Star Assault

Star Assault: The Void Phalanx

Break through the Void Phalanx in a fast, retro-inspired space shooter built for the browser. Dodge enemy formations, chain combos, grab power-ups, and climb the ranks as the invasion escalates stage by stage.

Features

• 5 stages — from First Contact to The Final Assault, each with tougher formations and faster enemy fire
• Boss battles — Sector Commander and Void Overlord with multi-phase attacks
• Power-ups — Spread shot, Rapid fire, Piercing rounds, Shield, and Extra Life (up to 5 ships)
• Rank progression — Clear the campaign and loop at greater difficulty; reach Rank 5+ for victory
• Combo scoring — Chain kills for bigger points
• Attract mode — Title-screen demo with enemy intel between runs
• Procedural audio — Lasers, explosions, hits, and engine thrust — no asset downloads
• Play anywhere — HTML5 canvas; works on PC and phone (virtual joystick + touch fire)

Controls

Desktop

• Move: WASD / Arrow keys / Left stick
• Fire: Space / A / RT
• Pause: P / Menu
• Mute: M

Mobile

• Virtual joystick to move
• Hold FIRE to shoot
• Tap START to begin

About

Original neon arcade shooter — a portfolio piece showcasing browser game development: canvas rendering, touch controls, PWA support, and procedural SFX.

Free to play in your browser. No install required.