Planned Release Date: 2026

About This Game

Developed solo by one-person, Space Cowboy Radio is an action-RPG shoot-em-up where you play as a member of The Breaker’s Union, fighting to take back the galaxy from the ruthless megacorporation Milco.

Choose from three unique union pilots, each with their own ship, active/passive abilities, and upgrade path. Travel a branching system map, take on high-risk missions, and collect data shards to power up your core vessel. Between battles, visit merchants, upgrade your build, and intercept forbidden transmissions from a pirate radio station spreading hope, music — and rebellion.

With original music, radio-driven storytelling, and fast-paced side-scrolling action, Space Cowboy Radio blends the intensity of shoot-em-ups with the long-term progression of an RPG.

Key Features

A Solo-Dev Indie Game

Crafted by a single developer with original music, original art, and an evolving sci-fi universe.

Three Unique Union Pilots

Choose from Nova, Nyx, or Ash — each with their own playstyle and ship.

Side-Scrolling Combat, RPG Progression

Dodge bullets, take down patrols, and face Milco bosses in shoot-em-up style combat — while upgrading your ship, leveling your abilities, and managing resources like a true ARPG.

Branching System Map

Chart your own course across the galaxy. Each jump means new battles, merchants, and secrets to uncover.

Data Shards = Power

Collect shards to enhance your core vessel’s speed, weapons, defenses, purchase powerful modifications, and more — tailoring your build to your chosen pilot.

Broadcast-Driven Narrative

Uncover Milco’s secrets through atmospheric radio transmissions, voiceovers, and coded messages embedded in the soundtrack.

Original Soundtrack

Every level features custom ambient, lofi, or synth-infused tracks composed specifically for the world of Space Cowboy Radio.

You are the signal.

They are the static.

Tune in, and burn them out.