Ex-Zodiac

Retro 3D rail shooter with colorful worlds and boss fights

MNKY · Published by Pixeljam · Released Jul 21, 2022 · Early Access

Reviews: Very Positive; 94% of 1,095
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 1; right now
Steam Deck: Playable
Last update: 8 months ago; Jan 3, 2026

Free demo available, 0 playing it now: get the demo.

What is Ex-Zodiac?

Ex-Zodiac is a single-player rail shooter set in the Sanzaru Star System, where Kyuu fights to free worlds held by Zodiac. You fly along fixed paths, shoot enemies, dodge attacks, and face bosses across main levels and bonus stages.

For you if...

+you enjoy fast arcade shooting and replaying stages for scores
+you like colorful, low-poly graphics and retro soundtracks

Not for you if...

−you want a finished game rather than Early Access
−you prefer a relaxed shooter with less demanding bosses

What players say

94% of 1,095 reviews are positive

Players praise the responsive shooting, retro visuals, and soundtrack. Common complaints focus on difficult bosses, incoming fire that is hard to judge, and dialogue that is hard to read during combat. Some players also find the default controls awkward and the lack of guidance frustrating.