"Stellar Mercenaries Launches Jupiter Expansion for Vertical-Scrolling Shooter"

Stellar Mercenaries has just launched its Jupiter Expansion, significantly expanding the game's universe. This major update nearly doubles the game's content, introducing new worlds, enemies, and missions to explore. If you're new to the game, Stellar Mercenaries is a thrilling vertical-scrolling action arcade space shooter where you undertake procedurally generated missions, customize your ships and weapons, and strive to become the most feared mercenary in the solar system.

What’s New in the Jupiter Expansion of Stellar Mercenaries?

The Jupiter Expansion transforms Jupiter and its moons—Ganymede, Io, and Europa—into dynamic battlegrounds, each with unique challenges. Ganymede presents a barren wasteland, Io is engulfed in volcanic debris, Europa is a frozen and treacherous landscape, and Jupiter itself is notorious for its fierce storms.

Two new factions enter the fray: the Jovian Empire, a formidable military force aiming to dominate the region, and the Pirate Council, a chaotic alliance of outlaws. The expansion enriches the gameplay with 50 new missions, featuring diverse objectives such as hyperspace hunting, piracy, escort duties, and train defense missions.

Players can now pilot six new ships: the Raider, Goblin, Mako, Boxer, Lightning, and Skybreaker. Additionally, the arsenal expands with new weapons like the Hyper Velocity Mortar, Plasma Seeker, EMP Rockets, Mauler Cannon, Electron Beam, and Neutron Beam.

New Hazards, Shields, and More

The update also introduces Tier 4 shields and armor, enhancing your defensive capabilities. New hazards to navigate include asteroid fields, elite enemy squadrons, and the formidable Pacifier. Some enemy mercenaries have been upgraded, introducing the new Nightmare, Riot, and Warhawk classes.

To complement the expanded gameplay, the Jupiter Expansion adds 14 new music tracks and introduces a new side missions system. Dive into the expanded universe of Stellar Mercenaries by checking it out on the Google Play Store—there's a wealth of new content waiting for you!

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