Returnal is a third-person roguelike shooter developed by Housemarque and released in 2021 for the PlayStation 5. The game combines fast-paced, bullet-hell style combat with a dark, atmospheric sci-fi setting. Players control Selene, an astronaut who crash-lands on the alien planet Atropos and is trapped in a time loop. Each death restarts the cycle, with the planet changing layout and enemies each time. As players delve deeper, they uncover the mystery behind the time loop and Selene's connection to the planet. The game is praised for its challenging gameplay, stunning visuals, and engaging narrative.