What is twin stick shooter?

A twin stick shooter is a subgenre of shoot 'em up video games where the player controls a character or vehicle using two analog sticks, one to move and the other to aim and shoot in different directions. The term "twin stick" refers to the two control sticks typically found on modern game controllers.

In twin stick shooters, players must navigate through various levels while simultaneously aiming and shooting at enemies. These games often feature fast-paced action, challenging gameplay, and a wide variety of weapons and power-ups to help the player survive against waves of enemies.

Some popular twin stick shooter games include Geometry Wars, Nex Machina, Enter the Gungeon, and Helldivers. Twin stick shooters are commonly found on consoles, PC, and mobile devices, and are known for their addictive gameplay and intense challenges.