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CosmicCrystal Games · Published by CosmicCrystal Games
Positive — 85% positive (26 reviews) · 13 achievements
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
Embark on an adventure through space with the ferocious HELLSTAR SQUADRON. Dodge wave after wave of bullets, shoot the demons back to hell, and save the galaxy in this fresh, retro shoot 'em up/bullet hell experience!
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Action, Indie · 2018 · More under £5 games
Dive into the intense action of HellStar Squadron, where dodging bullets and blasting demons are key to survival. Developed by CosmicCrystal Games, this indie shooter invites you to save the galaxy in a thrilling retro experience.
About this game
The year is 207X AD. The galactic government entity known as Paradise is
at threat from a terrifying, demonic rebellion! Join the HellStar Squadron
on this epic adventure as you dodge wave after wave of bullets, shoot the
demons back to hell, and save the galaxy in this fresh, retro-inspired arcade shoot 'em
up/bullet hell experience!
- Three playable characters/ships to commandeer!
- Eight cosmic stages to blast your way through!
- Big bosses with heaps of bullets and explosions!
- Retro arcade experience including CRT shader and TATE mode options!
- A jammin' chiptune soundtrack!
The galaxy needs you. The HellStar Squadron awaits.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows XP+
- Processor: 1.2 GHz+
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: Video card with 256 MB
- Storage: 154 MB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Update v1.10 now live!
Hey everyone, back with a quick update for HellStar that adds some general improvements and some new features! Changelog: - Changed player movement physics (no more inertia!) - The addition of Normal, Hard and Veteran difficulty settings - New boss rush mode (unlock by beating the game) - More achievements - V-Sync option added Hope you all enjoy the new content and thank you to everyone who has played the game so far and supported it! Extra congrats to those who have beat it ;) Cheers, CosmicCrystalRead full article on Community Announcements (CosmicCrystal)Patch NotesOfficial
Update v1.01 is now live!
///HellStar Squadron Update v1.01 Changelog: * Hitbox size fix * Hitbox indicator now visible when using beam weapon * Dialogue speed increase and dialogue skip option added * Bomb collision fix + bombs now clear bullets * Difficulty tweaking to reduce dead air * Achievements fix * Main Menu/Stage 8 music bug fixed * Fullscreen 'black screen' bug fixRead full article on Community Announcements (CosmicCrystal)
