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Pest Control — Free Retro Run-and-Gun | 5 Levels, 5 Bosses!

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Hey everyone!

I'm an independent developer working under the name KushZombie, and I recently released my first game, Pest Control!

The idea actually started when I was a kid. I wanted to create my own over-the-top action game about an exterminator fighting a massive underground insect infestation. Decades later, I finally brought it to life.

What's in the game:

Five complete levels with five unique bosses
Retro-inspired 2D run-and-gun action
Five weapons and 20 achievements
Easy, Normal, and Hard difficulties
Original hard-rock soundtrack generated with my locally hosted Aubum AI system
Keyboard, controller, and mobile support
Free browser play and an optional Windows download

I handled the original concept, creative direction, and playtesting, working with AI tools including Claude and ChatGPT on development.

Play Pest Control free here:
https://kushzombie.itch.io/pest-control

Watch the official trailer:
https://youtu.be/zry01Gqj2VQ

This has been a personal passion project, and I'd love to hear what other players think, especially about the bosses and overall gameplay.

Thanks for checking it out!

Rick / KushZombie