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It can be migraine-inducing and seriously challenging, but Dimensions brings Geometry Wars back into play as one of the best twin-stick retro shooters around. Purists might find the 3D twist and new additions a distraction, but they add variation and layers of strategy, and the old modes are still there if you prefer them. With dazzling full HD visuals, this is a triumphant return for a fantastic shoot-em-up.
Developer Lucid Games has a firm handle on Geometry Wars' twin stick action, but sometimes struggles to put it to good use. The star-based progression system is a head-scratcher of a decision, as it likely blocks the majority of players, and is strictly there to give skilled players a real run for their money.
That inclusion isn't Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions' saving grace, exactly. Tallying its original content on its own, Dimensions offers a very replayable, highly varied take on a too-long dormant modern classic.
Flawless Victory: Games rated 10 aren't perfect, since nothing is, but they come as close as you could get in a given genre. The new must-have game in its sector, we're talking pure ecstasy....
Kai Schmidt: Beim Spielen von Geometry Wars 3 ist mir wieder einmal bewusst geworden, wie alt ich eigentlich bin. Ich kann mich an Spiele mit ähnlichem Konzept erinnern, die ich in meiner Kindheit bis zum Umfallen gezockt habe. Space Invaders, Galaga,...