Overview
Mayday is a wave-based 2D sci-fi shoot 'em up developed and published by Skyward Studios. Players pilot the Skylon, a prototype combat craft, facing escalating enemy swarms and dense projectile patterns. The core gameplay loop revolves around surviving waves, clearing a set number of enemies, and then making a critical choice after each wave. This choice comes in the form of a brutal tradeoff system: increasing Attack weakens Defence, increasing Defence lowers Speed, and boosting Speed reduces Attack. This unique mechanic forces players to constantly re-evaluate their build and adapt to an ever-changing threat.
Highlights
- Unique Tradeoff System: Every upgrade comes with a significant drawback, forcing strategic decisions between Attack, Defence, and Speed.
- Wave-Based Sci-Fi Action: Engage in intense shoot 'em up combat against relentless enemy waves with escalating bullet patterns.
- Free-to-Play Sci-Fi Shooter: Experience this incremental shooter without an initial purchase, with the latest updates available on Steam.
Who It's For
Mayday is designed for players who enjoy fast-paced 2D shooters with a strategic twist. Fans of incremental games and those who appreciate challenging gameplay where every decision has consequences will find Mayday particularly engaging. The sci-fi setting and unique upgrade system also appeal to players looking for something beyond typical shooter experiences.
Game Info
Developed and published by Skyward Studios, Mayday offers a single-player experience. It falls into the Action, 2D, Shooter, Indie, Incremental, and Sci-fi genres. The game supports English and is available for free on Steam. Players can expect a challenging combat encounter where careful management of their craft's stats is key to survival.
