9 Editor's Choice Award
FuturLab's PlayStation Mini is one of the best downloadable games on the PlayStation Store.
IGN

9
Invention and an enviable learning curve mean that FuturLab's PS Mini shooter is simply unmissable.
Edge

9 Pocket Gamer Gold Award
FuturLab has created a shooter that exudes creativity and quality every step of the way.
Pocket Gamer

10
Not only is it the best mini, but it could also stand toe to toe with some of PSN's big hitters.
TheSixthAxis

9
FuturLab have a profound grasp of how to make a superb handheld title with crystal meth-like levels of addiction.
Godisageek

9 Game of the Month Award
Velocity is a truly remarkable achievement: it's inventive, clever and brimming with ideas.
Push Square

10
Velocity is astounding. From the perfectly executed teleportation mechanics to the excellent presentation, it exudes mastery.
PSNStores

9
Velocity is great. Really, really good fun. LOVELY STUFF.
Play UK

9.5 Editor's Choice Award
A unique shoot 'em-up that sets the standard for PS Minis.
ZTGD

9.5
Velocity is not only the best PlayStation Mini available, but it's also one of the best games available on the Vita.
zConnection

9
Pitch-perfect controls and a solid concept offer a fresh variation on the standard shoot 'em-up.
What Culture

9
Despite its size and price, Velocity presents a wholly enjoyable, standout experience. It even gives 'full' PSN shooters like Pixeljunk and Soldner-X a run for their money.
Explosion

9
Velocity is a fresh gaming experience that everyone should play.
Eurogamer IT

8
Velocity looks like a blast from the past and plays like anything but; it's some sort of triumph of substance over style. That sounds like a good thing, and it is, but a little more of the latter wouldn't have hurt.
Eurogamer

9
A game that begs to be played over and over again. Undoubtedly one of the best games on the PS Minis platform.
Girl Gamers UK

9.5
With an overwhelming wealth of unique gameplay ideas and oodles of polish, Velocity is a great game. If you like a challenge, it's hard to top it.
PSP Minis

7
What Velocity lacks in scope and variety, it makes up for in originality.
Destructoid

8
Velocity is probably the most fun I've had with the Vita since it launched, which is particularly impressive for a title that's not even specifically for that platform.
Videogamer

7
Velocity might not boast the prettiest of visuals, but its fast-paced shooting and neat level design make for an innovative and addictive experience.
GameSpot

9 Mini Of The Month Award
With an exciting synth soundtrack from Killzone composer Joris de Man, constant new abilities and a challenging difficulty curve, this is a compulsive bite-sized gaming chunk.
PlayStation Official Magazine UK

9 Recommended
One of the most addictive and rewarding games ever made. We honestly can't get enough.
Official PlayStation Magazine Australia [PDF]

9.3 Sizzler Award
Velocity proves that even the oldest of genres can be taken in fresh new directions.
Retro Gamer [PDF]

9.1
A milestone for retro-revival-fans.
GamingXP

9
Challenging, fun and hypnotic, Velocity is one of the best mini games you'll experience.
PlayStation Universe

8
Fantastic in its own right, Velocity could well be a stepping stone towards something incredible.
Hyper Magazine

8.1
With smart additions to the scrolling shooter formula, Velocity is a blast to play.
Gaming Illustrated

9
Velocity is a perfectionist's dream. This is one game guaranteed to give you your money's worth, many times over.
Worth Playing

10
In short, it's a classic. Absolutely, positively essential and there aren't many games you can say that about.
Gamestyle