Tachyon Project

 Xbox One
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. 4P.de
    Jul 15, 2015
    85
    Yes, it is short. But Geometry Wars 3 aside I haven’t had that much fun with a twinstick shooter in a while. Be wary of the spiking difficulty in the middle parts though where it moves from challenging to frustrating for a little while.
  2. Digitally Downloaded
    Jul 16, 2015
    80
    Tachyon Project does not reinvent the wheel for twin stick shooters, but it does add some creative new tread that allows it to feel familiar yet fresh at the same time. There are plenty of modes, challenges and customisations to try out, so fans of the genre should have plenty to keep them busy throughout their time with it.
  3. Vandal
    Aug 3, 2015
    75
    If you like games a la Geometry Wars, Tachyon Project is a very interesting choice. Solid and fun, twin-stick shooters fans should definitely give it a try.
  5. IGN Italia
    Jul 29, 2015
    75
    Tachyon Project is a simple and immediate dual stick shooter based on interesting mechanics. Longevity is not its strong point, though.
  6. MondoXbox
    Jul 26, 2015
    75
    A solid Geometry Wars-like twin stick shooter, with some innovative elements like a timed countdown system, an interesting storyline and deep ship customization.
  7. ZTGD
    Jul 16, 2015
    75
    Tachyon Project seems to take a lot of inspiration from Geometry Wars but puts its own spin on things. Taking cues from one of the best twin stick shooters ever made, isn’t a bad thing in the slightest.
  8. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Sep 26, 2015
    70
    Relies heavily on the work of its arguably better predecessors. [Issue#128, p.79]
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  9. Xbox Achievements
    Aug 20, 2015
    70
    A fine twin-stick shooter, Tachyon Project is good, solid entertainment that's worth whiling away a few hours with.
  10. Pure Xbox
    Jul 23, 2015
    70
    Enjoyable and thrilling while it lasts but also all too short and a shade too easy for those with any sort of skill in the genre, it's one that will surely hit the spot to while away an afternoon. Just don't expect it to last all that much longer than that.
  11. COGconnected
    Jul 20, 2015
    70
    Tachyon Project does enough things to make itself stand out against the bigger names in the genre and be competent, but falls short on doing much else to really rise above and beyond the kings of the category.
  12. We Got This Covered
    Jul 20, 2015
    60
    In the end, Tachyon Project is a half-decent game that will appeal most to a select group of gamers. Despite boasting a unique take on incurred damage, the title’s slower pace and occasionally dull engagements hold it back from being as good as it could’ve been.

Awards & Rankings

73
#73 Best Xbox One Game of 2015

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User Score
6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 2 out of 8
  1. avid_gamer_
    Sep 28, 2015
    10
    This twin-stick shooter doesn't innovate a lot but the tight controls, the time mechanic and the variety in weapons and enemies make up forThis twin-stick shooter doesn't innovate a lot but the tight controls, the time mechanic and the variety in weapons and enemies make up for it. Really enjoyed getting the 1000Gs on this one.… Full Review »
  2. LibertyRan
    Jul 17, 2015
    9
    I have played a number of twin stick shooters and this one comes out on top. The controls are very tight and responsive. There is a hugeI have played a number of twin stick shooters and this one comes out on top. The controls are very tight and responsive. There is a huge variety of different enemies, which cause the player to switch tactics. Similarly, there are hundreds of different ways to customize your ship/program to your liking, as there are tons of different main weapons, secondary weapons and perks. The storyline is decent. The music is great.… Full Review »
  3. Hollified-Ninja
    Jul 15, 2015
    8
    not to bad music kind of like techno twin stick shooter leaderboards.cut scenes are really bad all reading.like geometry wars got a bad reviewnot to bad music kind of like techno twin stick shooter leaderboards.cut scenes are really bad all reading.like geometry wars got a bad review but if you like arcade twin stick shooters yull like it worth 10 bucks.… Full Review »
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