Trace Vector (2014)

- Developer
- Vexel Games
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Indie
- Rating
- 4.0 of 5, 53 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 1.7 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A high-speed arcade racer where you pilot a spaceship through geometric levels at ever-increasing speeds, requiring precise maneuvering and quick reflexes.
fast-pacedarcaderetrochallengingpreciseenergeticsimpleintense
What players say
Players compare it to Tempest and praise the Vectrex-style visuals and synth soundtrack, but opinions split on the gameplay. Some find it addictive and satisfying, while others say unskippable level previews and repetitive memorization make it feel slow and shallow.
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