Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions Reviews

Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions is ranked in the 91st percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
8.5 / 10.0
Dec 2, 2014

After six long years, Geometry Wars has finally returned. Now set on three-dimensional stages, this sequel delivers a host of fun game modes. Unfortunately, the level designs sometimes make seeing enemies difficult and the single-player campaign is more frustrating than it needs to be. Regardless of whether you like the three-dimensional shift or not, there's enough content in Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions to warrant a look.

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85 / 100
Dec 14, 2014

When it comes down to it, Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions is a blast – no pun intended. Fans of the series will love it, and gamers with a competitive streak who are new to the series should take to it instantly. This is a definite buy for your Xbox One as it will bring back memories for veterans of the series while introducing the franchise to those who've never played it.

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8.5 / 10.0
Dec 3, 2014

A worthy add-on to a franchise that we'd never thought would return, Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions is a twin-stick shooter that's well worth the recommendation. The online multiplayer may not feel like much, but single player and co-op have a lot to offer, and the gameplay and presentation gel nearly perfectly together. It's good to have a little Geometry back in our lives.

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85%
Nov 28, 2014

Lucid has succeeded in bringing Geometry Wars back with an almighty bang. A more than worthy successor to Bizarre Creations' originals, Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions makes the formula work in 3D, while providing the same kind of engaging gameplay that made the previous games so addictive. Finger pain and scorched eyeballs might be side-effects, but screw it. It hurts so good.

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8.5 / 10.0
Dec 8, 2014

Geometry Wars 3 is basically digitized crack. It's challenging, it's visually amazing, and it's soundtrack should be available to purchase separately. Take my Money!

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8.5 / 10.0
Dec 9, 2014

Despite the long wait between entries, Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions ends up being a very solid game in the franchise. The core shooting mechanics remain tight, and the addition of new powers doesn't cheapen the experience. The level designs add a fresh feel to the shooting, and the various modes cater to those with specific preferences. Though the presence of progression gates can be frustrating and encourage too much grinding, the various leaderboards and pure addictive nature of the high score hunt mitigate that just a bit. For arcade style shooting fans, it feels almost mandatory to have this in your gaming library.

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8 / 10.0
Dec 6, 2014

One of those experiences that I would call addictive in that "just one more attempt" way

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Polygon
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Nov 24, 2014

Tallying its original content on its own, Dimensions offers a very replayable, highly varied take on a too-long dormant modern classic.

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8 / 10
Nov 25, 2014

Geometry Wars 3 is yet another great game in this dual-stick series that will leave your brain buzzing and your fingers numb.

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Dec 1, 2014

Dimensions recaptures enough of Geometry Wars' thrills to stand as the best new dual-joystick shooter in quite a while.

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Jan 12, 2015

Despite a few issues with the camera and the absence of a customizable mode, Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions proves that the multidirectional twitch-based shooter is still a blast.

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8 / 10
Dec 1, 2014

3D twin-stick shooters are nothing new as there have been quite a few released since Geometry Wars 2 hit the scene, but the series' eventual progression to offering this kind of gameplay mechanic is very much welcome. Geometry Wars 3 brings the tight twin-stick feel of the series to the modern gaming era while also paying homage to the series' roots. Just steer clear of its online multiplayer game modes.

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Nov 29, 2014

An enjoyable entry in the Geometry Wars franchise that manages to add new life into the series, but keeps fans happy with returning classics.

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8 / 10
Dec 4, 2014

Geometry Wars 3 makes big changes, but retains the excellent core gameplay and delivers another addictive blaster.

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Ken McKown
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Dec 5, 2014

While it might not light the world on fire the way Retro Evolved and its sequel did, Dimensions is a the next evolution of the series, and a really fun way to waste time on the new consoles.

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Dec 7, 2014

Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions isn't a perfect representation of the formula, but at the end of the day, it's still a lot of fun.

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PCMag
Top Critic
Jan 23, 2015

Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions is a superb minimalist shooter that will have you saying "just one more game" every time.

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8 / 10
Jan 9, 2015

Just one more, honest

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Dec 19, 2014

In the limited field of shoot-em-ups, 'Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions' couldn't be more welcome, especially as the franchise's future was in doubt after the end of both its publisher and developer. It is a great, inexpensive twin-stick shooter that has a few mild design issues, but nothing that would dissuade me from recommending it to anyone.

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IGN
Top Critic
7.9 / 10.0
Dec 2, 2014

Geometry Wars 3: Dimension is a fun twin-stick shooter that's easy for anyone to pick up and play.

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