Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved

2D twin-stick arcade shooter about surviving waves for high scores

Bizarre Creations · Published by Activision · Released Jun 18, 2007

Reviews: Very Positive; 91% of 1,114
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 4; right now
Steam Deck: Verified
Last update: Unknown; no patch notes found

What is Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved?

In this 2D twin-stick arcade shooter, you guide a geometric ship trapped in a grid arena, dodging and shooting enemy waves in single-player runs to set high scores. Kills raise your score multiplier, death resets it, and smart bombs clear enemies from the screen.

For you if...

+you enjoy quick, reflex-driven arcade shooting
+you like replaying short runs for higher scores
+you enjoy dodging crowded screens of enemies

Not for you if...

−you want varied stages or multiple game modes
−you prefer a relaxed pace over constant enemy waves

What players say

91% of 1,114 reviews are positive

Players praise the fast shooting and high-score chase. They complain about missing online leaderboards and achievements, along with launch and performance problems on newer PCs. Some say a patch or compatibility settings help.

Screenshots and trailer

Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved system requirements

As published by the developer.

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)