Here are the latest details, via Byteproduct:
Rethinking Couch Cooperative Play for Shoot ‘Em Ups
Sturmjager features a two-player local couch cooperative mode designed around shared fun rather than punishing failure.
If a player loses all their lives, they aren’t locked out with an early “Game Over.” Instead, as long as the remaining player survives solo for roughly 30 seconds, the downed player automatically respawns back into the action.
Traditional shoot ’em ups often punish skill gaps in cooperative play, leaving less experienced players spectating. This mechanic ensures both players stay engaged.
Refinements Based on Announcement Trailer Feedback
Following feedback from our announcement trailer, we’ve made key updates addressing:
- Reworked Bullet Visibility – Showcased in the trailer, bullets now render on top of explosions and gameplay elements, feature a crisp black outline, and include high-contrast pink color-cycling to make projectiles stand out clearly against backgrounds.
- Keyboard Support – Currently in active development for the first look.
