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Orbituous

Shooting Star Games · Published by Xerabyte, Crime Engine Games · Official site ↗

1 user reviews — 100% positive (1 reviews)

Last updated 27 Sept 2026

Orbituous is a fast-paced, retro-style brick breaker with a dark twist. What begins as a casual arcade game slowly unravels into something… off. Break bricks, survive glitchy levels, and uncover secrets hidden beneath the pixels.

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£3.39

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3 Sept 2026Lowest: £3.39 · Highest: £3.397 Oct 2026

Action, Indie, Strategy · 2025 · More under £5 games

Experience Orbituous, a fast-paced retro brick breaker that evolves into a dark and challenging adventure. Navigate through levels filled with secrets and glitches, all while surviving the twists in this unique indie game from Shooting Star Games.

About this game

A Classic Brick Breaker… Or So It Seems

At first glance, Orbituous feels like a simple, nostalgic throwback—a vibrant, fast-paced Arkanoid-style brick breaker with colorful visuals and satisfying physics. It’s designed to be casual, something you can pick up and play at any time. Break the bricks, keep the ball in motion, and progress through increasingly challenging levels.

But as you play… things start to feel off.

Maybe it’s the way the ball’s trajectory seems too unpredictable at times. Or the faint, distorted whispers buried beneath the retro soundtrack. The bricks—once simple obstacles—begin forming strange patterns, almost as if they are speaking to you. The game reacts to your actions in ways it shouldn’t. Messages flicker, disappearing before you can process them.

And yet… nothing is wrong. This is just a casual game. Right?

Features

  • Classic Brick-Breaker Gameplay:
    Hit the ball, destroy bricks, and keep it in play using smooth, responsive paddle controls.

  • Retro-Inspired Aesthetic:
    A vibrant 90s-style neon design that gradually shifts into a more surreal and unsettling atmosphere.

  • Psychological Twists:
    Experience subtle horror elements as the game reacts unexpectedly to your progress.

  • Level-Based Progression:
    10 handcrafted levels with increasing complexity, including unique layouts and brick behaviors.

  • Environmental Storytelling:
    Uncover a hidden narrative that unfolds visually and audibly—if you're paying attention.

  • Dynamic Sound Design:
    A retro soundtrack that subtly changes over time, with hidden audio clues and glitches.

  • Secrets to Discover:
    Strange interactions, hidden messages, and fourth-wall breaks for players who look deeper.

  • Pick-Up-and-Play Friendly:
    Designed for casual play sessions, but with layers for those who want to dig deeper.

But There’s Nothing to Fear… Right?

There are no secrets here. No hidden truths waiting to be uncovered. No cryptic messages are embedded in the code.

It’s just a game. A harmless, casual arcade game.

What could possibly go wrong?

System Requirements

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Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows 8.1 64bit
  • Processor: 1.73 GHz Intel Pentium M or better
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intergrated Graphics card or better
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 400 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: Solid State Drive (SSD) is highly recommended regarding load time

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Windows 10 64bit (or later)
  • Processor: Intel Core i7-4790K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1660 / AMD R9 Fury or better
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 1 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Solid State Drive (SSD) is highly recommended regarding load time

Supported Languages

English*
*languages with full audio support

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