Craving some top-down shooter action? Look no further than the newly released Alien Core: Galaxy Invasion, now available on iOS. This game brings a fresh twist to the genre with its low-res aesthetic while still packing in all the classic features you'd expect. Dive in and see if it's the right fit for your gaming appetite.
In Alien Core, your mission is straightforward yet thrilling: take down the rogue AI, O-Core, which has betrayed its creators and formed the Ostallian Empire. The best way to achieve this? Hop into your starship and blast your way through O-Core's forces. The game's low-res visuals add a nostalgic touch to the bullet hell genre, as you navigate through retro-inspired spacescapes.
You'll find all the staples of the genre here, including power-ups to collect, basic ship upgrades to enhance your performance, and the joy of demolishing enemy installations in a spectacular pixel explosion. 
**Shoot the core!** With a variety of boss battles, different ships to unlock, and the option to choose between arcade and story modes, Alien Core offers plenty to keep you engaged. The chain-reaction mechanic stands out as particularly satisfying, allowing you to revel in the destruction of pixels.
While the graphics might seem too basic for some, Alien Core compensates with its rich feature set, making it a compelling choice for fans of fast-paced retro action. If you're looking for more new releases to explore, don't miss our list of the top five new mobile games to try this week, showcasing the best launches from the past seven days.
