"IGN" criticized the game's similarities to "Xevious 3D/G+" and called it "a little short", but said that it has "amazing graphics, excellent music, and solid gameplay". "Next Generation" also noted the similarity to "Xevious 3D/G+" but said "RayStorm" distinguished itself by having "a heavy anime influence, mainly in the form of powerful Macross-like mech bosses that will be sure to set the fan boy contingent drooling." He supported the overwhelming consensus that the graphics are the highlight of the game, and concluded, "There's no escaping the debt this game owes to "Xevious" - and just about every other shooter since - but if the proof of a modern shooter is in its design, then "RayStorm" is well-proven indeed."