WAVECADE

WAVECADE

Andrew Spalato · July 10, 2022 · Retro, Bullet Time, Sci-fi, Colorful, Shoot 'Em Up

Buy WAVECADE from Epic Game Store at $4.99 — the cheapest of 3 stores we compare.

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Where to buy WAVECADE — official stores

Epic Game Store
Epic Game Store
Standard Edition · Epic Games
$4.99
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GOG
GOG
Standard Edition · DRM-Free
-30%
$6.99
$9.99
Buy
Steam
Steam
Standard Edition · Steam
$9.99
Buy

WAVECADE price by region

WAVECADE costs £2.75 in the United Kingdom, R$3.49 in Brazil, CA$3.99 in Canada, €4.49 in Europe (EUR), $4.99 in the United States, $4.99 in Georgia (USD), NZ$6.59 in New Zealand, zł6.89 in Poland and A$6.99 in Australia right now.

Cheapest WAVECADE offer in each region, in local currency
RegionBest priceOfficial storeKey shopStores
United Kingdom £2.75 −30% £2.75 — 3
Brazil R$3.49 −30% R$3.49 — 3
Canada CA$3.99 −30% CA$3.99 — 3
Europe (EUR) €4.49 −30% €4.49 — 3
United Statesyour region $4.99 −30% $4.99 — 3
Georgia (USD) $4.99 −30% $4.99 — 3
New Zealand NZ$6.59 −30% NZ$6.59 — 3
Poland zł6.89 −30% zł6.89 — 3
Australia A$6.99 −30% A$6.99 — 3

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

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About WAVECADE

Inspired by classic arcade shooters such as 'Space Invaders' and 'Galaga', Wavecade brings back the original nostalgia feeling to players from arcades, using sleek retro 80's and sci-fi aesthetic.

TIME MANIPULATION:


Bend time at your will by moving up and down the screen. After each wave, the game speeds up a small amount. making the game more challenging on each new wave.

POWERUPS:


You can accumulate multiple powerups at the same time. Collecting the same powerup upgrades it and increases your time with them active.

ABILITIES:


Activate your ability when you are facing near certain destruction to turn the tables of the game. It might be the one thing that saves you from a GAME OVER.

BLOCKS:


Blocks spawn at the top of the playfield and move down the screen. Line up your shots and shoot them for points.
They can come in a variety of types:
  • Blocks can spawn randomly, in rows, in a single stream, or in a pattern spanning the playfield

HAZARDS:


Hazards can appear at any time and can lose you a life if you happen to hit any of them. They can help destroy blocks if you're agile enough, could be a blessing in disguise.

BOSSES:


Get far enough in Wavecade and you will find yourself in epic encounters with bosses. They will have an arsenal of abilities to GAME OVER you. Learn their patterns and overcome them.

MULTIPLAYER:


Invite or join a friend on Steam and destroy waves of blocks.
Your scores are saved to the leader boards with your names. How long can you stay #1?

VARIETY OF GAME MODES:

  • Competitive.
  • Relaxed.
  • One-hit KO.
  • No blocks shall pass.
  • Quick Game.

CUSTOMIZATION:


Personalize your player choose from a selection of ships, colors, skins and your propulsion effect.

FOR COMPETITORS:


Play the 'competitive' game mode, beat the highest score. And then maintain that score till the end of the season. The winner will receive a cash prize, a trophy in our hall of fame sections and bragging rights.

WAVECADE — game info

Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux / SteamOS
Player modes
Single-player, Online co-op, Split screen, Cross-platform multiplayer
Controller
Full controller support
PC Game Pass
Not included

DLC & expansions

🎁 Complete the collection

Base game + 2 of 2 DLC at today's best prices.

$15.47
to own everything

What Steam players say

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

Recommended Jun 14, 2026
I've barely gotten in to the game, but already enjoying it very much! Great visuals, great gameplay and and the pounding synth beats make it a worthwhile game!
Recommended Jul 19, 2025
The game is very enjoyable. Feels like a modern version of a space shooter game.
Recommended Jun 23, 2025
This game is superb! Lights down low and sound up is the way to play! It's a shoot 'em up which is a joy to play! I've already downloaded game on Android & Switch :) Dev also responds to feedback, which is nice to see. 100% Recommended.
Recommended Sep 22, 2024
Stunning visual design and game feel. Clearly a very passionate dev. Love all the power-up/firing pattern stuff.
Recommended Apr 27, 2024
If you ever wanted to play galaga at high speeds, with extreme bloom & a neon aesthetic then this is your game!! Very fun & addictive
Recommended Feb 26, 2024
A lot of insane potential for this game.

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