Geometry Wars: Galaxies

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8
very good
 
CRITICS SCORE
7.9
(37 ratings)
GAMER SCORE
8.1
(284 ratings)

The Good

Revamped control scheme provides surprisingly solid accuracy, Gameplay is still intense and engaging, Galaxy mode is deep and addictive, Visuals are sharp and colorful, Multiplayer is good fun.

The Bad

Visual fidelity and game speed are worn down a bit, Control scheme is accurate, but also a bit tough on the hands, No online multiplayer.

The Bottom Line

The Geometry Wars: Galaxies videogame also includes the full version of Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved, winner of IGN's 2005 Best XBLA Title of The Year.

The Geometry Wars: Galaxies videogame allows players to blast-off on action-paced quests across the galaxy, defending solar systems one by one, defeating waves of alien enemies on new and classic Battle Grids.

For the first time ever, the Geometry Wars videogame will let players battle via hot seat, co-op, simultaneous and versus in multiplayer mode. Those that own both the Nintendo DS and Wii can link the game together using Wi-Fi to unlock bonus content. Elite players will be able to challenge the universe by posting high scores on the Wii's online leader board.

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Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
70/100
score

The control scheme has its quirks, but this is still an intense and enjoyable shooter.

GameZone review logo
78/100
score

The only two issues are the control scheme is not as good and many gamers might not be able to justify the higher price.

IGN review logo
78/100
score

The overall package still has some issues, including a choppy framerate once the action gets extremely intense, as well as a lack of analog control in the hardware, making for a control scheme that embraces the "DS-itis" that games like Metroid so kin

Game Features

Optimized for the Wii and DS.
All New Single-Player Campaign - Choose which solar system you'll save first. Then pick back up where you left off, if you can ever put it down!
All New Multiplayer -- Join together for co-op play or settle rivalries on the Nintendo Wii online leader boards.
Wii and DS Linked Content -- Link the DS and Wii versions to unlock bonus content. Combine your high scores for Elite leaderboard rankings.

Game Specs

Wireless
DS Multi-Card Play (1-2), DS Single-Card Play (1-2)

 
 

Controller Functions

GAMEPLAY CONTROLS

Control Pad
Control Firing

A Button
Control Movement

B Button
Control Movement

X Button
Control Movement

Y Button
Control Movement

 

L Button
Bomb Special

R Button
Send Wave (In Multiplayer Simultaneous Mode)

Touch Screen
Control Aiming. Control Movement.

Start
Pause Menu

 
 
Game Info
Platform:Nintendo DS
Release Date:11/27/2007
Publisher:Sierra
Developer:Kuju Entertainment
Genre:Shooter
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