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Trace Vector

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85%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
91% User Score Based on 44 reviews

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Trace Vector is a single player arcade action adventure game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Vexel Games and was released on August 19, 2014. It received very positive reviews from players.

Trace Vector is a modern take on tough as nails, high speed, vector, action arcade games from the 1980's. Turn up the music, navigate your ship through high speed warp networks, maintain your fuel reserves, avoid deadly hazards, and try to safely return home! Quarters not required.

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91%Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews
music12 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features an amazing soundtrack that perfectly complements the gameplay.
  • It captures the retro vector graphics aesthetic beautifully, providing a visually appealing experience.
  • The gameplay is addictive and offers a finely crafted challenge that is easy to learn but difficult to master.
  • The game can be overly challenging, which may deter some players, especially those not skilled in quick reflexes.
  • There are unskippable elements that can disrupt the flow of gameplay, making it feel repetitive.
  • Some controls and menu functionalities are reported to be problematic, leading to frustration.

  • music

    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    55% positive mentions, 31% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising its energetic and catchy nature that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as not only fitting perfectly with the game's artwork but also as a motivating force during challenging moments. Overall, the soundtrack is described as amazing, hypnotic, and a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's appeal.

    • “Energetic and catchy soundtrack.”
    • “Should you ever feel the game is kicking your ass too hard, you can count on the marvelous soundtrack to pump you up.”
    • “Great level design, good difficulty curve, fantastic presentation, great music, and a tightly defined scope make this an easy recommendation.”
    • “And the music... oh man.”
    • “Decent soundtrack.”
    • “Cracking soundtrack.”

  • graphics

    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    56% positive mentions, 27% neutral mentions, 17% negative mentions

    The game excels in its use of vibrant, crisp vector graphics that evoke the nostalgic aesthetic of 70s and 80s arcade games, featuring colorful lines and blinking lights. Reviewers praise the minimal yet effective visuals, which perfectly complement the retro soundtrack, creating an immersive experience that captures the essence of old-school gaming. Overall, the graphics are celebrated for their beauty and simplicity, enhancing the game's overall appeal.

    • “The game really captures the x-y (vector) monitor aesthetic well, containing colorful, glowy, crisp vector lines and blinky points of light.”
    • “This is an excellent game that is one of the few that takes advantage of the old-school vector graphics that dominated arcade games from the 70s into the early 80s.”
    • “Puts a heavy emphasis on vectrex-like aesthetics and has a killer 80s arcade-sounding score.”

  • gameplay

    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    17% positive mentions, 58% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions

    The gameplay is described as addictive and incredibly simple, focusing on quick reactions and cardinal direction movements. Players control a 'ship' by using the up and down arrows to navigate through an endless runner/puzzle format that challenges their reflexes. It draws comparisons to games like Super Hexagon, offering a dynamic experience that enhances the traditional gameplay mechanics.

    • “Addictive gameplay.”
    • “Incredibly simple gameplay; all you basically do is make sure your 'ship' follows the correct line by moving it using the up or down arrow at the correct time.”
    • “Endless runner/puzzle game with a simple gameplay mechanic that brings your reflexes to their limit.”
    • “Quick reaction, cardinal direction gameplay.”
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Trace Vector is a arcade action adventure game with science fiction theme. Common tags for Trace Vector include science, indie, trading, soundtrack, retro and others.

Trace Vector is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Trace Vector was released on August 19, 2014.

Trace Vector was developed by Vexel Games.

Trace Vector has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked Trace Vector for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Trace Vector is a single player game.

Similar games include Boson X, Neon Drive, Bit.Trip Runner, Waveform, FOTONICA and others.