Strike Vector

While a bit rough around the edges and not exactly great when it comes to content, this is probably the best arena shooter we've played in years. With an hard to master and brilliant high-speed gameplay, Ragequit's game has the ability to awaken the competitive spirit of every veteran of the genre, doesn't matter how shriveled it is by today's standards. Quite the amazing feat.

Although Strike Vector is enjoyable to play then, its current range of content hardly represents stellar value at a launch price of £18.99 - even if it is all available up front. RageQuit is promising frequent, and entirely free updates over the coming months however, so if you consider that lump sum a gamble on a lifetime membership to a subscription service then it becomes a little more palatable.

Strike Vector delivers a hardcore multiplayer experience that's easy to learn but difficult to master.

Strike Vector is a unique, must-consider offering for all those who wish to experience something competitive fast, balanced and damn hard.

Strike Vector is definitely well crafted, it just needs more variety to really shine.

Strike Vector is an excellent online flight shooter that requires rapidity and dexterity.

Those players who enjoyed games like Unreal Tournament will find a game with much of its essence, but with spaceships. We expect more content and game modes to expand the experience, but it is a good start.

The developers – aptly named Ragequit – focused on the big picture, which is wonderfully captured dogfights between megabots, but they've neglected to tie all its complex pieces together with a useful tutorial.

Serving three masters as it does, Strike Vector might not have a whole lot of mass-market appeal, but what it lacks in that field, it more than makes up for by being a gorgeous, intensely competitive experience that matches its aesthetic appeal with pure shooter satisfaction.