Vortex Attack EX

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Vortex Attack EX is a single player and multiplayer casual shooter game. It was developed by KaleidoGames and was released on October 24, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Vortex Attack EX FREE is a fast-paced arcade shooter where players must destroy hostile ships swarming from vortexes across galaxies. With 11 upgradeable ships, adjustable difficulty levels, and multiple visual filters, players can enjoy solo or local multiplayer mode while competing in online leaderboards to save all galaxies. This game is also available on Nintendo Switch."

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gameplay2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Vortex Attack EX offers a fun and modern take on classic 2D arcade shooters, with a mix of ideas from popular games like Space Invaders and bullet hell shooters.
The game features a shared screen co-op mode, great online and local leaderboards, and unlockable ships with different stats, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
It has improved graphics, additional game modes, and various unlockable content, making it a more polished version compared to the original.

The gameplay is largely similar to the original Vortex Attack, with only minor improvements, which may not justify purchasing this version for those who already own the first one.
All the action takes place on a single screen, which can feel limiting compared to other shmups that feature more dynamic environments.
Some players find the game less challenging and more relaxed than typical bullet hell games, which may not appeal to those seeking a more intense experience.

graphics
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The graphics in this upgraded version show noticeable improvements over the original, featuring enhanced visuals and new unlockable filters that add a fresh feel. While the enhancements are appreciated, some players question whether the minor bug fixes and additional graphic options are sufficient to warrant a repurchase.
- “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 are potentially some minor bug fixes and more graphic options enough to justify buying the game again?”
- “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.”
gameplay
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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 during gameplay.
- “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.”
music
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The music in the game is described as fun and colorful, complementing the overall smooth gameplay experience, with a decent soundtrack that enhances the enjoyment.
- “What I can say now is that it is fun, very colorful, runs very smoothly, and has a decent soundtrack too.”