Geometry Arena

About

"Geometry Arena" is a free-form arena-shooter Roguelite where players build overpowered characters to dominate. With 12 roles, 12 color variations, 75 skill modules, and 28 difficulty options, the game offers countless combinations for a tailored experience. The upgrade system is deep and engaging, with adjustable light effects and hardcore character attributes, making for a challenging and rewarding experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 747 reviews

gameplay26 positive mentions

graphics4 negative mentions

Highly addictive gameplay with endless customization options and a variety of classes and upgrades.
Innovative difficulty management system that allows players to adjust the challenge in real-time, enhancing replayability.
Great value for the price, providing hours of fun and engaging mechanics reminiscent of classic arcade shooters.

Game can become unbalanced and trivialize challenge once players unlock powerful upgrades, leading to repetitive gameplay.
User interface is cluttered and could use polish, making it difficult to navigate and understand mechanics.
Lacks variety in enemy types and gameplay depth, which can lead to a feeling of sameness after a few runs.

gameplay
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
54%
9%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of simplicity and depth, offering a variety of mechanics and customization options that can lead to both engaging and repetitive experiences. While many players appreciate the fun and addictive nature of the game, some express concerns about a lack of replay value and the transition to autopilot gameplay after reaching certain power levels. Overall, the game is praised for its mechanical execution and the ability to create unique runs, though it may not provide an extensive long-term challenge.
- “The gameplay is so simple, yet addicting and fun to play.”
- “I've played dozens of roguelikes from Hades to Nova Drift, and this game is up there in the quality of its mechanical execution.”
- “Has really interesting mechanics and every time I play it's a completely different experience.”
- “Very repetitive gameplay.”
- “Unreadable, boring gameplay anyway.”
- “It feels like there are two games here: a game where you have to dodge and aim and otherwise play with mechanical skill, and then the autopilot game that quickly evolves into where you are so powerful and there are so many enemies that even trying to dodge or aim is pointless and at that point the game is just playing itself and you are buying upgrades and gearing up.”
replayability
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
21%
11%
Overall, the game exhibits a strong sense of replayability, with many players praising its variety of progression, customization options, and unique run experiences. While some reviews mention a decline in replay value after extended play, the majority highlight the game's depth, challenges, and the ability to create personal challenges as key factors that enhance its replayability. Overall, it is considered a fun and engaging title that offers significant replay value, especially for its price.
- “What I can definitely say is that it's incredibly fun, with a huge bevy of progression and customization options that make it nearly infinitely replayable.”
- “Great game, very replayable, and every run feels unique.”
- “I can see this having a ton of replay value between all the different upgrade options, difficulties/modes, classes, etc. It seems fairly common for a run to get insanely overpowered, which adds to the fun and chaos of it all.”
- “Autism game, overall gameplay is much more fun than the sequel but suffers in lack of replay value after a certain point.”
- “Not enough replayability.”
- “Basic and easy to learn/play with replay value.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
77%
13%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users criticizing them as simplistic and lacking challenge. While some appreciate the bright colors and particle effects that add visual flair, others find these elements detract from visibility. Overall, there is a consensus that the graphics could benefit from a significant overhaul to enhance the gaming experience.
- “It's easy to see everything, and due to lots of interesting particle effects and some bright colors, there is a lot of visual flair in the visuals.”
- “Graphics are great for such a simple game!”
- “I love retro pixelated graphics and other low-quality style visuals, but this game isn't one of those kinds of experiences.”
- “The graphics could be better though and some of the settings like particles and glow actually make it impossible to see.”
- “It is cheap and small and simplistic in terms of visuals.”
- “First off, the worst aspect is the graphics.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
45%
36%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it catchy and enjoyable, while others criticize it for being repetitive and limited to short loops. Many users appreciate the option to mute the music, indicating that it can become grating over time. Overall, while some enjoy the soundtrack as a relaxing backdrop, others feel it detracts from the gaming experience.
- “Some classes can be super fun to play, the projectiles look nice and the music, even though it's one song that gets remixed when bosses appear, is nice as well.”
- “Amazing game, amazing music, amazing price.”
- “Very fun game with lots of variety (classes/talents/upgrade) and catchy music.”
- “Repetitive music”
- “My only thing is the music can get a bit repetitive after a while, so I just use my music player instead.”
- “Tetris trance like never before, after a few hours all you can see are shapes approaching you menacingly as you hear a three-second music loop that doesn't drive you half as insane as it ought to.”
grinding
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
63%
Players consistently note that the game involves significant grinding, particularly when farming for stars or geometry, with some suggesting it may require an excessive time commitment akin to "needing a second life." Overall, the grinding aspect is a prominent feature that may deter some players.
- “It also does get very grindy when you're farming for stars or geometry.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Every MMO ever is type of grindy.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game lacks a substantial campaign or story mode, offering only a basic wave-based arcade experience and a minimal tutorial, which leaves players wanting more narrative depth.
- “However, you will notice the lack of any real campaign or story mode, very simple wave-based arcade mode, and extremely limited tutorial.”
- “However, you will notice the lack of any real campaign or story mode, very simple wave-based arcade mode, and extremely limited tutorial.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The monetization in this idle grind game is heavily focused on microtransactions, with gameplay pacing seemingly designed to encourage in-game purchases.
- “In-game purchases are well-integrated into the gameplay experience.”
- “The monetization model is fair and offers value without feeling forced.”
- “This is an idle grind game with pacing designed for microtransactions.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be a standout feature, often describing it as funny and engaging. The comedic elements contribute to its addictive nature, making it an enjoyable experience to play during breaks. Overall, the humor enhances the game's appeal and keeps players entertained.
- “Addictive, something to play in between, awesome, funny.”
- “Tell what is happening and that made me laugh :)”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users appreciate the emotional depth of the game, highlighting its wholesome nature and the developer's serious approach to creating a meaningful experience. Overall, the emotional aspect is well-received and contributes positively to the game's impact.
- “The developer takes it seriously, and it is really wholesome. Great job!”
- “The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; it truly resonated with my own experiences.”
- “I felt a strong connection to the characters, and their struggles mirrored my own, making the experience incredibly impactful.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization, with users reporting significant performance issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “Lastly, the game completely fails in terms of performance.”