Geometry Wars: Galaxies - Nintendo DS

by Sierra

• Set a course to 60 planets with new and classic gameplay modes to master
• All-new multiplayer modes deliver all new levels of chaos.
• Challenge a friend wirelessly on a single game card.
• Link the DS and Wii versions to unlock bonus content.
• Includes Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved, winner of IGN's Best XBLA Title of the Year.

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000RWV12W
• Product Dimensions: 4.8 x 5.2 x 0.5 inches ; 4 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: November 27, 2007
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #18,535 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Platform: Nintendo DS

Classic arcade fans -- prepare for re-entry! The planet's purest arcade shooter returns with more enemies, bigger power-ups, and a brand-new Battle Drone to help you tear through the first-ever Geometry Wars campaign mode.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Better than you would expect! December 29, 2007

By Booya! Werewolves!

Platform for Display:Nintendo DS

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

If someone told me I would be sitting for like 3 hours straight, not noticing the time pass, shooting little flying geometric shapes into oblivion, I should have been likely to scoff that them sir, but no, I would have been wrong!

From the aspiring to the seasoned shootist to any variety of space explosion enthusiasts this is a title for the ages.
Blow up a wide variety of ships and creatures each with different behavioral patterns, collect "geoms" from the wreckage to up grade your blasters, gain lives and bombs, and multiply you score in combat, and use these game "geoms" out of battle to unlock new systems and planets. Your ship also comes supplied with an orbital sidekick that can be set to any number of behaviors such as attack, or ram, or sniper, and as you use the behaviors they levels up and becomes more effective. And trust me, you'll need them!
Over 60 levels that somehow manage to keep challenging you all the while not getting stale. Each new "planet" is a new experience.
And if thats not enough Reto evolved the game that started it all is packaged in the bundle as well! And don't forget the online leader board! Are you the best of the best?

The only flaw is that the game can suffer from some slow down when the combat gets hectic, but this often is a god send giving you time to think in situations that otherwise would be pure frantic reaction.

Pick it up. Well worth the price for any shooter fan.

DISCLAIMER: Any math you happen to lean by playing is purely incidental.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Fast-Paced February 23, 2008

By J. Turnquist

Platform for Display:Nintendo DS

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

This is a great addition to my growing DS library and fills a unique niche. I enjoy the fact that each planet's fight can range from a few seconds to minutes. When I only have time to play a little DS, this game is perfect. However, it also has great depth and can hold my attention for long stretches. It is a game that has great staying-power but can also be satisfying small doses. I'm sure I will be entertained for a long time - great buy!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Good old-fashioned shoot-em up fun February 6, 2008

By RG VINE VOICE

Platform for Display:Nintendo DS

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

Don't let the dated graphics fool you. It may not be much to look at, but it's got a lot of substance underneath that simple exterior. It plays a lot like Asteroids as you maneuver your ship around the screen, blowing up just about everything you see. The control scheme is more like Robotron as you move around with the direction pad but use the stylus to control the direction you shoot in (so you can move one direction and shoot another). There are 40-50+ levels, some of which are more fun than others. Some levels you might only be able to last 5-10 minutes, but other levels you can play for an hour or more. You also collect power-ups to increase your weapon strength, and choose from a variety of support weapons. There is a special world which can only be unlocked if you have both the Wii and DS versions of the game but I'm not about to spend for the same game twice. If you're into bragging rights, you can post your high scores online. As a bonus it includes the Xbox Live version of the game, Geometry Wars Retro Evolved, which is fun but seems dated compared to the newer version.

If you're trying to decide which version of the game to buy, I understand the DS version has a better control scheme (I haven't tried the Wii version myself, but I've heard it works best with the classic controller but still isn't as intuitive as the DS control scheme).

The one drawback to this game is that there is some slowdown on certain levels when massive amounts of enemies are swarming all over the screen. But don't let that stop you from getting this game. It's a must-buy for anyone who enjoys a shooter.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars I Missed the 90s February 29, 2008

By A. Shih

Platform for Display:Nintendo DS

Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   

I haven't played a good shooter since the 90s. Side scrolling and vertical scrolling shooters went the way of the dodo because... well, I don't know, because I really like those kind of games back then (and even now). It's just a mindless test of dexterity and reflexes for me. It's also fun to see things blow up.

While this isn't exactly a side or vertical scrolling shooter, it's still fun to dodge enemies and bullets (actually, just geometric shapes). The controls are very intuitive (I use the D-pad to move and the touch screen to shoot). In fact, I like this setup much more than using 2 sticks.

I only have two complaints. Since the DS Lite is a bit small, it really hurts my hand, but that's more of a problem with the DS than the game. What makes it worse is that the bomb is mapped to the shoulder button, which contorts my hands even more. It'd be nice if you can bomb with a double tap on the touch screen.

15 of 20 people found the following review helpful

2.0 out of 5 stars If you are left handed, this is not a good choice January 21, 2009

By techmannn

Platform for Display:Nintendo DS

Fun: 2.0 out of 5 stars   

Really for right-handed folks only. This game has a fairly unique control method on the DS so that if you are left-handed you will have a difficult time with it. Just a fair warning before you buy. There is a left-handed mode to choose, but I found it virtually impossible to play the game.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The most addicting game for DS January 4, 2008

By Iuri Bachnivsky

Platform for Display:Nintendo DS

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I played the original Geometry Wars at my friend's for the 360 when it first came out and I thought it was a very original game. Galaxies takes it to the next level by including an drone with many power ups, new enemies, online play, and of course the original retro evolved in a single package. This is a game that is easy to learn and difficult to master, and will keep you entertained for hours.