Galactic Wars EX

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Galactic Wars EX is a single player and multiplayer arcade shooter game. It was developed by Volcano Bytes and was released on April 21, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

"Galactic Wars" is a real-time strategy game set in space where players must build and manage their own space empire. Gather resources, research technology, and construct a diverse range of spaceships to explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate. Engage in large-scale PvP battles against other players or AI-controlled factions to assert dominance in the galaxy.

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graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Galactic Wars EX offers a unique take on the shoot 'em up genre, requiring players to manage their shots and energy effectively, which adds depth and strategy.
The game features great retro visuals and a nostalgic arcade feel, appealing to fans of classic shmups.
It provides a challenging experience with different ships and power-ups, making each run feel fresh and engaging.

The game lacks an options menu, preventing players from adjusting controls, display settings, or audio levels, which can lead to frustration.
The missile power-up is ineffective, being slow and easily destroyed, which diminishes its usefulness in gameplay.
Continues feel punishing as players restart with no upgrades, making it difficult to progress, especially during boss fights.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by innovative mechanics that challenge traditional genre tropes, requiring players to manage shots and learn enemy patterns across three distinct levels. Each level introduces new mechanics, enhancing replayability as players navigate through the game while adapting to its unique energy weapon system. Overall, the game offers a compelling blend of strategy and skill, making it engaging despite its brevity.
- “The limited energy weapon mechanic does make it stand out between other shmups.”
- “It's only 3 levels long but each has its own mechanics and feels different, allowing you to learn as you go and replay, as you will die many times trying to get to the finish.”
- “This game takes the most common--near universal--mechanical tropes of the genre and turns them on their ear.”
- “It's only 3 levels long but each has its own mechanics and feels different and allows you to learn as you go and replay as you will die many times trying to get to the finish.”
- “Level 1 space = starter level designed to force the player to understand the game's power-up mechanics.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by beautiful pixel art and charming visuals that effectively capture a retro aesthetic, earning praise for their nostalgic appeal.
- “The beautiful pixel art and the overall cute visuals complete the retro aesthetic of the game.”
- “Great retro visuals!”
- “Love the retro aesthetics!”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players note that the game features a strong emphasis on grinding, particularly through speed running strategies, high score challenges, and achievement hunting, making it appealing for those who enjoy competitive play and mastery.
- “The game feels more like a chore than fun, with endless grinding for levels and upgrades.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, and it felt like I was just going in circles without any real progress.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding in this game makes it hard to stay engaged; it quickly becomes tedious.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, noting that the distinct flying mechanics of each character enhance the overall experience and encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The variety in gameplay styles keeps me coming back for more, adding a significant level of replayability.”
- “Each character offers a unique experience, which greatly enhances the game's replayability.”
- “The different strategies and paths available make every playthrough feel fresh, ensuring high replayability.”
- “The different flight mechanics add a level of replayability.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect is criticized for its frustrating gameplay mechanics, particularly when players continue with no upgrades, making boss encounters feel unnecessarily challenging and leading to a sense of repetitiveness.