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Gangs of Space

Platform(s): PC
Genre: Online Multiplayer
Developer: Little Big MMO

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'Gangs of Space' Available On Steam Early Access - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 10, 2017 @ 1:54 p.m. PDT

Gangs of Space is a F2P massively-multiplayer Rogue Shmup where Gangs of players compete for the conquest of the galaxy.

The Empire is hungry for conquest and you have to help because it’s your job. No need for a deep and complicated story, lose yourself in the exhilarating dogfights, exciting loot and achieve glory..Write your own story with your blood, sweat and tears and become an incredible pilot, a fierce conqueror or an undisputed leader… or all of the above… and more!

You like bullet hell shmup, rogue like and MMO? That's good, Gangs of Space has lot of love for you. Choose a ship, found your gang, invite your friends and conquer the galaxy before other gangs and pilots!

Part-Shmup, part-Hack'n Slash. Your skill will be your important asset in order to avoid the myriad of enemy bullets. In addition, chosing the right abilities and equipment for your ship will transform you in a formidable space predator. But get your tissues ready: here, every death is permanent!

Choose a ship among multiple classes, and level it over 10 quick levels. Create a unique build and optimize it by looting equipment from the fuming wrecks of your enemies. Over time, you will complete class objectives and unlock new build choices that will enhance the possibilities of your next ships.

The goal of Gangs of Space is simple: conquer the Galaxy in the name of the Empire! Whether you go solo-hunting or gather a squad of talented Gang-mates, the only important thing is that: conquer more and more sectors.
When the Galaxy is fully conquered, players and Gangs receive rewards based on their rank in various ladders. A new conquest campaign then starts, in a new unknown Galaxy.

Gang of Space’s purpose is to conquer whole galaxies for your Gang and the Empire. To do so, you’ll need to choose a ship among the classes and models available, and build it according to your needs or your desires. Each class has a different set of powers and also contains variations between each models of the same family.

At the beginning of the game, you pick a ship among the many models available. By leveling it up to its maximum, you will unlock new ships of the same series, new characteristics and passive skills : the subsystems. Split in five categories, the twenty three subsystems will shape a unique spaceship on every new game... But you’ll need some luck to get the perfect mix!


On Each level up, players will have to choose an upgrade among 3 random propositions. In the end, once a ship reach level 10 (the maximum level), the ship will always end up with five subsystems, two crew members and two items. There’s many possibilities and variations in these elements but only one subsystem by category can be picked.

With these rules, your spaceship will be unique and even if it is possible to shift toward part of the build that you’re aiming for, you’ll need to adapt to the game’s propositions and plan your strategy accordingly.

The destruction of your ship is permanent and you’ll lose its hull, its fit and its cargo, but the unlocked subsystems and the accumulated credits remain on your pilot account. Whatever happens, you’ll always keep on progressing and acquire new exciting subsystems, so you’ll never waste your time for nothing.


The keys to success are simple:

  • Skill: The very essence of Shmup lives in your ability to dodge and fly. There is no point in charging hordes of enemies when you can quickly evade and defeat even the tightest squadron.
  • Reflexion: An experienced pilot must know his ship and adapt to it. Knowing how to build a ship with what you’re given, optimising the core build to overcome the random generation and make the best of the situation are the main traits of the great champions.
  • Cooperation: In deep space, your gang members are your best asset. Create a crew up to 10 players and enter the competition to become galaxy’s finest pilots. Take your seats on the gangs and pilots leaderboards, for glory and wealth.
  • Greed: Being greedy isn’t always a bad habit, mostly when the risk is worth the reward. In high level sectors, the “Greed” bar will offer tremendous bonuses of conquest points and credits but beware... don’t open fire on more than you can take.

The game is a Free to Play without any cash/ingame shop but you can upgrade with one of 3 packs if you feel the need. Each one gives you new storage spaces for your ships or your precious loot, some pocket money to start and buy a nice ship or a skin and the possibility to rename some parts of the galaxy.

Gangs of Space is available on Steam Early Access!


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