Free to play in your browser
Star Assault is a free arcade browser game by colpolstudios. Play it on desktop, phone or tablet, with no download.
Star Assault: The Void Phalanx
Break through the Void Phalanx in a fast, retro-inspired space shooter built for the browser. Dodge enemy formations, chain combos, grab power-ups, and climb the ranks as the invasion escalates stage by stage. Features
5 stages — from First Contact to The Final Assault, each with tougher formations and faster enemy fire
Boss battles — Sector Commander and Void Overlord with multi-phase attacks
Power-ups — Spread shot, Rapid fire, Piercing rounds, Shield, and Extra Life (up to 5 ships)
Rank progression — Clear the campaign and loop at greater difficulty; reach Rank 5+ for victory
Combo scoring — Chain kills for bigger points
Attract mode — Title-screen demo with enemy intel between runs
Procedural audio — Lasers, explosions, hits, and engine thrust — no asset downloads
Play anywhere — HTML5 canvas; works on PC and phone (virtual joystick + touch fire)
Controls
Desktop
Move: WASD / Arrow keys / Left stick
Fire: Space / A / RT
Pause: P / Menu
Mute: M
Mobile
Virtual joystick to move
Hold FIRE to shoot
Tap START to begin
- Devices
- Desktop browser, mobile and tablet browser
- Input
- Keyboard & Mouse, Arrow Keys / WASD, Gamepad, touchscreen
- Latest update
- November 2026
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