Ricochet (2000)
Genres:Puzzle, Shooter
Themes:Action, Science fiction
Game modes:Multiplayer
Story:A futuristic action game that challenges your agility as well as your aim, Ricochet features one-on-one and team matches played in a variety of futuristic battle arenas.
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Everyone on steam already owns this game, whether they or not they wanted it to begin with. It's time GOG players feel that as well. I've started picking this game up more often as the steam version has modded bot servers to play one due to it being completely dead. But I always think Ricochet has the chance for a comeback (I'm in denial).
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