Galak-Z: The Dimensional
- August 4, 2015
- 17-BIT
Challenging but immaculately calibrated controls power an exciting and enormously rewarding sci-fi roguelike.
"Galak-Z is a modern, A.I. and physics-driven open-world action game, viewed through the lens of the classic 16-bit space shooter. It’s 2D combat taken to the next level. Players will take control of a variety of classic spacecraft inspired by anime of the late 70’s and early 80’s, piloted by a cast of characters every bit as colorful as the rainbow-hued explosions erupting all around them. Newton…
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Reviews
- Wonderful cartoonish presentation and beautiful anime-inspired visuals enhance the gaming experience.
- Tight and thrilling gameplay with rewarding mechanical mastery and exciting upgrades.
- Unique concept with a distinct visual style and deep gameplay that offers a challenging yet exhilarating experience.
- Infuriating progression system and lack of substantial gameplay variety can lead to a feeling of wasted time.
- Sharp learning curve and punishing difficulty may frustrate players, especially those not keen on challenges.
- Limited replayability due to the absence of NG+ options and a focus on score-chasing rather than meaningful choices.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Galak-Z: The Dimensional is characterized by tight controls, rewarding mechanics, and a unique visual style that enhances the experience. While many players appreciate the thrilling and challenging nature of the game, some criticize the progression system for being frustrating and the overall gameplay variety for lacking depth. Despite these mixed feelings, the game is praised for its rewarding upgrades and the depth it offers to dedicated players.
“A unique concept, brilliant execution, and excellent mechanics make Galak-Z: The Dimensional a stellar title.”
“Tight controls and rewarding mechanical mastery, beautiful anime-inspired visuals, upgrades are exciting to unlock and use; mech gameplay is the best mech experience this generation.”
“The infuriating progression system makes you feel like you're constantly wasting your time, and there's a lack of substantial gameplay variety, with no extra content or online features.”
“Galak-Z has a distinct visual style and an uncompromising, unforgiving gameplay style to match. There is a lot of depth for those who stick it out.”
“The gameplay is tight and thrilling, but the temporary nature of upgrading your ship can be quite frustrating.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their beautiful anime-inspired visuals, enhancing the overall experience of the game. Players appreciate the tight controls and rewarding mechanics, which, combined with exciting upgrades, contribute to what is considered the best mech gameplay of this generation.
“The beautiful anime-inspired visuals truly elevate the gaming experience.”
“The graphics are stunning and bring the world to life in a vibrant way.”
“The attention to detail in the visuals makes every moment visually captivating.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is somewhat limited, as it lacks options for new game plus (NG+) or challenge runs, which may frustrate players seeking a more challenging experience.
“The game offers a variety of choices that significantly change the outcome, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
“With multiple endings and diverse character paths, I find myself coming back to explore every possible scenario.”
“The dynamic world and evolving storylines encourage me to replay the game to uncover all its secrets.”
“Might frustrate those who aren’t keen on a challenge; the lack of options for New Game Plus or challenge runs hurts replayability a bit.”
“Once you complete the game, there’s little incentive to go back and play it again.”
“The story is linear and doesn’t change with different playthroughs, making it feel repetitive after the first run.”
Critic Reviews
Intergalactic classic -- Galak-Z: The Dimensional review
A unique concept, brilliant execution and excellent mechanics make Galak-Z: The Dimensional a stellar title. Perfectly capturing the Gundam pilot inside all of us, this is must-have material for anyone who’s always wanted to fly away in a mech and take down some imperial scum.
90%Galak-Z: The Dimensional Review – Coming In Kinda Warm
Galak-Z is a fun take on the rouge like, and as punishing as they come. Maybe you like that, maybe you don't. Stick with in and Galak-Z will reward you, but it sure isn't going to make it easy.
70%Galak-Z review: into the void
Galak-Z is equal parts punishing and exhilarating
90%
