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2024ActionIndieCasual4.99 USDWindows · macOSby Chad Barrett
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Frequently asked about 2nd Shot

How much does 2nd Shot cost?
2nd Shot is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to 2nd Shot?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside 2nd Shot are Dead End City, Insectipede, Ultra Mission™.
Who developed 2nd Shot?
2nd Shot was developed by Chad Barrett and published by Chaotic Entertainment, LLC.

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