VEGA CORPORATION, the alien enterprise led by the hideous DIRECTOR ZAROG, is imposing its predatory politics on the human kind. In the midst of this oppression, the rebel group Squadron 51 rises as a response against the violent acts spread by these inhuman beings. Will the brave pilots of Squadron 51 and their aircrafts stand a chance against the Zarog's diabolic fleet of flying saucers? Join the rebel cause as LIEUTENANT KAYA, facing flying saucers, alien fighters and monsters in the skies of the 1950’s! Remember: the future of the Earth lies in your hands! Features - Classic gameplay: Squadron 51 is a SHOOT 'EM UP! game with four different aircrafts to play and set up with special weapons. - Cinematic experience: Glorious black-and-white aesthetics, live-action FMV sequences and dubbed voices will tell the story of the battle between the Squadron 51 and Director Zarog’s alien supremacy. - 11 levels: Fight against enemy ships and bosses in many different environments - snowy mountains, forests, cityscapes and many others. - Dynamic difficulty:No matter you are a rookie or a veteran shooting star, Squadron 51 supports dynamic difficulty which allows every pilot to enjoy. - Multiplayer: Feeling lonely against Aliens? Invite a friend! A second player can enter a level any time. Earn points with your friend and unlock together new special weapons and upgrades.Read more

Warning! Extraterrestrials from outer space arrived on our planet bringing promises of a bright new future. However, this intergalactic partnership soon reveals its darker side as the VEGA CORPORATION, the alien enterprise led by the hideous DIRECTOR ZAROG, is imposing its predatory politics on the human kind. In the midst of this oppression, the rebel group Squadron 51 rises as a response against the violent acts spread by these inhuman beings. Will the brave pilots of Squadron 51 and their aircrafts stand a chance against the Zarog's diabolic fleet of flying saucers? Join the rebel cause as LIEUTENANT KAYA, facing flying saucers, alien fighters and monsters in the skies of the 1950’s! Remember: the future of the Earth lies in your hands! Features - Classic gameplay: Squadron 51 is a SHOOT 'EM UP! game with four different aircrafts to play and set up with special weapons. - Cinematic experience: Glorious black-and-white aesthetics, live-action FMV sequences and dubbed voices will tell the story of the battle between the Squadron 51 and Director Zarog’s alien supremacy. - 11 levels: Fight against enemy ships and bosses in many different environments - snowy mountains, forests, cityscapes and many others. - Dynamic difficulty:No matter you are a rookie or a veteran shooting star, Squadron 51 supports dynamic difficulty which allows every pilot to enjoy. - Multiplayer: Feeling lonely against Aliens? Invite a friend! A second player can enter a level any time. Earn points with your friend and unlock together new special weapons and upgrades.

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Sep 21, 2022
Nintendo Switch
Mar 16, 2023
Xbox One
Sep 19, 2023
All 4 release dates
PlayStation 4
Date to be confirmed
Game modes
Split screen, Co-operative, Multiplayer, Single player
Perspective
Side view
Keywords
aliens, full motion video

At a Glance

Critic Score
70

Overview

Steam review summary

Steam users rate this Very Positive, 201 reviews in all languages, recorded 16 October 2026

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Multiplayer

  • Local co-opSteam · 16 Oct
  • Shared or split screenSteam · 16 Oct
  • Steam Remote Play TogetherSteam · 16 Oct

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