- Geometry Wars
Infobox VG
title=Geometry Wars
developer=Bizarre Creations
publisher=Microsoft Game Studios
distributor=Microsoft Game Studios (retail)
Microsoft Game Studios/Valve Corporation (Steam)
designer=Stephen "Cakey" Cakebread
engine=
released=XboxNovember 17 2003 Xbox 360November 21 2005 Windows VistaMarch 7 2007 Windows XPJune 18 2007
genre=Multi-directional shooter
modes=Single player
ratings=ESRB: E
OFLC: G
platforms=Xbox ,Xbox 360 ,Windows Vista ,Windows XP
media= Download
requirements=Minimum: Windows XP, 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) CPU, 512MB RAM, DirectX 9.0c, DirectX Video Card (128MB memory - Shader Model 2.0 support required), DirectSound-compatible sound card, 150MB free HD space, WEI Rating: 4.0 (3.0 required)
input=Analog stick ,Mouse "Geometry Wars" is a
minigame created byBizarre Creations as part of "Project Gotham Racing 2 " for theXbox , accessible through the in-game garage. An updated version of the game, "Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved", is available for download on theXbox 360 viaXbox Live Arcade . It can also be played in demo form in "Project Gotham Racing 3 ". It previously held the record for most-downloaded Xbox Live Arcade game. [cite web| author=Carless, Simon|url=http://www.gamasutra.com/php-bin/news_index.php?story=8474|title=Q&A: Microsoft Discuss Xbox 360 Live Stats|publisher=CMP|work=Gamasutra] A new version, "Geometry Wars: Evolved", has been produced for mobile phones, [" [http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/Mobile/Geometry+Wars/news.asp?c=1816 Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved Mobile] ." Pocket Gamer.November 6 2006 . AccessedNovember 10 2006 ] and a version has also been released forWindows Vista , as well as a reduced-priceWindows XP release on the Steam content delivery network. Another version named "Geometry Wars: Waves" is available to play in "Project Gotham Racing 4 ". ' was released for theNintendo DS andWii in November 2007. A sequel, ' was released toXbox Live Arcade on July 30, 2008.Gameplay
The object of "Geometry Wars" is to survive as long as possible and score as many points as possible by destroying a constant, ever-increasing swarm of enemies. The game takes place on a rectangular playfield and the player controls a claw-shaped "ship" that can move in any direction using the left thumbstick, and can fire in any direction independently using the right thumbstick. The player also has a limited number of bombs that can be detonated and destroy all enemies on the playfield. As the game progresses, the player can earn extra lives and additional bombs at set score increments, and the primary weapon changes at regular intervals. Also, enemies spawn in progressively larger quantities and at greater frequency as the game progresses. If an enemy touches the player's ship, the ship explodes and a life is lost. The game is over when the player runs out of lives.
The Evolved version of the game takes place on a playfield that is slightly larger than the display area of the TV screen, and the camera follows the player's movements. A background grid pattern adds to the graphical effects by warping in reaction to player shots and the behavior of certain enemies. This version introduces new enemies and a score multiplier that increases as the player destroys enemies without losing a life.
PC version
Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved is also available for PC through digital distribution such as Steam and MSN games.
Mobile
Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved Mobile, a version for mobile phones, is also available for download. The player can use several combinations of the directional buttons and the number pad to control the ship and fire at enemies. This version includes several challenge modes, with set goals the player must achieve.
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On
July 30 ,2008 , the sequel, "Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 2", was released on Xbox Live Arcade.Geometry Wars: Galaxies
In November 2007,
Kuju Entertainment andSierra Entertainment released an updated version of the game titled "" for theNintendo DS andWii .cite web|url=http://www.gamestyle.net/news/3119|title=Geometry Wars on Wii and DS] This version introduces a single-player campaign and multiplayer gameplay.See also
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Xbox Live Arcade
*"Project Gotham Racing 2 "
*"Project Gotham Racing 3 "
*"Project Gotham Racing 4 "
*"Grid Wars ", a freeware "Geometry Wars" clone for PC
*"Blast Factor " and "Super Stardust HD ", similar games available for download on thePlayStation Network References
External links
* [http://www.bizarrecreations.com/games/geometry_wars_games/ Official "Geometry Wars" website]
* [http://zone.msn.com/en/vistagames "Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved"] at MSN games
* [http://www.steampowered.com/v/index.php?area=game&AppId=8400&cc=US "Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved"] at [http://www.steampowered.com/ Steam] Valve Corporation (content delivery)
* [http://files.filefront.com/Geometry+Wars+Retro+Evolved+2+Video+1/;11201177;/fileinfo.html "Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 2" Video 1]
* [http://www.mobygames.com/game/geometry-wars-retro-evolved MobyGames Entry]
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