Acecraft's Sky Hero: PAX 2025 Demos, Exclusive Merch

• Acecraft will be at PAX West 2025
• Attendees can try a new demo and collect exclusive merchandise
• Higher scores earn more tokens for special giveaways

Rubberhose animation seems to be having a major moment. Whether it's classics like Cuphead or today's feature, Acecraft: Sky Hero! This cartoon-inspired take on a beloved genre offers a fresh twist. If you're intrigued by this bullet-hell shooter, you'll be excited to learn that Acecraft is heading to PAX 2025 with an all-new playable demo.

The influence of Cuphead is clear in Acecraft, from the film-grain visuals and stylish animations to the eccentric boss designs. However, Acecraft is far from a simple imitation. It carves its own path with a top-down, Galaga-style bullet-hell approach rather than 2D platforming.

At PAX 2025, visitors can get hands-on with Acecraft and test their skills. The reward? The better your performance, the more tokens you earn. These tokens can be exchanged for exclusive Acecraft merchandise available only at PAX 2025, with higher demo scores unlocking greater token rewards.

Take to the skies!

Acecraft launches on August 28th, just before PAX West begins on the 29th. I'm sure many of you will spend those early hours mastering the game to achieve top scores before trying the demo. It's fascinating to see merchandise play such a central role for a mobile-first title like Acecraft.

It's also worth noting how PAX, Gamescom, and similar events have stepped up to fill the void left by E3. Has this shift helped mobile gaming gain more prominence? Something to ponder.

But what about bullet hell? Isn't bullet heaven the new trend? Both genres have their merits. If you prefer being the one dishing out the damage, check out our list of top bullet heaven games, including genre-defining titles like Vampire Survivors.