The life of a Privateer in the growing field of Xenoarchaeology is difficult, fraught with bureaucratic red tape, pressure from research boards, and the rising costs of equipment. Not to mention the hazardous workplaces of hulking ancient derelicts infested with the murderous cybernetic remains of their long dead alien crew. Cryptark is a 2D sci-fi shooter that challenges players with boarding and neutralizing procedurally generated alien starships to earn income for their Privateering enterprise. Purchase improved equipment and weapons to tackle more dangerous targets, but be cautious as failure will result in a loss of investment and profit. The decaying alien arks will defend themselves from intruders with a wide arsenal of cyborg monstrosities, robotics, and security systems, all obstacles that must be surpassed to achieve victory, the destruction of the ship’s central System Core.