Mirage Feathers

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"Mirage Feathers" is a rail shooter game with an anime theme, where you play as Notari, a cybernetic fighter from the Federation's FEATHER program. After losing her best friend Miroita, Notari fights to uncover the truth and reunite with her, with the help of Miroita's AI, Luciolla. The game features fast-paced combat as you destroy enemy aircraft in your quest to find Miroita.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 487 reviews

story62 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Engaging and fast-paced gameplay reminiscent of classic rail shooters like Space Harrier and Afterburner.
Beautiful pixel art and a catchy soundtrack enhance the overall experience.
Offers replayability through an Endless mode and a variety of upgrades, making it worth the low price.

The story mode is quite short, lasting about an hour, which may leave players wanting more.
Gameplay can become chaotic, making it difficult to see incoming projectiles and dodge effectively.
Some players may find the English translation lacking and the story poorly composed.

story
207 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
69%
1%
The game's story is generally described as short and straightforward, often serving as a backdrop to the fast-paced gameplay rather than a focal point. While some players appreciate the cute characters and yuri sub-tones, many express a desire for a more developed narrative, noting that the pacing feels rushed and the overall plot lacks depth. Despite its brevity, the story includes engaging elements and leaves room for potential sequels, making it enjoyable for those who prioritize gameplay over narrative complexity.
- “The story mode for this game had much more story to it than I thought it would, with a prologue, epilogue, and dialogue that would pop up between stages.”
- “The story is short but the main characters got to shine their personalities very nicely through the ups and downs of the story, while it ends in a nice spot leaving room for a sequel.”
- “Mirage Feathers has two main modes: story mode, where you follow a narrative with charming character art and emotional twists, and endless mode, which is all about surviving against increasingly difficult enemies.”
- “The story feels so absurdly rushed.”
- “The story scenes feel all terribly rushed, the way characters talk is like they are so behind schedule they need to just get it done with in order to fit the allowed time to speak.”
- “I feel like this game could be a lot more if given more time to develop and make a more complete story.”
gameplay
130 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
61%
3%
The gameplay is a standout feature, characterized by fast-paced, engaging mechanics that blend bullet hell and rail-shooter elements, appealing to both newcomers and hardcore fans. While the story is short and somewhat secondary, the game offers a satisfying loop with various modes, upgrades, and a vibrant aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. However, some players noted frustrations with initial difficulty and a desire for more customization options.
- “The gameplay is surprisingly really fun, a lot more fun than I was expecting.”
- “Mirage Feathers is a refreshing twist on the classic rail-shooter genre, with a slick anime aesthetic and engaging, fast-paced gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is extremely energetic, the story is short, there are tons of cool small moments.”
- “Gameplay often devolves into holding down left trigger for gun, spamming right trigger for missiles, swapping to a better weapon when needed and holding right trigger as those autofire faster, then gaining energy by going back to missiles and spamming (because autofire for missiles is too slow).”
- “The gameplay is decent, I've never played a game like it before so sometimes it felt a little too frustrating as if there was no way to dodge certain situations and also taking a lot of damage all at once.”
- “It's a spectacle but ultimately it fails on the gameplay design, in my opinion.”
music
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
35%
4%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its energetic and fitting soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. While some noted that certain tracks can feel repetitive, the overall quality and variety of the music, including standout pieces reminiscent of classic arcade games, have been highlighted as a major strength. Additionally, the soundtrack is available for free, further adding to its appeal among players.
- “The soundtrack for the game is nice to listen to and you can get it on Steam for free!”
- “A top tier space harrier-like 3D rail shooter with a top-notch aesthetic and superb soundtrack.”
- “Exciting high-speed action, solid controls, beautiful pixel art, catchy music, and a good story; these were the ingredients used to cook up this gem.”
- “And the music is very repetitive, not nearly as hype-inducing as Afterburner's stuff.”
- “Good rail shooting, very frantic, good art style and animation selling you on the speed of encounters, a shame that there couldn't have been a bit more varied soundtrack.”
- “Soundtrack can turn repetitive but is still pretty fire.”
graphics
89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
39%
3%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their beautiful visuals, unique art style, and polished pixel artwork, which effectively captures the essence of classic rail shooters. Players appreciate the vibrant character designs and dynamic animations, although some have expressed a desire for more varied backgrounds and additional unlockable content. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's engaging and fast-paced gameplay.
- “Overall the visuals alone are worth the price of entry, unique style that isn't common to see.”
- “Beautiful visuals, gorgeous character art, and fast-paced gameplay that feels great.”
- “Very cool rail shooter with beautiful graphics!”
- “Graphics are fine, although I would have preferred a non-pixelated style.”
- “Most important, the art style is unacceptable.”
- “And while initially I thought the pixel art style could make it confusing to differentiate between incoming attacks and the background, they are very brightly colored that it isn't so bad after I got used to it.”
humor
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently described as "cute and funny," with players appreciating the charming characters and vibrant artwork. Many reviews highlight the game's lighthearted story and nostalgic arcade feel, making it an enjoyable experience that evokes laughter and joy. Overall, the humor is a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “First of all, this game has a very funny story and the characters are very cute!!”
- “Very cute and funny game, with great music and just fun in, just like how old arcade games used to be, and the stage and stage transitions are top tier, very fast and frenetic in general.”
- “The cute and funny homage to Space Harrier that nobody knew they wanted.”
replayability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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55%
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The game boasts significant replayability, primarily driven by its highscore mechanics and an endless mode that encourages players to improve their performance. While the main story is short, the inclusion of an upgrade system and additional difficulty levels enhances the overall experience, making it a worthwhile investment for those who enjoy grinding for scores. However, some players noted that an achievement system with unlockables could further enrich the replay value.
- “Frenetic aerial combat, good story, banger OST, and endless replayability.”
- “For a very low price, the game offers plenty of replay value due to a points-based upgrade system that offers both temporary and permanent improvements between runs, so if you aim for a high score, you can take full advantage of it.”
- “It seems that the developer wants replayability to come from the endless mode, where you 1cc random levels for as long as possible.”
- “After you beat the main story mode, most of the replay value will be going for high scores in the endless mode.”
- “The game will take you an hour to beat, but it offers an endless mode and a harder difficulty for some extra replayability.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players note that the game offers significant replayability, particularly for those who enjoy grinding for high scores, despite its short story. However, the grinding can be quite demanding, with some suggesting it may require an excessive time commitment.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching story and charming character art, despite some criticism regarding the storytelling quality. Players appreciate the emotional twists in the narrative, which add depth to the experience, making it worthwhile despite its flaws.
- “Mirage Feathers has two main modes: story mode, where you follow a narrative with charming character art and emotional twists, and endless mode, which is all about surviving against increasingly difficult enemies.”
- “After Burner features a touching story told with enough joy in the presentation and soul to be worth the asking price.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
Character development in the game is characterized by well-crafted, cute anime designs that align with the Japanese shoot 'em up aesthetic. While the designs may be considered typical, they are praised for their quality and charm, enhancing the overall visual experience as players navigate through intense action.
- “Amazing character designs and top tier cute characters while you fly through the skies and the seas, against the many missiles and lasers.”
- “The character designs are really cute.”
- “The character designs are typical, but well made cute anime characters that fit the Japanese shoot 'em up vibe.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, indicating a high level of stability during gameplay.
- “Playing on the Steam Deck, runs great.”

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2h Median play time

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