Velocity®Ultra

It's worth a damn money! Control's bit tricky at first, but very unique and addicting when you get used to it! It's not bullet hell type game, but rather a Radiant Silvergun kinda of puzzle shooter. Buy it! :D

its super average and kinda bland just a extremely average shmup 4/10

'Velocity®Ultra' is a highly polished refinement of the teleport-based shooter, blending lightning-fast reflexes with satisfying spatial puzzles. The game’s core mechanic—the ability to "quarp" or teleport instantly across the screen—transforms the traditional top-down shmup into a high-speed test of coordination and planning. The progression system is rewarding, as players must balance rescuing stranded survivors with navigating increasingly complex environmental hazards. Its sleek, minimalist art style and pumping electronic soundtrack create a focused, high-energy atmosphere that makes chasing "Perfect" ranks on every level an addictive pursuit. However, the game’s rigid focus on speed and perfection can occasionally lead to a repetitive gameplay loop that may alienate casual players. The scoring system is uncompromising, often requiring near-flawless execution and deep memorization of level layouts to progress through later stages. While the teleportation mechanic is innovative, the transition between ship-based combat and puzzle-solving can sometimes feel jarring, disrupting the flow of the otherwise kinetic action. Ultimately, 'Velocity®Ultra' is a brilliant and unique arcad…

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More than once, I almost forgot to get out of the train in time because I was in the middle of a mission

Not as good as Velocity 2, and since I can't buy Velocity 2 on steam, I have to settle for this on PC. It runs well on the Steam Deck once you get past some very annoying prompts.