Vektor Wars

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"Vektor Wars" is a fast-paced arcade shooter set in a neon-lit vector world, where you play as Commander James Moses, tasked with destroying a robot death army. The game features rapid first-person combat and a wide range of powerful weapons to help you cheat death and rise on the high-score table. With 9 distinct worlds and multiple difficulty levels, it's a challenging homage to classic shooters like Battlezone and Robotron.

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Play Modes

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

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

graphics14 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful neon graphics and a cool retro/synth soundtrack, reminiscent of classic arcade games.
It offers fast-paced arcade action with a variety of weapons and enemy types, making it enjoyable for casual gamers.
The developers are responsive to fan feedback and have made multiple updates to improve gameplay over the years.

The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and poor level design, which can disrupt gameplay.
Many players find the gameplay repetitive, with a lack of variety in enemy attack patterns and objectives.
Some weapons do not feel impactful, and the game lacks a sense of progression, often feeling like endless waves of enemies.

graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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55%
8%
The game's graphics are a blend of retro vector aesthetics reminiscent of classic titles like Battlezone, enhanced with vibrant neon colors and a stylish design that appeals to fans of the genre. While many players appreciate the nostalgic visuals and dynamic soundtracks, some criticize the low-resolution textures and aliasing issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are well-received for their retro charm, though they may require further refinement to fully meet modern standards.
- “If, on top of that, you like the vector graphics aesthetic found in classic games like Battlezone, then this game is a fantastic choice.”
- “An excellent, fast-paced shooter with beautiful Tron-like neon graphics and dynamic music.”
- “Vector graphics still look good to this day, but here we go beyond the greens and blacks of the original Battlezone and into the adventurous world of blues, reds, and yellows.”
- “[*] Low-res textures and bad aliasing on the titular 'vectors' cause a lot of flickering and means that the game only looks like 80s vector graphics if you kind of squint from a distance; the visual style needs a lot of work in general.”
- “(update: there was a new version pushed that makes the water invisible when playing on a Linux system with Radeon Mesa graphic drivers. This makes the game unplayable.) Feels like the old Battlezone, where the vector drawn tank sneaks up behind you.”
- “What I did manage to play, I have a lukewarm reaction to; games that chase after this same or similar aesthetic exist and they do it better.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
22%
The game's music is widely praised for its dynamic and engaging retro/synth soundtrack, which complements the fast-paced arcade action and stylish vector graphics. Reviewers highlight the pulse-pounding 80's techno beats and epic old school sounds, enhancing the overall aesthetic and gameplay experience, despite some noting a tendency for repetition. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that adds to the game's vibrant atmosphere.
- “In addition to fast arcade action and stylish vector graphics, the game features great sound effects and a cool retro/synth soundtrack.”
- “An excellent, fast-paced shooter with beautiful tron-like neon graphics and dynamic music.”
- “The vector graphics look great for what it is, there are many different weapons, the levels are huge, and the music is fantastic!”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
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The game's story is minimal and often obscured by the need to find collectibles, leading to frustration for players who may not enjoy the search amidst constant enemy attacks. While some appreciate the straightforward nature of the narrative, others feel that the lack of depth and complexity detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, technical issues, such as crashes that result in lost progress, further diminish the enjoyment of the story mode.
- “Awesome weapons and weapon-visions, epic old school sounds and a cool soundtrack in the back, nice achievements, 4 different game types (story mode included), all in all set in a really stylish neon world to praise the good old times (C64...).”
- “There is a story here, hidden among collectibles that are nigh-on impossible to find, unless you enjoy scrolling every pixel of every map while enemies peck away at you.”
- “There is very little to no story, nor do I think there should be since the game is pretty straightforward altogether.”
- “Nor intricate storylines and complex characters.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a variety of enemies and objectives that encourage players to strategize independently, creating a challenging experience. However, some players find it repetitive and suggest that more diverse enemy attack patterns and level objectives would enhance the freshness of the gameplay. While the fast-paced action is generally reliable, issues with navigating ladders can disrupt the flow, though the overall aesthetic and soundtrack are praised.
- “Lots of different enemies, different goals that you have to figure out on your own, and it seems like there is a lot to the gameplay.”
- “I like the music and graphics, and the gameplay is fast and reliable despite the aforementioned ladder issues.”
- “Some more variety in the gameplay with the enemies' attack patterns/animations or level objectives beyond 'shoot everything else more than it shoots you' during these waves would make the game way more refreshing, but I've enjoyed each time I've booted it up and tried to get past its difficult swarms of enemies.”
- “I have seemed to get stuck at the top of these ladders very often, only to have to go back down a bit, come back up, orient the game to lift my player over these barricades/ladders, but it really kills the dashing pace of the main aboveground gameplay.”
- “Gets a bit repetitive, but the aesthetic is beautiful; the soundtrack is thumping and the gameplay is tight.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate "Vektor Wars" for its straightforward arcade action, highlighting its absence of grindy leveling systems and loot crates commonly found in modern games, making it an appealing choice for those seeking a more casual experience.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its immersive environments, featuring a diverse array of weapons and enemy types that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight it as a worthy successor to the classic Battlezone, effectively capturing a rich and engaging setting.
- “A worthy successor of the venerable Battlezone with loads of weapons, enemy types, and atmospheric environments.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that recent updates have significantly improved the game's replayability, making it more engaging and enjoyable to revisit.