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Is Gridrunner Revolution worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Arcade shooter fans who want score-focused play and advanced scoring techniques
- Players interested in the history of Commodore 64 and Vic-20 games
- Competitive players who want local and online high-score tables
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking a story-driven game with character development
- Players who prefer slower exploration over repeated score-focused play
- Players whose systems lack Shader Model 3 support and who want the additional neon backgrounds
Our take on Gridrunner Revolution
The score-focused arcade structure leaves little room for narrative or character development. Its emphasis on repeated play and advanced scoring techniques may also be a poor match for players looking for a campaign centered on exploration.
What is Gridrunner Revolution?
Gridrunner Revolution adapts ideas from the Commodore 64 and Vic-20 Gridrunner games.
Shooting is combined with a scoring mechanic that produces abstract visual performances during play. It includes 100 levels across four difficulty levels, multiple gameplay modes such as Endurance and Thrusty Mode, and simulations of the original Vic and C64 games. Procedurally generated backdrops and enemies provide the game's visuals. An additional 100 neon-generated backgrounds are available for users with Shader Model 3 support. The soundtrack features artists from Turbo Recordings. Local and online high-score tables let players compare scores, while advanced techniques provide ways to increase scores beyond basic shooting.
How Gridrunner Revolution plays
- 01Historic game simulations
- Players can try versions of the original Vic and C64 games.
- 02Four difficulty levels
- The game includes 100 levels distributed across four difficulty settings.
- 03Multiple gameplay modes
- Endurance and Thrusty Mode are among the included ways to play.
- 04Generated visuals
- Backdrops and enemies are procedurally generated.
- 05High-score tables
- Scores can be recorded in local and online tables.
- 06Neon backgrounds
- An extra 100 generated backgrounds are available with Shader Model 3 support.
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Gridrunner Revolution: platforms & release
Is Gridrunner Revolution worth it?
It is worth it if: arcade shooter fans who want score-focused play and advanced scoring techniques. Skip it if: players seeking a story-driven game with character development.
Where can I download Gridrunner Revolution?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Gridrunner Revolution's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Gridrunner Revolution on?
Windows only.
