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Strix STG Dev · Published by Strix STG Dev
Positive — 80% positive (10 reviews)
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
"Strix STG" is a "Communication-Synchronized Bullet-Hell Casual Vertical-Scrolling Shooting-Game". Let's aim to capture all 5 stages. The best feature of this game is the ability to play two-player co-op online. A simple chat using two types of fixed phrases is prepared for role sharing.
Free to PlayEarly AccessDJCTQ lCo-op
Free
Action, Early Access · 2022 · More free games
Dive into intense vertical-scrolling action where communication is key. Team up for co-op online in Strix STG's unique bullet-hell shooter, released in 2022 by Strix STG Dev.
About this game
"Strix STG" is a "Communication-Synchronized Bullet-Hell Casual Vertical-Scrolling Shooting-Game". Let's aim to capture all 5 stages while destroying enemies. You can also choose from 5 levels of difficulty.
* Up to stage 2 has been implemented at the start of early access.
* There is a possibility that the contents of the stage will be changed until the final version is released.
The best feature of this game is the ability to play two-player co-op online. Simple chat with two types of fixed phrases is available, so please use it for role sharing.
* Currently, there is no save function for play data, so it is not possible to record the score. I may add a save function in the future based on user feedback.
Method of operation
This game supports some game controllers. (Only "Real Arcade Pro.V HAYABUSA" has been confirmed to work.) If you have a compatible controller, you can assign any key.
Powered by "Strix Cloud". Strix Cloud® is a registered trademark of Soft Gear Co., Ltd. in Japan
* Up to stage 2 has been implemented at the start of early access.
* There is a possibility that the contents of the stage will be changed until the final version is released.
The best feature of this game is the ability to play two-player co-op online. Simple chat with two types of fixed phrases is available, so please use it for role sharing.
* Currently, there is no save function for play data, so it is not possible to record the score. I may add a save function in the future based on user feedback.
Method of operation
- menu
- SHOT key (Z key): Confirm
- BOMB key (X key): cancel
- AUTO-SHOT key (C key): Confirm
- SHOT key (Z key): Confirm
- In-game
- SHOT key (Z key): shot
- BOMB key (X key): bomb
- AUTO-SHOT key (C key): Shot
- START key (ESC key): Pause menu (single play only)
- COMM1 key (A key): Send the message "Leave the small enemy to me!"
(co-op play only)
- COMM2 key (S key): Send the message "Leave the large enemy to me!"
(co-op play only)
- SHOT key (Z key): shot
- Common
- F4 key : Force quit the application
- F4 key : Force quit the application
This game supports some game controllers. (Only "Real Arcade Pro.V HAYABUSA" has been confirmed to work.) If you have a compatible controller, you can assign any key.
Powered by "Strix Cloud". Strix Cloud® is a registered trademark of Soft Gear Co., Ltd. in Japan
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
Minimum:
- OS: Windows 10
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Recommended
Recommended:
- OS: Windows 11
- Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i9-12900K
- Memory: 32 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Supported Languages
English, Japanese
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Update - Merged Stage3 into Arcade Mode
Function addition Merged Stage3 into Arcade Mode.Read full article on Community Announcements (strix_stg_dev)Patch NotesOfficial
Update - Stage3 Boss Added
Sorry for the late update... Bug fixes / specification changes Fixed a bug that some keys could not be assigned Function addition Added a new enemy Stage 3 Boss (stage part is under development) {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43195374/d57c0e68adb48bfff3cd0c339eadfbfd0aa9aea9.png Where is the boss?Read full article on Community Announcements (strix_stg_dev)Patch NotesOfficial
Update
Bug fixes / specification changes Change score calculation Before change: The multiplier value is uniformly reduced by 10% when destroying an enemy After change: The multiplier value is reduced by 5% when part is destroyed or when the form is changed, and reduced by 10% when the main body is destroyed Increase raw points for each boss part (except mid-bosses) Changed so that Tank-chan that appears in each stage moves Changed enemy appearance pattern in Stage 2 Partially changed the contents of the manual and tutorial Function addition Added a new enemy Gunship-chan to Stage 2 Added a new enemy Fighter-chan to Stage 3 (under development)Read full article on Community Announcements (strix_stg_dev)Patch NotesOfficial
Update
Bug fixes/specification changes Fixed a bug where the previously saved VSync setting was not reflected when the game was started. Change the default value to Disabled when VSync is not set Fixed a bug when restarting after opening the pause menu after selecting the continue dialog Function addition Set BGM for Stage 2 Stage 3 under development can be played from Practice {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43195374/a34bac8642df41f6cdefcb50e538090b916246e1.png I like 1UP Battleship. And you too.Read full article on Community Announcements (strix_stg_dev)Patch NotesOfficial
Additional functions
Added function to switch vertical sync. TitleScene > Options > VSync If the refresh rate exceeds 60, please change it to Disabled. However, screen flickering may occur.Read full article on Community Announcements (strix_stg_dev)
