Operation Hardcore

Dateline: Earth, 1999. An unprovoked alien invasion is underway. You, a total badass, don't really appreciate it. You won't stand for it. You're downright outraged. You pack up some essentials--guns, cigars, whiskey--and head out into the night. Little do you know that tonight you will make history. This is: Operation Hardcore.

Operation Hardcore is an action-packed 2D side-scrolling shooter inspired by classic twitchy action games of yesteryear, but with modern touches and conveniences.

• fight your way past enemies using a range of weapons
  
• double-jump your way around obstacles and hazards
  
• activate your traditional plasma-based shield to deflect enemy fire
  
• drink some whiskey to slow time and increase damage (...at the expense of mental clarity)
  
• strap on a jetpack and get airborne for some classic forced-scrolling challenges
  
• collect coins to purchase items, we...