Critical Impact Overview
You control a small ship at the bottom of the screen, moving it laterally with the arrow keys. Your main objective is to shoot down every meteor before it reaches the ground. The core loop involves constant firing and precise positioning to intercept the falling rocks. Two key mechanics define the play. You can transform your ship into a form called Heatblast, which increases your firepower for destroying larger meteors. You can also switch to a form called Ghostfreak, allowing you to phase through certain barriers that appear, adding a layer of tactical evasion. The pace is relentless, with the screen quickly filling with targets and obstacles. It feels like a tense, focused scramble to manage threats before they overwhelm you.