Editing GlitchSpace

{{Infobox Location
|name = GlitchSpace
|image = [[File:GlitchSpace.png|250px]]
|type = Upgrade Zone
|purpose = Power Upgrades
|access = Between Areas
}}

'''GlitchSpace''' is a special dimension in ''[[Galactic Glitch]]'' where players upgrade their [[Powers]] between combat areas. It represents a glitch in the simulation that you exploit for power.

== Overview ==

GlitchSpace appears between major areas, offering a chance to:

* '''Upgrade existing Powers''' - Increase power levels (1→2→3)
* '''Choose new Powers''' - Select from offered options
* '''Collect [[Upgrade Protocols|UPs]]''' - Stat boosts
* '''Rest and prepare''' - Safe zone before next area

== How It Works ==

=== Entering GlitchSpace ===

GlitchSpace portals appear:
* After clearing an area's final wave
* Before boss encounters
* At specific story checkpoints

=== The Choice ===

In GlitchSpace, you're presented with options:

{| class="wikitable"
! Option Type !! Description
|-
| '''Power Upgrade''' || Level up an existing power (2→3)
|-
| '''New Power''' || Add a new power to your loadout
|-
| '''UP Choice''' || Select from different [[Upgrade Protocols|UP]] types
|-
| '''Shop Access''' || Spend shards on items
|-
| '''Skip''' || Leave without choosing (not recommended)
|}

=== Power Levels ===

Powers can be upgraded through three levels:

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"
! Level !! Visual !! Effect
|-
| '''Level 1''' || White text || Base effect
|-
| '''Level 2''' || style="color: yellow;" | Yellow text || Enhanced effect (+50% typical)
|-
| '''Level 3''' || style="color: #FF00FF;" | Magenta text || Maximum effect (+100% typical)
|}

== GlitchSpace Offerings ==

What you're offered depends on:

* '''Current Powers''' - Can only upgrade what you have
* '''Run progress''' - Later areas offer rarer powers
* '''[[Prototype]]''' - Some offerings match your ship
* '''RNG''' - There's always randomness

=== Rarity in GlitchSpace ===

{| class="wikitable"
! Rarity !! Appearance Rate !! Power Examples
|-
| Basic || Common || [[Charged Shot]], [[Long Dodge]]
|-
| Uncommon || Moderate || [[Helping Hand]], [[Raging Bull]]
|-
| Rare || Uncommon || [[Backstabber]], [[Kill Streak]]
|-
| Legendary || Rare || [[Fireball]], [[Hurricane]]
|}

== Strategy ==

=== Upgrade Priority ===

Generally prioritize:
# '''Level 3 your best power''' - Maxed powers are very strong
# '''Synergistic powers''' - Build around a theme
# '''Survival powers''' - Don't die before using damage

=== Build Paths ===

{| class="wikitable"
! Build !! Priority Powers !! GlitchSpace Focus
|-
| '''Throw Build''' || [[Fireball]], [[Crunchy Targets]] || Max Gravity powers
|-
| '''Dodge Build''' || [[Hurricane]], [[Charged Shot]] || Max Evasion powers
|-
| '''Tank Build''' || [[Last Hope]], [[Radiant Fury]] || Max Resistance powers
|-
| '''Minion Build''' || [[Carrier Command]], [[Helping Hand]] || Get all minion powers
|}

=== When to Skip ===

Skip offerings only if:
* None synergize with your build
* You're saving for a specific power later
* The options actively hurt your build

(This is rare - usually take something!)

== Visual Design ==

GlitchSpace has a distinctive appearance:

* '''Void environment''' - Dark space with glitch effects
* '''Floating platforms''' - Where choices appear
* '''Digital artifacts''' - Glitchy visual effects
* '''Calm music''' - Contrast to combat areas

== Lore ==

GlitchSpace represents a flaw in [[Siren|Siren's]] simulation:

* The simulation has imperfections
* These glitches can be exploited
* GlitchSpace exists "between" normal space
* [[Siren]] may have created it intentionally

== Tips ==

* '''Always check all options''' - Don't grab the first thing
* '''Read upgrade descriptions''' - Level 3 effects can be surprising
* '''Remember your build''' - Stay focused on synergies
* '''Don't hoard''' - Powers are useless if you die before using them

== Trivia ==

* GlitchSpace is inspired by "void" areas in other roguelikes
* The visual effects use actual glitch shader techniques
* Some players speedrun to minimize GlitchSpace visits
* The music changes based on your power loadout

== See Also ==

* [[Powers]] - What you upgrade in GlitchSpace
* [[Upgrade Protocols]] - UPs offered in GlitchSpace
* [[The Hub]] - Where runs start and end
* [[Prototypes]] - Ships that use upgraded powers

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