Galactic Warrior

You control a lone starfighter, moving it with the arrow keys or mouse across a scrolling starfield. The immediate goal is to survive waves of alien ships that fly in from the top of the screen. You fire your ship's weapon with a mouse click or the control key, and a space bar press activates a temporary shield that can block incoming fire. The game moves at a steady pace, with the difficulty ramping up as more enemies and different attack patterns appear. Your broader objective is to push through these waves to confront a final, larger enemy. The experience feels focused and direct, a test of quick reflexes and timing against an increasing onslaught.