Neon Inferno: A retro cyperpunk vibe 2D action game

GAMING NEWS DHLSalesman - Nov 19, 2025, 09:20

Developed by Zenovia Interactive and being published by Retrowave, Neon Inferno is an explosive, dynamic 2D game set in a dystopian, cyberpunk New York City in the year 2025. The game will be published on the 19th of November 2025, and it will be available on PC (Steam), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch

Unleash Fast-Paced Combat in a Glowing Cyberpunk World

Neon Inferno takes place in New York City in the year 2055, where the city is lawless and beyond salvation. Criminal syndicates have seized control of most of its boroughs, constantly battling each other and the city's highly corrupt, hyper-militarized police department (NYPD) for ultimate supremacy. You will step into this conflict as an assassin for a fledgling crime syndicate known as The Family; this group is trying to secure its place and dominate the metropolitan battlefield. You will choose between 2 highly skilled assassin characters: Angelo, a loyal, adopted son of the Don (leader of The Family), or Mariana, a former petty thief who rose through the ranks to become a feared killer. And your goal is to carry out deadly missions and execute rivals—which include other gangs like the Yakuza, private military contractors, and the corrupt NYPD—to help The Family eliminate its rivals and conquer the city. The core story follows your actions as you blast your way through the neon-lit, war-torn streets to ensure your syndicate rises to power.

Neon Inferno is described as an explosive fusion of a 2D run-and-gun platformer (like Contra or Metal Slug) and a gallery shooter (like Wild Guns). Neon Inferno offers a unique hybrid action experience, blending traditional 2D run-and-gun movement in the foreground with a gallery-shooter mechanic that requires players to stop and aim at enemies attacking from the background, forcing constant threat management across two planes of action. Core combat features a specialized bullet deflection/parry system, utilizing a bullet time mechanic to allow players to return specific enemy projectiles back at their attackers. The game is designed for high replayability with an intense Arcade Challenge mode requiring a 1-credit clear and features variety through vehicle sections involving jet skis and motorbikes. Players can customize their experience through customization menus, selecting various upgrades and weapon options before missions, and can tackle the entire game in a co-op mode via 2-player local split-screen. All of this action is presented using stylish, highly detailed pixel art enhanced by modern lighting and shadow effects to achieve a sharp cyberpunk aesthetic.

Overall, Neon Inferno would be an ideal game for retro arcade enthusiasts or people who love the cyberpunk vibe games such as Blade Runner, Cyberpunk 2077. Or if you just want to have some decent time with your friend, playing retro games, this game is perfect for you. Please make sure using our price comparison tool to find the best price for Neon Inferno.