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Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved

Developed by Bizarre Creations · Published by Activision

Casual
StatusOut now ReleaseJun 18, 2007 Price$1.99 Metacritic76/100 Steam reviews1,004

At a glance

PlatformsWindows
ModesSingle-player
Price$1.99
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Metacritic76/100
Steam reviews1,004
Languages1

Overview

A casual game by Bizarre Creations, published by Activision — single-player.

Steam’s own one-line description: “Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved is a old school style shooter, but remixed for the 21st century with next generation graphics and deep, modern gameplay. Playing is simple: you are a geometric "ship" trapped in a grid world, facing off against waves of deadly wanderers, snakes, and repulsars.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsVery Positive — 91% positive of 1,044
Owners (est.)100000 – 200000
Peak players4
Player-voted tags:ArcadeTwin Stick ShooterCasualRetroBullet HellSingleplayer2DShoot 'Em UpIndieShooterClassicAction

Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.

Features & modes

Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerNo
Co-opNo
Online co-opNo
PvPNo
Cross-platform multiplayerNo
Full controller supportYes
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesNo
Steam AchievementsNo

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

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)

Supported languages (1)

English

Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved FAQ

Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.

What kind of game is Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved?

Steam classifies Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved as a Casual game, developed by Bizarre Creations. Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved is a old school style shooter, but remixed for the 21st century with next generation graphics and deep, modern gameplay. Playing is simple: you are a geometric "ship" trapped in a grid world, facing off against waves of deadly wanderers, snakes, and repulsars.

How much does Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved at $1.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.

Is Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Jun 18, 2007.

What platforms is Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved on?

Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player.

How much does Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved cost?

Steam lists it at $1.99.

What is Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved's Metacritic score?

Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved has a Metacritic score of 76/100, per the Steam store listing.

Who made Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved?

Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved is developed by Bizarre Creations and published by Activision.

Where to get Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved

We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.

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