Vortex Attack EX

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In "Vortex Attack EX," protect the galaxy from hostile ships emerging from a dangerous vortex in this frantic arcade shooter. Upgrade your ship from 11 available models, play with up to three friends, and tackle 16 unlockable visual filters and four difficulty levels. Battle through metal and neon dimensions, and strive to top the online leaderboards.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

49%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

music1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Fun modern take on classic 2D arcade shooters with a mix of different gameplay styles.
Offers local co-op mode and competitive online leaderboards, enhancing the multiplayer experience.
Graphical upgrades and additional content make it a more polished version compared to the original.

Gameplay is limited to one screen, lacking the dynamic movement over terrain found in other shmups.
Feels too similar to the original Vortex Attack, with only minor improvements and bug fixes.
Some players may find it less chaotic and challenging compared to the original version.

graphics
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The graphics in this upgraded version show noticeable improvements over the original, featuring enhanced visuals and unlockable filters that add a fresh feel. While the enhancements include minor bug fixes and additional graphic options, some players may question whether these changes warrant a full purchase for those who already own the first game.
- “This is a graphical upgrade to the original, and it also has a few new bells and whistles to make it feel newer than before.”
- “The graphics look a little better than the first one, with additional filters unlockable during gameplay.”
- “If you have the first one, the question is whether some minor bug fixes and more graphic options are enough to justify buying the game again.”
- “This is a graphical upgrade to the original, but it still feels like it lacks the polish expected from a modern title.”
gameplay
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a blend of Galaga and bullet hell shooters, featuring multiple unlockable ships and local multiplayer for up to three players. While the graphics have improved slightly from the previous installment, players can also unlock additional visual filters as they progress.
- “The gameplay itself is still fine; it's like a combination of Galaga and bullet hell shooters, with a number of ships to unlock as you progress and local multiplayer for up to 3 people.”
- “The graphics look a little better than the first one, with additional filters unlockable during gameplay.”
- “The gameplay itself is still fine, but it feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The controls are unresponsive at times, which can lead to frustrating moments during intense gameplay.”
- “The enemy AI is predictable and doesn't provide a challenging experience, making battles feel less rewarding.”
music
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as fun and colorful, complementing the overall smooth gameplay with a decent soundtrack.
- “What I can say now is that it is fun, very colorful, runs very smoothly, and has a decent soundtrack too.”