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The X-Type

The X-Type

BinaryWriter · BinaryWriter · Aug 27, 2026
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Live player data is temporarily unavailable; historical values remain visible for context.

The X-Type - Steam Charts & Historical Stats

Master a modular arsenal and survive a biomechanical nightmare in this intense cinematic shmup. Explore historical player activity and pricing for The X-Type. Player-count data was last observed Sep 26, 2026.

Price
$15.99
Genre
Action
Developer
BinaryWriter

The X-Type player count and price summary

Current players
Unavailable
All-time peak
1
24-hour player change
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Current US price
$15.99

Player count last observed . Values marked unavailable are not estimated.

All-Time Peak

1
Aug 2026

Estimated Owners

0 .. 20,000
Estimate via SteamSpy

Game Insights

Buy Verdict

Wait — $15.99.

Wait for upcoming sale in ~4 days for potentially better pricing.

▬ ~4 days until next sale

Update Momentum

Moderate Updates — 0 patches in last 30 days.

1 patches and 1 news items in last 180 days. Latest patch effect size: 0.00.

▼ No recent patches
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Price History

Lowest Price
$14.39
Aug 2026 across all regions
Current Price
$15.99
US region
Price history across regions (last 30 days)

System Requirements

Platform Support
Windows
Windows Requirements
Minimum:
Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows 7 / 8 / 10 / 11 (64-bit)
  • Processor: Intel Core i3 (or similar AMD)
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Graphics card with DirectX 11 support or above
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 700 MB available space
  • Sound Card: Any sound card compatible with Windows
  • Additional Notes: It works on low-end computers. 2D game
Recommended:
Recommended:
  • OS: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
  • Processor: Intel Core i5
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 750 / AMD equivalent / Intel UHD 600 or higher
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 700 MB available space
  • Sound Card: Standard
  • Additional Notes: A modern PC is recommended for a smoother experience.
Controller Support
full
Pricing
Paid Game
Sale: 10% off
$15.99 $14.39

Additional Information

Categories
Single-player Steam Achievements Full controller support Adjustable Difficulty Keyboard Only Option DualShock Controller Support DualShock Controller Support DualSense Controller Support DualSense Controller Support Save Anytime Steam Input API Support Stereo Sound Family Sharing
Supported Languages
English*
*languages with full audio support

Current Pricing

🏷️
10% OFF SALE!
$15.99 $14.39

Additional Information

🏆 Achievements
13
total achievements
Featured:
Untouchable
Survivor
🇧🇷 DEJUS Rating
10
Brazilian rating
🇩🇪 Steam Germany
12
German classification
🆘 Support
🎁 Purchase Options
1
package options

Developer Analytics

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About This Game

Master a modular arsenal and survive a biomechanical nightmare in this intense cinematic shmup. Face grotesque aberrations, unlock achievements, and conquer the hardcore mode. 7 complete levels with its own epic boss and weapons!

Detailed Description

A biomechanical nightmare comes to life in this side-scrolling shmup inspired by arcade classics.

Dive into a grotesque universe where technology and flesh fuse into living aberrations. Pilot your ship through relentless waves of biomechanical horrors in a fast-paced action shooter that combines classic R-Type gameplay with a visceral aesthetic inspired by H.R. Giger.

🔫 Key Features

Dynamic Combat System

4 Unique Weapons: Piercing Laser, Area Plasma, Regular Shot, and devastating Spread Shot

Power-up system with strategic cooldowns to prevent repetitive gameplay

Perfect Kill System: Eliminate enemies quickly for bonuses and better loot drops

Progression and Challenge

Adaptive difficulty system that scales with your skill level

Strategic checkpoints to maintain tension without frustration

Combo and Ranking system (D to S) that rewards precision

Immersive Experience

Multi-layered parallax scrolling for deep visual immersion

Integrated cinematics that narrate the story without breaking the flow

Epic Bosses with complex attack patterns and destructible phases

Endless Replayability

Achievement system that tracks your progress and feats

Multiple difficulty paths to master

Speedrun-friendly design with a precise distance tracking system

🎨 Unique Visual Style

Forget the typical colorful aliens. Here, you will face Bio-Hunters lurking from the shadows, Mini Bio-Dragons flying in lethal formations, and Bio-Dogs leaping from biomechanical platforms. Every enemy is a piece of grotesque art in constant motion.

⚡ What's Coming

This is just the beginning. Currently under active development with plans for:

New enemy types and massive bosses

More experimental weapons and power-ups

Alternative game modes

Permanent upgrade system

Local Co-op (under consideration)

For those who grew up with Gradius, R-Type, and Contra, but seek something darker, more visceral, more... biomechanical.

"In space, no one can hear you scream... but your enemies will hear the roar of your plasma."

CURRENT CONTENT:

  • 1 Full, Long Level.

  • Complete Gameplay Mechanics.

  • Boss Fight included.

  • Levels 2 and 3 will arrive in future updates at no extra cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The X-Type worth buying right now?
Wait — $15.99. Wait for upcoming sale in ~4 days for potentially better pricing.
When does The X-Type go on sale?
Wait for upcoming sale in ~4 days for potentially better pricing.
Is The X-Type still getting updates?
Moderate Updates — 0 patches in last 30 days. 1 patches and 1 news items in last 180 days. Latest patch effect size: 0.00.
Is The X-Type free to play?
The X-Type costs $15.99 on Steam.
What genre is The X-Type?
The X-Type is a Action game.
Who developed The X-Type?
The X-Type was developed by BinaryWriter and published by BinaryWriter.
What platforms does The X-Type support?
Available on Steam for Windows.