Go play the free prequels now!

If you’re unfamiliar withKero Blastereven though it has been available for over a year, it might be because it was never released on Steam, but that all changes onNovember 11.

Kero Blasterwascreated by Pixel, the man behind the now-legendaryCave Story(a game our very own Jonathan Holmesreviewed three times). It’s a pixelatedMetroid-like side-scrolling shooter and it is hella fun. Don’tbelieve me? Then take it fromHolmes’ original review.

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Since the aforementioned review,Kero Blasterhas received a couple of updates, including the recently releasedZangyou modethat includes more stages and a whole new story.

For those who can’t wait till the Steam release, you cansnag a copy of the game from Playismthat includes the Steam version upon release, or get it from theiTunes App Store.

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While you’re at it, grab the free spin-offs calledPink HourandPink Heaventhat have you playing as the office lady fromKero Blaster.

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