Wednesday, January 14, 2004
Vector Blaster Game Headed Our Way
Posted by Brad Adrian in "SOFTWARE" @ 02:00 AM
You know, it always hurts my feelings when somebody describes an object as "retro" when I can remember when it was in its heyday. But once again, here's a game that's going to be published soon for the Pocket PC and SmartPhone that's "retro," but I can recall spending quarter after quarter in the arcade on similar "state-of-the-art" games when I was in college.
Features of Vector Blaster
• One word: Retro. This game combines stellar 3D graphics, a unique interface and polished sound effects to take you back to the golden age of gaming in a very new way.
• Graphics: A 3D engine built from the ground-up and unique real-time physics spring life into your mobile device you never thought it had. With full screen anti-aliasing, it's like the Vectrex rose from the grave and obtained super-natural powers.
• Music: Original soundtracks and sound effects were created for Vector Blaster that best utilized the DSP's in mobile devices.
• High Score List: Show your friends your crazy mad skillz when you sign your three letter initials into the high score list!
• Controls: Interface is completely customizable. On Pocket PC the stylus can be used to recreate the feel of a trackball.
• Camera: Game can be played in two different camera modes...rotate or steady.
• Orientation: Playable in four display orientations.
I couldn't find any kind of demo version, but you can get a registered version of Vector Blaster here for a limited-time introductory price of $7.99. I'll be sure to let you know how good this game is...if I can find time in-between levels.
Features of Vector Blaster
• One word: Retro. This game combines stellar 3D graphics, a unique interface and polished sound effects to take you back to the golden age of gaming in a very new way.
• Graphics: A 3D engine built from the ground-up and unique real-time physics spring life into your mobile device you never thought it had. With full screen anti-aliasing, it's like the Vectrex rose from the grave and obtained super-natural powers.
• Music: Original soundtracks and sound effects were created for Vector Blaster that best utilized the DSP's in mobile devices.
• High Score List: Show your friends your crazy mad skillz when you sign your three letter initials into the high score list!
• Controls: Interface is completely customizable. On Pocket PC the stylus can be used to recreate the feel of a trackball.
• Camera: Game can be played in two different camera modes...rotate or steady.
• Orientation: Playable in four display orientations.
I couldn't find any kind of demo version, but you can get a registered version of Vector Blaster here for a limited-time introductory price of $7.99. I'll be sure to let you know how good this game is...if I can find time in-between levels.
