There are few creators of space games who can rival the CVs of the team behind Dimension Drive, previously engineers in the space exploration sector. Perhaps unsurprisingly, they’ve brought a distinct perspective to the arcade 2D shooter, a genre usually constrained by rigid conventions.

All the prerequisites are here: a nimble starfighter, shooting down enemies and dodging swarms of bullets. But the screen is also divided into two distinct areas: the titular dimensions, which you can warp between to avoid enemies or recharge your weapons. Initially this can feel a little clumsy, but it adds an intriguing puzzle element to the gameplay. Also boasting some great boss fights, Dimension Drive would benefit from a little more scoring complexity and strategic depth, but is great fun, challenging and admirably innovative.