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Nectarware · Published by Nectarware · Official site ↗
5 user reviews — 100% positive (5 reviews) · 24 achievements
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
Shoot'em up with an emphasis on progression and growth through upgrades. Fly, shoot, die, upgrade, repeat.
£3.99
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Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG · 2021 · More under £5 games
Embark on a thrilling adventure where you fly through hazardous zones, upgrade your skills, and face increasingly challenging foes in Kestrel. This indie game offers a dynamic blend of shooting and character progression, perfect for fans of action RPGs.
About this game
As Kestrel, you will travel through different worlds in an attempt to reach the highest order of the cosmos. You will fend off the many entities trying to stop you. Collect the rhombic shards spread across the different worlds to purchase upgrades and equip more powerful weapons.
In a departure from the typical shoot'em up, Kestrel does not force the auto-scroll mechanic that is present in the majority of the genre. Patience and strategy win out over speed and brute force.
With over 50 upgrades and infinite lives, Kestrel puts you in a position for success. A top down shoot'em up with bullet hell and RPG elements, Kestrel attempts to scratch an itch that you might know you have. Fly, shoot, die, upgrade, repeat.
Controls
Xbox Controller recommended
Move – Left Joystick or DPad
Fire Shot – A button
Pause – Menu Button
Toggle Dark Mode – View Button
Keyboard And Mouse
Move – WASD Keys
Fire Shot – Left Click or Enter
Pause – Escape Button
Toggle Dark Mode - Tab
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-7200U Processor
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel® HD Graphics 620
- Storage: 200 MB available space
Supported Languages
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Dark Mode added
Dark Mode is officially released! Press the View Button or Tab to toggle the mode in game!Read full article on Community Announcements (admin)AnnouncementsOfficial
Dark Mode Release
{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40643299/1cbadc0b2d7265fc9a0906227f597c8c1bd3d924.png Release date: 10/29/2021 A new view of the world emerges... Kestrel is unsure of why this is happening but a dark veil covers the world. The world is dark but the objective is still clear: Ascend!Read full article on Community Announcements (admin)AnnouncementsOfficial
Kestrel Launch Party!
Kestrel, a shoot'em up game with a focus on progression through upgrades. Releasing on June 18th, 2021! Our friend McEpsilon will be streaming the launch party and playing the game at 7:00 PM MDT on release day. The developer will be joining in on the fun and answering any questions people may have. For those of you who tune in, you may be able to win a free copy of the game! McEpsilon's channel can be found here https://www.twitch.tv/epsilonlost. Be sure to give a follow and turn on notifications so you don't miss out on the event!Read full article on Community Announcements (admin)
