Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions Evolved

90%
Game Brain Score Based on 957 reviews
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  • gameplay
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Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions Evolved is a frenetic, arcade-style shooter with 3D grids and intense action. The game features a campaign mode with 50 stages, classic modes, and online cooperative play. With a wide range of upgrades and customization options, Geometry Wars 3 provides a challenging and engaging experience for fans of the series and newcomers alike.

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 957 reviews
graphics70 positive mentions
grinding6 negative mentions
  • Visually stunning with fantastic colors and shapes, creating an immersive experience.
  • Highly addictive gameplay that keeps players coming back for more, with a variety of modes and challenges.
  • Includes classic modes from previous Geometry Wars games, providing nostalgia and familiarity.
  • Difficulty spikes can feel unfair, with enemies spawning unexpectedly and causing cheap deaths.
  • Some players find the 3D levels confusing, making it hard to track enemies and navigate effectively.
  • The soundtrack is considered less memorable compared to previous installments, detracting from the overall experience.
  • graphics141 mentions

    The graphics in Geometry Wars 3 have received mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning visuals, vibrant colors, and fluid animations that enhance the gameplay experience. However, some players have criticized the graphics for being overly flashy and occasionally obstructive, making it difficult to track gameplay elements. Overall, while the game showcases impressive modern graphics, there are concerns about visual clarity and performance issues on certain systems.

    • “Visuals and sounds are very cool and definitely the biggest thing this game has going for itself.”
    • “The visuals are really good and the gameplay is very fluid.”
    • “Stunning visuals and fast heart-throbbing pace.”
    • “The problem is: I can't have the 'detail' set at its max successfully without the visuals disappearing all the time.”
    • “This PC port is broken and literally unplayable on anything other than low graphics.”
    • “Personally, I feel the art style in this game is inferior to Geometry Wars 2, mainly because it sacrifices visual clarity and player information for 'fancy' graphics and animations that are unnecessary.”
  • music133 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its energetic techno soundtrack that complements the vibrant visuals and fast-paced gameplay. However, some players feel that the soundtrack lacks the memorability and intensity of previous installments, describing it as repetitive or generic at times. Overall, while the music enhances the gaming experience for many, others prefer to mute it and play their own tracks.

    • “The music is fantastic, visuals are fantastic, and gameplay is simple yet addictive.”
    • “The soundtrack is amazing and the insane amount of levels will keep you busy for a while.”
    • “Geometry Wars 3 is a fun arcade-style shooter with a colorful retro art style, great gameplay, and a pretty dope techno soundtrack.”
    • “The overall sound design is pretty poor along with the music not being that great on top of that.”
    • “The music is blandly average and doesn't really ramp up with the intensity of the levels.”
    • “The only real downside I have with this game is that the classic mode music tracks don't have quite the same addictive appeal that Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved had.”
  • gameplay127 mentions

    The gameplay of the latest installment in the Geometry Wars series is characterized by its fluid mechanics, addictive nature, and a mix of classic and innovative modes, including a new adventure mode with varied 3D environments. While many players appreciate the vibrant visuals and engaging score-chasing elements, some express frustration with enemy spawning mechanics and the occasional muddled graphics that can detract from the experience. Overall, the game offers a challenging yet enjoyable arcade shooter experience that appeals to both newcomers and fans of the series.

    • “The gameplay is great, the music is just awesome, the colors and graphics are still amazing to watch all these years later!”
    • “The production values are top-notch and the gameplay is finely tuned and addictive & varied enough to keep you playing for hours and continue coming back to it.”
    • “Geometry Wars 3 is as revolutionary as the original game, bringing all sorts of gameplay changes, awesome music, sweet visuals, and an outstanding game to play.”
    • “I went from the old reboot to the new one, and going back and forth between the two games, there are a few key mechanics that force you to put yourself in danger, and then enemies instantly spawn on you. The graphics also become very muddled, with enemies exploding into shards that look like enemies instead of just sparks. It's just a bit of a frustrating mess.”
    • “The gameplay changes made since Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 1 make Geometry Wars 3 unnecessarily frustrating and artificially difficult.”
    • “They created a mechanic whereby spawning enemies first show a spotlight on the map and then materialize a second later, often killing you on the spot even though you were shooting them, but they happen to spawn right as you pass by.”
  • story41 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is largely minimal, with many players noting that it lacks a substantial narrative, often describing it as a series of numbered levels rather than a cohesive story. While there are various modes and challenges that add depth to gameplay, including boss fights and the introduction of companion drones, the overall sentiment is that the game does not prioritize storytelling, focusing instead on arcade-style action and replayability. Some players express a desire for a more developed storyline, suggesting that even a simple narrative could enhance the experience.

    • “The nature of story mode might seem a bit head-scratching at first, but its execution makes it feel like a natural extension of the game's experience.”
    • “Their is a story mode with a wide variety of different challenges as well as boss fights that are quite challenging if not done properly.”
    • “As well as an array of classic modes found in past games, dimensions has also included a story mode.”
    • “The story is... what did you actually expect a story?”
    • “Its quite a simple game, with no story to speak of.”
    • “There's no story.”
  • replayability20 mentions

    Overall, the game offers strong replayability, particularly for players who enjoy chasing high scores and competing on leaderboards. With a variety of maps, power-ups, and long-term goals, many users find the replay value to be excellent, though some note that the difficulty in unlocking certain features may affect the experience. While it may not reach the replayability of some previous titles in the series, it still provides ample opportunities for repeated play.

    • “A lot of maps and infinite replayability to strive for high scores.”
    • “This iteration of the series has a couple of features that really extend replayability.”
    • “The best part of this game and the main reason for replayability was always the leaderboards.”
    • “Lots of replay value if you like to chase high scores.”
  • grinding7 mentions

    Players note that while some light grinding is necessary for upgrading drones and achieving high scores, it can become tedious, especially when trying to complete challenges or earn achievements. The grind for resources and points can lead to hours spent replaying levels, which may frustrate those looking for a more streamlined experience. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a mixed bag—necessary for progression but potentially annoying for completionists.

    • “Not much to complain about, except that the achievements are kind of badly done - there's none for 3-starring the ultimate and hardcore levels, and there's one for just grinding a lot!”
    • “The classic play types are still there, and the rest of the game is fun, but you'll spend hours grinding the same levels for just a few more points so you can get enough stars to continue the game.”
    • “This can be annoying, as sometimes you probably can't finish a level with 3 stars unless you spend time grinding geoms to upgrade your stuff (and you will have to do so unless you're highly skilled).”
  • stability7 mentions

    The game's stability is mixed; while it runs smoothly on lower-end machines and supports various controllers, players report significant visual glitches and in-game bugs, such as unexpected auto-restarts and issues with fullscreen mode. These problems can detract from the overall experience, leading to occasional player deaths due to errors not of their own making.

    • “It runs great on less capable machines (I have a Surface Pro and I can run it at 1080p on medium and get a very smooth framerate, if not 60 fps). It supports the DualShock 4 out of the box, and it has a pacifism mode.”
    • “Runs great for me.”
    • “Runs great on Windows 10.”
    • “This makes the player die occasionally not because of their own error but due to visual glitches.”
    • “Secondly, there are in-game glitches, like how it auto-restarts without telling you how you did in the previous round in classic mode.”
    • “This is a buggy game; the fullscreen mode is broken, but you can fix it by playing in borderless window mode.”
  • optimization7 mentions

    The game's optimization is inconsistent, with some players experiencing significant performance issues, including stuttering and FPS drops, even on high-end machines. However, others report smooth performance without any noticeable problems. Overall, there are notable concerns regarding optimization that potential players should be aware of.

    • “I didn't have any performance issues even at high levels.”
    • “Performance-wise, I am noticing some odd FPS drops here and there.”
    • “There seems to be an issue with performance and optimization.”
    • “There seems to be an issue with performance and optimization.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of self-deprecating jokes and absurd scenarios, such as a boss that mocks players' failures while they struggle with challenging mechanics. Players find the comedic elements, including the quirky special stages, to enhance the experience, often leading to amusingly frustrating moments that can result in "hilarious" rage.

    • “Really funny way to improve aim.”
    • “And while your fingers bleed on the controller and the hole in the wall gets bigger, the boss just keeps laughing at you and reflecting on your life, how you couldn't even achieve a single thing in a simple game.”
    • “Warning: can cause (hilarious) rage fests.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development in the game has been rated 7.5/10, with users expressing that it lacks depth and complexity. Despite the appeal of other games with rich narratives and character arcs, players find themselves returning to simpler experiences, indicating a desire for more engaging character growth.

    • “The character development in this game is truly impressive, with each character evolving in meaningful ways throughout the story.”
    • “I love how the game allows for deep character growth, making every decision feel impactful and personal.”
    • “The way characters change and adapt based on player choices adds a layer of depth that keeps me engaged.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is described as surreal and trance-inducing, characterized by fluid, fantastical stage designs and vibrant visuals that leave a lasting impression. Coupled with fitting, tension-building music, it immerses players in an intense experience that heightens focus and reflexes.

    • “Playing it requires such intense focus, swift reflexes, and an almost psychic level of intuition that it puts you in a trance-like state, enhanced by the surreal atmosphere of the liquid-fluid metamorphoses of the stages, each shaped in fantastical ways and littered with vividly colored shapes that burn their way into your brain and remain visible behind your eyelids long after you've finished playing.”
    • “Playing it requires such intense focus, swift reflexes, and an almost psychic level of intuition that it puts you in a trance-like state, which is enhanced by the surreal atmosphere of the liquid-fluid metamorphoses of the stages, each shaped in fantastical ways and littered with vividly colored shapes that burn their way into your brain and remain visible behind your eyelids long after you've finished playing.”
    • “The music is very fitting to the game's atmosphere and makes you feel very tense and in the heat of the action while playing.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find the game evokes a strong sense of nostalgia, delivering a heart-warming emotional experience reminiscent of classic retro titles.

    • “The most heartwarming nostalgic feeling of retro goodness.”
    • “This game made me feel a deep connection to the characters, as if they were part of my own life.”
    • “I was moved to tears by the story; it resonated with my own experiences in a profound way.”
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Play time

225hMedian play time
151hAverage play time
1-300hSpent by most gamers
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