Final Horizon

 PlayStation Vita
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6.6

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  2. Mixed: 8 out of 19
  3. Negative: 3 out of 19

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  1. TheQuietGamer
    Dec 25, 2014
    8
    A tower defense game with more of an emphasis on short, action packed levels. There's a set number of places that you can put towers, so it doesn't allow for the freedom of placement other similar games do. Instead the focus is on quickly deciding on which towers are best for the job and where they need to go. The waves of enemies are large and diverse.

    The game's bite sized levels make    A tower defense game with more of an emphasis on short, action packed levels. There's a set number of places that you can put towers, so it doesn't allow for the freedom of placement other similar games do. Instead the focus is on quickly deciding on which towers are best for the job and where they need to go. The waves of enemies are large and diverse.

    The game's bite sized levels make it feel perfect for gaming on the go. However an irritating opening load screen stays around for far too long. It's not a particularly long game, but the bonus level objectives and score mode will keep you coming back should you find you enjoy the game.

    If you're like me you will. The game kept me glued to my Vita as I struggled to decide what towers would be best to upgrade or whether I should sacrifice defense in favor of more building materials, all while holding out to get enough kills for a game changing killstreak.

    The game might not please those looking for a lot of tactical freedom, but those who are up for a more fast-paced take on the genre should give this one a look. I think it's a great take on the tower defense genre. My total score for the game is an 8.5/10.    … Expand
  2. Psvitalife
    Feb 7, 2015
    8
    In the genre of tower defense games, Final Horizon literally blows the competition out of the water, and into space!

    Released in December 2014, Final Horizon is a single-player, tower defense game by UK developer Eiconic Games. A new take on classic sci-fi titles such as Space Invaders which has never been done before. You play as a group of space explorers (presumably a search n    In the genre of tower defense games, Final Horizon literally blows the competition out of the water, and into space!

    Released in December 2014, Final Horizon is a single-player, tower defense game by UK developer Eiconic Games. A new take on classic sci-fi titles such as Space Invaders which has never been done before.
    You play as a group of space explorers (presumably a search n rescue,or defense team) answering broken distress calls and traveling from planet to planet, constantly driving back a mysterious alien threat known as "The Swarm"(many of whom resemble large bees,scorpions,and spiders). To do so you must utilize the various hi-tech weapons at your disposal. Gadgets vary from missle launchers, lasers, and assault weapons. Every time you place a weapon you must wait for your "energy" to rise back up so you may place another tower before you are overtaken by the enemy, which is where the strategy element comes into play. It's also note worthy that your weapon towers can be destroyed if you take too long to make your next move,so choose both the weapon, and the location carefully. Guns are upgradable, and can even be "re-funded" in case you make a mistake, or need to switch your strategy.
    Graphics are just how they should be given the dark theme of the game. Music is soft and somber,always giving you the feeling that somthing bad happened,or will very soon.
    Stages are 3D and have a real cinematic feel (especially during kill streaks). You can pan, as well as zoom in/out at anytime you wish. Everything from explosions, weapons, to the enemy are very detailed.
    Most of the games functions can be completed via touch controls (which are very responsive), but the Analog sticks, and face buttons can also be used effectively.
    Survival mode is where the story truly shines. Pick a planet, enemy spawn rate, strength, and see how long you last. The game ends when your planet is overrun. Replay value is...well,very valuable, stretching across 15 planets, 50 levels, 100 objectives, and over 10 hours of gameplay. Enough to keep you playing until the next alien invasion.

    GAMEPLAY - 8.5

    BUCKSWORTH - 9

    EFFECTS - 9.5

    CONTENT - 8

    Good: constant action, sweet graphics, easy controls

    Bad: aside from distress communications, no characters involved in storyline

    Verdict: any fans of the tower defense genre will enjoy the unique concept of "Final Horizon". The never ending, shooting action and strategic gameplay, combined with the replay value will be more than enough to keep you coming back.    … Expand

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  1. Multiplayer.it
    Jan 4, 2015
    70
    For what it's worth, Final Horizon is a competent RTS with tons of levels and challenges, but at some point it ends relying a bit too much on random factors for the genre it represents.
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  2. Everyeye.it
    Dec 15, 2014
    65
    It's a very easy to play and immediate tower defense game, and that makes it more enjoyable on PS Vita than it actually is on PS4. On the other hand, it doesn't bring anything really new to the genre.
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  3. The Vita Lounge
    Dec 15, 2014
    80
    If you love Tower Defence titles then it's a no brainer. Great design, very addictive and the score challenge mode will have you playing for ages.
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