Space waves removes any long storylines or complicated mission systems, instead opting for a pure high-speed ride with players controlling an energy arrow through tough geometric mazes. Each level is one long test of observation, reaction and concentration played out at breakneck speed. From the first moment the game tells you that every gap matters and every move counts; one over-correction, one delayed reply and the run is over. But instead of discouragement, the game stirs up a burning need to beat the task. Players are always driven by the hope that once they know more of the level’s layout, they can do better on their next attempt. This combination of speed, accuracy, and constant learning makes space waves a comfortable but rigorous game. This is the kind of game that the longer you stay with it, the more you will appreciate the depth that lies beneath the minimalist aesthetic.