Buy it if you like
- Gameplay: 35 reviews raised it, mostly praise
- Graphics: 33 reviews raised it, mostly praise
- Controls: 21 reviews raised it, mostly praise
Think twice if you dislike
- Crashes: 8 reviews raised it, mostly criticism
Based on 1k player reviews · updated
What players think
The recurring themes across 300 analysed reviews: what players praise, what divides them, and what to know.
Why players love itThings to know
60% of themes are praise30% are divided10% are complaints
Gameplay
Players who bring up Gameplay mostly praise it.
35 of 300 sampled reviews raised it
Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved is a remarkable demonstration of how a simple arcade concept can deliver an addictive and challenging experience without relying on complicated mechanics or elaborate storytelling.
Graphics
Players who bring up Graphics mostly praise it.
33 of 300 sampled reviews raised it
Its precise controls, satisfying scoring mechanics, distinctive visuals, and demanding survival gameplay create an experience that continues to reward dedication.
Controls
Players who bring up Controls mostly praise it.
21 of 300 sampled reviews raised it
GW1 suppports modern resolutions like 2560x1440 or 3840x2160 and supports every controller I've ever used - Neptune (Deck), xinput and Sony.
Steam Deck
Players who bring up Steam Deck mostly praise it.
14 of 300 sampled reviews raised it
Steam Deck compatibility is officially Verified, with functional default controls, readable interface text, and satisfactory performance under the recommended settings.
Audio
Players who bring up Audio mostly praise it.
7 of 300 sampled reviews raised it
Sound design strengthens the overall presentation through electronic music and sharp arcade effects that complement the constant action.
Co-op
Players who bring up Co-op mostly praise it.
5 of 300 sampled reviews raised it
An awesome board-game like game that give hours of fun, especially with friends.
Theme by theme
Scored on what reviews say about each topic, not the thumbs.
Players love
Gameplay35 reviews
Graphics33 reviews
Controls21 reviews
Steam Deck14 reviews
Audio7 reviews
Co-op5 reviews
Divided opinion
Difficulty88% still recommend
Story100% still recommend
Linux compatibility67% still recommend
Players complain
Crashes38% still recommend
What you get
Can you play it alone, does a controller work, does it run on your machine.
Play modes
- Single-player
Controller
- Full controller support
Store features
- Family Sharing
- Remote Play on TV
Platforms
- Windows
Valve device support
Steam DeckVerified
SteamOSPlayable
Steam MachineVerified
Should I buy it now?
Based on Steam price history.
Prices have been lower
$3.99
The lowest we've tracked is $1.99.
8 points recordedtoday · $3.99
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