StarHawk

StarHawk is a side-scrolling space shooter where you pilot an upgradeable ship through five stages of enemy-packed territory. Each level presents different environmental backdrops and enemy formations. The game uses parallax scrolling to create depth as you dodge bullets and return fire. Between waves, you collect power-ups that modify your ship's weapons and capabilities—different loadouts change how you approach encounters. Boss fights cap off each stage. The upgrade system lets you adapt your firepower and defenses based on what's working. If you want a shooter that rewards experimentation with builds rather than pure memorization, this delivers that loop across its campaign.