Zeit²

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Zeit² is a single player shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Brightside Games and was released on January 12, 2011. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Zeit 2 (stylized as Zeit²) is a traditional side-scrolling, 2D, shoot-'em-up game that brings unprecedented elements to the game experience. Zeit 2’s unique time travel feature has yet to be seen in this genre even after decades of great games.

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Single-Player

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Fun for quick rounds with interesting time travel mechanics.
Good for beginners and offers many game modes.
Visually appealing with a polished presentation and a decent soundtrack.

Limited variety in enemies and stage graphics.
Technical issues, including problems with G-Sync and energy drainers that can be frustrating.
Some gameplay mechanics can feel unbalanced, particularly during boss fights.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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46%
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The gameplay of Zeit² is highlighted by its innovative time travel mechanics, which significantly enhance the classic scrolling shooter experience. Players can rewind time to navigate challenging enemy swarms and engage with unique phasing enemies, making for a fast-paced and engaging arcade-style experience. Overall, the game combines accessible mechanics with depth, offering hours of fun and mastery potential at an affordable price.
- “In this game, time-bending mechanics profoundly change the dynamics of a classic scrolling shooter.”
- “The time traveling mechanics may not seem new, but they are used in such a way I've never seen before or since.”
- “Zeit 2 is a great game for just a few bucks; its fast-paced arcade-style gameplay reminds me of a lot of the old rail shooters from the days of arcade gaming.”
- “In the end of the day, the game that was contemplated with the awards was a Half-Life mod that ended up being bought by Valve so its mechanics could be added to Portal 2.”
- “It's a horizontal shmup with a time travel mechanic, which will be necessary to deal with multi-enemy swarms that can be tough to hit, enemies that phase out of time, and standard enemies.”
- “Gameplay is as easy as pretty much any shooter game there is; however, you do get a neat gameplay mechanic added in Zeit 2... rewind time for a few seconds!”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
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The graphics are praised for their high quality and optimization, offering a visually appealing experience despite a lack of variety in enemy and stage designs. Overall, the artwork complements the gameplay and soundtrack, making it a worthwhile purchase for its price.
- “It has really nice graphics, it's crazy optimized and has an incredibly novelty factor.”
- “Visuals, gameplay, and soundtrack are all quite decent!”
- “Besides, this game has a great soundtrack, great artwork, and for a $10 price tag, it will provide a lengthy fun experience.”
- “Not that much variety in enemies and stage graphics.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack detail.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and lack realism.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in Zeit² is highly praised, featuring a diverse soundtrack that blends metal, orchestral, and electronic elements, which complements the game's visuals and gameplay effectively. Reviewers appreciate the quality of the soundtrack, considering it a standout aspect of the overall experience, especially given the game's low price.
- “Zeit² is a game that ticks many of my boxes: shoot 'em up, low price, interesting mechanics, metal/orchestral/electronic soundtrack, lots of blues.”
- “Besides, this game has a great soundtrack, great artwork, and for a $10 price tag, it will provide a lengthy fun experience.”
- “Visuals, gameplay, and soundtrack are all quite decent!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability for its price, providing players with a wealth of content to explore, though it may not reach the heights of other retro revival titles like Ikaruga.
- “It's certainly not on the level of Ikaruga as a retro revival game, but for $10, it's tough to complain, and it offers a bottomless pit of replay value.”
- “The game lacks the depth and variety needed to keep players coming back for more after the initial playthrough.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to dive back in; the replay value is almost nonexistent.”
- “While the game is enjoyable, it doesn't offer enough different experiences to warrant multiple playthroughs.”