The Space Vortex Rider LT

The Space Vortex Rider LT

by Reimund Lube

56 ratings
42 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 10 Aug 2025)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 18, 2015
  • October 30, 2022

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About

Experience a retro arcade shooter inspired by 1980s vector graphics games. Navigate your ship through a vortex, dodging enemies and firing to survive. Compete for high scores in this classic-style challenge.

Vector graphics inspired by 80s arcade games
Simple left/right movement and firing controls
Progressively challenging gameplay
Authentic 80s sounds and music
High score saving and loading
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What's New in The Space Vortex Rider LT

1.4

October 30, 2022

-Faster loading time -Fixed minor bugs

User reviews

Ok but

Horrible controls. Horrible controls.

Waste of time

Controls are useless!! Don’t waste your time!

Too fast & poor controls, needs update

A promising game, but there are no difficulty settings and the attackers come far too fast. This is especially true because there’s only a single control option. Tap on 2 lower left buttons to move clockwise or counterclockwise. Awkward for the speed of the game. Add an option for sliding your finger anywhere on the full screen to move yourself. That might be fast and more natural and fluid. You finger could block some screen view though.

Overall = very disappointing even with the last update 2 years ago.

Using iPhone 14 Pro w/ iOS 17
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Poor

Well before you start you have to agree to some policy. What policy? No idea it’s written only on German.

Looks great, but…

*Added an extra star for developer responsiveness! Thanks, Richard! It’s great to know someone out there is listening. *
The graphics are super retro and satisfying, which is awesome! But the gameplay is clunky at best. To move around the board, you must tap arrows, which are located at the bottom left of the screen. It’s awkward. Far more elegant and intuitive would be the ability to slide your finger in the direction you wish to move and shoot. I love where this game is headed, and I know it can and will be improved over time. But right now, it’s nearly impossible to play. Sorry. I really want to love it, but it’s mostly potential at this point and not a super substantive rendition of the game.
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FAQ

What kind of game is Space Vortex Rider LT?

This is a retro arcade shooter game inspired by classic 1980s vector graphics titles like Tempest and Star Wars. It features simple controls where you move left or right and fire to navigate through a vortex while avoiding enemy ships.

What are the key features of this game?

The game boasts 1980s-style old school vector graphics, cool sounds and music, and progressively harder gameplay. It's easy to learn with simple left/right movement and firing controls, and you can save and load your high score.

Is this game free to play?

Yes, this is the free version of the game, which includes a few ads. An ad-free version is available for purchase in the store if you prefer an uninterrupted experience.

What platforms is Space Vortex Rider LT available on?

The description does not specify platform compatibility. However, it is presented as a mobile application, suggesting availability on iOS and Android devices.

What is the main objective in Space Vortex Rider LT?

The main objective is to survive as long as possible by changing your ship's direction as it moves through the vortex. You must avoid enemy ships and enemy fire, with the goal of achieving a high score.