Neon Nova

Neon Nova

Arthuro Game Studios · February 7, 2024 · Arena Shooter, Top-Down Shooter, Twin Stick Shooter, Beat 'em up, PvE

Neon Nova is free to play — no purchase needed. We track it so you know if that ever changes.

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Neon Nova price

Neon Nova is free to play — there is no purchase price, on Steam or anywhere else we track. We keep watching it, so if it ever stops being free the price history on this page will show when that happened and what it changed to.

About Neon Nova

Immerse yourself in a futuristic world brimming with vibrant energy and intense arena battles with our groundbreaking Arena Ship Shooter. Neon Nova seamlessly blends fast-paced action, stunning neon aesthetics, and thrilling game modes for an unforgettable gaming experience.

Neon-Styled Atmosphere

Experience the thrill of a neon-drenched universe where vibrant colors and dynamic lighting effects bring the gameplay to life.

Diverse Game Modes

Engage in different game modes, whether it's classic Deathmatch, Checkpoint-Race or challenging Survival modes. Each mode offers a unique gameplay experience, upgrade your ship with Power Up's and ensuring hours of gaming excitement.

Customizable Spaceships

Tailor your ship to your personal style. Unlock new skins and colors to stand out in the arena and dominate your opponents in intergalactic combat.

Intuitive Controls

Enjoy seamless and intuitive controls, allowing you to navigate effortlessly through the neon arena and execute precise maneuvers in the heat of battle.

Challenging Enemies

Face a variety of challenging enemies, from skilled AI opponents to challenging arena fights. Each battle is unique, requiring tactical skill and quick reflexes.

Prepare to dive into the future of the Arena Ship Shooter with Neon Nova. Unlock skins, become the master of the arena, and dominate the neon universe!

Steam Deck Setup

If the game doesn't start on the Steam Deck, you need to go to the Steam library, select the game, go to 'Settings > Properties > Compatibility,' enable the Compatibility tool, and choose "Steam Linux Runtime."

Steam Deck Controller Setup

If you experience issues with the right stick while playing, go to the controller settings for the game on the Steam Deck (press the Steam button) and adjust the Death zone (slightly increase the left slider).

Neon Nova — game info

Platforms
Windows, Linux / SteamOS
Steam Deck
Playable
Player modes
Single-player
Controller
Full controller support
PC Game Pass
Not included

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Recommended Aug 20, 2024
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7 found this helpful
Recommended Feb 8, 2024
**Neon Nova - Clean Steam Review** **Graphics:** - [ ] Excellent - [X] Good - [ ] Average - [ ] Below Average - [ ] Poor **Music/Sound:** - [ ] Outstanding - [ ] Good - [X] Average - [ ] Below Average - [ ] Disappointing **Story/Plot:** - [ ] Engaging and Deep - [ ] Interesting and Well-told - [ ] Average but Entertaining - [ ] Predictable or Flat - [X] Missing entirely **Gameplay:** - [ ] Smooth and Intuitive - [ ] Fun and Varied - [X] Average but Solid - [ ] Boring or Repetitive - [ ] Unplayable or Flawed **Technical Performance:** - [ ] Very well optimized - [X] Acceptable but occasional issues - [ ] Average with frequent problems - [ ] Poorly optimized, many bugs - [ ] Unplayable due to technical issues **Overall Rating:** - [ ] Highly Recommended - [X] Recommended - [ ] Mixed Feelings - [ ] Not Recommended - [ ] Absolutely Not Recommended **Additional Comments:** It's a pretty nice and short Arena Ship Shooter. Love the lightning and style you went with. Achievements were good and challenging. The end level was also nice :D
2 found this helpful
Recommended Feb 8, 2024
Greatest Futuristic Space Invaders Game Ever!
1 found this helpful
Recommended May 21, 2025
The game's visuals are truly stunning with vibrant neon colors and dynamic lighting effects. This makes the game world come alive and provides an immersive experience.

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