V Rising

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V Rising is a single player and multiplayer open world role playing game. It was developed by Stunlock Studios and was released on May 8, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

In "V Rising," players assume the role of a vampire, recently risen from the grave, who must regain their strength and build a powerful stronghold. They must hunt for resources, battle enemies, and avoid the sun while diplomating or battling other players in this open-world survival game. Combining savage combat, strategic castle building, and a thirst for blood, players must quench their dark hunger to become the apex predator.

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gameplay6k positive mentions

grinding7.1k negative mentions

The game features engaging combat mechanics and a unique vampire-themed atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
Players appreciate the customization options for server settings, allowing for a more enjoyable gameplay experience, especially in multiplayer.
The graphics and immersive atmosphere are widely praised, effectively capturing the essence of a gothic world filled with detailed environments and unique character designs.

The grinding aspect of the game can become tedious, particularly in the late game, leading to burnout for some players, especially those playing solo.
The game's stability and optimization have received mixed feedback, with many players experiencing significant performance issues and bugs.
The storyline is often considered minimal and lacks depth, leaving players desiring more engaging narrative elements and character development.

gameplay
14,368 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "V Rising" has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its engaging combat mechanics, unique vampire-themed features, and satisfying base-building elements. However, some criticize the grindy nature of resource gathering and the frustrating mechanics tied to sunlight exposure and boss encounters, which can detract from the overall experience. While the game offers a rich and immersive world with a variety of bosses and customization options, players often feel that the gameplay loop can become repetitive, especially in solo play.
- “This game masterfully combines base-building mechanics with an atmospheric open world that draws you in from the very first moment.”
- “The gameplay is smooth and addictive, with a great mix of exploration and strategy.”
- “Its engaging gameplay loop, rewarding castle-building system, and creative boss battles make it an easy recommendation for fans of survival and crafting games.”
- “The gameplay loop felt incredibly repetitive and getting late game abilities didn't really change the flow of the game much.”
- “The sun mechanic is both a brilliant idea and a tedious reality. While this adds immersion and reinforces the vampiric fantasy, it also disrupts the flow of gameplay.”
- “The entire gameplay loop is to grind to beat new bosses so that you can grind to beat other bosses?”
grinding
7,374 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of "V Rising" has received mixed feedback from players, with many noting that while it can be enjoyable and rewarding, it often becomes tedious, especially in the late game. Players appreciate the ability to customize server settings to reduce grindiness, but solo players frequently find the experience overwhelming due to the extensive resource gathering required for crafting and progression. Overall, the game is seen as a blend of fun mechanics and engaging combat, but the grind can detract from the enjoyment, particularly for those playing alone.
- “The survival elements were fun and not grindy or overwhelming, the progression and leveling was fun and manageable, the hack and slash combat was fun and enjoyable, the crafting was intriguing but not frustratingly complex, the game looks good and there was always a nice new surprise around the corner to keep it from becoming boring or repetitive, from areas to weapons and skills.”
- “The game is not too grindy and offers a continual steady stream of progress which never makes you feel like you are just over grinding for the sake of power.”
- “Crafting feels smooth, combat feels fleshed out and fun, gathering is actually fun and not tedious.”
- “The game gets exponentially more grindy; by the time I was around item level ~50, I was getting burnt out.”
- “The only fun part of the game is fighting bosses, which is sadly gated behind many hours of boring farming.”
- “The mid-level grinding is absolutely excessive.”
graphics
4,380 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "V Rising" have received widespread acclaim for their stunning gothic art style and immersive atmosphere, effectively capturing the essence of a vampire-themed world. Players appreciate the detailed environments, unique character designs, and the overall aesthetic coherence that enhances gameplay, although some have noted performance issues and optimization challenges on lower-end systems. Overall, the visuals are considered a significant strength of the game, contributing to its engaging and captivating experience.
- “The atmosphere and the graphics were absolutely top-tier, truly immersive.”
- “The graphics and customization of your castle is incredible, the boss battles and locations continue to astound me, you can get hours of play time and crafting out of it.”
- “The game's plot and aesthetics are so clear and cohesive, I find it a real piece of art!”
- “The game used to make my PC crash and restart, but lowering graphics settings solved it.”
- “The graphics are very stylized which works well in this setting, the vampires look suitably imposing and the enemies all have unique looks and locations to battle them in.”
- “The graphics are lacking even running in 4k.”
story
3,772 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in *V Rising* is generally considered minimal and lacks depth, with many players noting that it primarily serves as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a driving force. While there are quests that guide players through the mechanics and progression, the narrative is often described as simplistic, focusing on defeating bosses to unlock new abilities and crafting options without a cohesive overarching plot. Players express a desire for more engaging story elements, character development, and side quests to enhance the experience, particularly in solo play. Overall, the game is seen as a sandbox experience where players create their own narratives rather than following a structured storyline.
- “The game's plot and aesthetics are so clear and cohesive, I find it a real piece of art!”
- “The storyline is surprisingly engaging, giving context to your rise in a dark, gothic world.”
- “The rich story and lore are revealed through quests and interactions, making your journey rewarding and meaningful.”
- “There's not much of a story in this game, mind you (although you can read lore here and there).”
- “There’s no deep story or lore to immerse yourself in; the game relies on your imagination to fill in the gaps.”
- “The story is non-existent, and if you're playing by yourself you'll quickly lose interest as there is no narrative force driving you forward.”
optimization
1,308 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of "V Rising" has received mixed feedback from players. While some users report smooth performance and good graphics on mid-range systems, many others experience significant stuttering, frame drops, and lag, particularly during intense gameplay or when near large structures. Overall, the game shows promise but requires further optimization to enhance stability and performance, especially for those with lower-end hardware or in multiplayer scenarios.
- “Very high quality build, atmospheric, well optimized.”
- “The game’s optimization is remarkable, ensuring smooth performance even in the heat of intense multiplayer fights.”
- “Recently, the game came out of early access, having resolved many bugs and significantly improved optimization.”
- “The optimization is so bad.”
- “I have a 4090 GPU; this game is the worst optimized game I've played in my life.”
- “All I know is that it is an optimization mess.”
music
1,058 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "V Rising" has received a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising its atmospheric and immersive qualities that enhance the game's gothic aesthetic. While some find the soundtrack beautiful and fitting, others note that it can become repetitive over time, particularly during combat. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's ambiance, making it a memorable part of the experience, though some players desire more variety and uniqueness in the tracks, especially for boss encounters.
- “The world itself and the soundtrack are on point, the survival elements focus on basebuilding and self-sufficient production.”
- “The gothic aesthetic is a feast for the senses, with architecture that evokes a sense of ancient mystery and a soundtrack that perfectly complements the dark, immersive atmosphere.”
- “The music is enchanting & the audio VFX are crisp & impactful; if you enjoy music from TW3, you will probably also find the V Rising OST suitably atmospheric.”
- “The music of this game was by far the weakest part of my experience.”
- “I'm a merciless vampiric killing machine, but while I slaughtered and drank the blood of the innocent, the music that was playing could be featured in an episode of Care Bears.”
- “The music has nothing to do with the idea that you are a vampire rising to power; it detracts from the theme.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere in *V Rising* is widely praised for its immersive and captivating gothic aesthetic, featuring beautifully crafted environments, haunting soundscapes, and a dynamic day-night cycle that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke a sense of being a vampire in a dark, atmospheric world filled with eerie forests, decrepit castles, and chilling landscapes. The combination of stunning visuals, atmospheric music, and engaging gameplay elements creates a rich and enchanting atmosphere that keeps players enthralled throughout their adventures.
- “The atmosphere and the graphics were absolutely top-tier, truly immersive.”
- “The atmospheric graphics, haunting music, and dynamic day-night cycle make the experience immersive and captivating.”
- “The game’s atmospheric design is stunning, with beautifully crafted environments that range from shadowy forests to eerie villages, perfectly capturing its gothic theme.”
- “With 1.0 they've changed the game visually, it lost the feel and atmosphere that only after going away has made me realize how much it carried the game.”
- “The atmosphere and the musics couldn't be any worse.”
- “The atmosphere could be much darker, you play as a vampire after all, but so probably lots of kids can (and will) enjoy this game too (count this as positive or negative, whatever).”
replayability
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The game's replayability is a contentious topic among players, with many expressing disappointment in its limited options, particularly in PvE modes where progression feels linear and repetitive. While some players find enjoyment in multiplayer and PvP elements that enhance replay value, others feel that once the main content is completed, there is little incentive to return. Overall, the consensus suggests that while there are fun aspects and potential for replayability, significant improvements are needed to sustain long-term engagement, especially in solo play.
- “Everything about this game is fantastic; the way it is held up and the replayability is awesome. Such a fun game, and I haven't even finished it yet! Can't wait to finish and then play again on the hardest difficulty.”
- “The multiplayer component further enhances the experience, allowing for co-op play or intense PvP battles that add depth and replayability.”
- “With its vast open world, varied combat, and deep customization options, V Rising offers high replay value.”
- “No replayability whatsoever in PvE.”
- “The game puts a lot of emphasis on the PvP aspect and offers little to no replayability for purely PvE players: the progression system based on killing bosses is linear, the world is static, and the only late-game area gets repetitive after an hour of gameplay.”
- “Once you hit the max level, I don't see the replayability of the game.”
stability
564 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While some players report a relatively smooth experience with few major bugs, others have encountered frequent glitches, crashes, and performance issues, particularly during combat and server interactions. Overall, the game shows potential but still requires further optimization and bug fixes to enhance stability.
- “Really well made game with no glitches or performance issues, still receiving updates from the devs.”
- “V Rising is such a well-built game, I have to applaud Stuntlock for doing a good job not only making a functional game, but also keeping the game almost bug-free.”
- “Progression is smooth, the game runs great and no issues crashing or anything.”
- “A buggy, outdated mess.”
- “This game is 100% unplayable and I will be returning it as I've spent less than an hour 'in game' - all just troubleshooting of course (not to mention the extra hour+ spent out of game reinstalling, rebooting computer, etc).”
- “The game is buggy as hell, the grinding feels annoying tedious, the bosses are designed absolutely terribly being either way too easy, to absolutely bullshit.”
humor
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying its dark and quirky comedic elements, particularly in the context of vampire lore. Many find the interactions, boss personalities, and absurd situations—like getting scorched by the sun or farmers attacking vampires with frying pans—hilariously entertaining. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with engaging gameplay, making it a fun experience, especially when played with friends.
- “In the first 30 minutes of playing the game, my friend and I had a blast, laughing and dying because we kept forgetting we were vampires and getting scorched by the sun, or thinking we were so badass we fought anything moving only to regret it later.”
- “The voice acting, sound design, gorgeous and often very funny visuals are phenomenally well done and really complete the package.”
- “The concept of being an asshole vampire, running around terrorizing the populace, all while scrounging for stuff to build a castle is both hilarious and satisfying.”
- “Learning boss fighting strategies in solo is not funny.”
- “Eet's not funny!”
- “Whoever thought it was a good idea for there to be areas with multiple healers who can full heal an enemy in a split second should be fired because jfc is this so obviously broken it's not funny.”
monetization
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The monetization model of the game is generally praised for being consumer-friendly, with no microtransactions or pay-to-win mechanics, allowing players to enjoy the full experience without additional costs. However, concerns have been raised about the presence of advertisements in the main menu and the potential for future DLCs to feel like cash grabs, especially given the game's early access status and the developers' history. Overall, while the game avoids predatory monetization practices, some players remain wary of its future direction.
- “S tier game with great devs and no greedy monetization.”
- “Finally, the monetization of this game is one of the rare good ones that absolutely don't nickel and dime you to cough up extra to have the full experience.”
- “There are no microtransactions, paywalls, timers, predatory pricing tactics, or lootboxes.”
- “In my opinion, even a mobile cash grab would be better.”
- “It is nothing but tedious and I suspect it to be an intentional decision to sell buffs later via microtransactions. Let's not pretend that the devs are some kind of saints and the DLCs were not more expensive than the game itself during early access, right.”
- “As of now, I'm not gonna recommend the game because of the way the game is being handled. It's fine that the devs have their own vision of the game, but you know ramming it into the ground before it's even out of the ground is pretty much screaming cash grab.”
emotional
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The emotional responses to the game highlight a mix of intense satisfaction and frustration, with players expressing feelings of nostalgia, accomplishment, and heartbreak. Many reviewers noted the game's ability to evoke a strong sense of immersion and connection to the vampire experience, while also acknowledging moments of disappointment, particularly related to gameplay mechanics and community interactions. Overall, the game successfully elicits a wide range of emotions, from joy in overcoming challenges to sadness over losses and frustrations with design choices.
- “This game made me feel emotions again.”
- “The haunting soundtrack becomes an integral part of the experience, elevating emotional impact in every encounter.”
- “It's heartbreaking as a long time fan.”
character development
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Character development in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the depth and optimization options available through items and spells, while others criticize it for being linear and lacking meaningful progression. Many users express disappointment in the character design, describing it as generic or cartoonish, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while some find the character development engaging and immersive, others feel it falls short, lacking the complexity and variety expected in a game of this genre.
- “Character development is very linear and classless but in time, it ends up opening enough optimization and build options with the help of items and spells.”
- “Plus, the character development adds depth, making me genuinely invested in their journeys.”
- “Lovely character development that makes you keep playing.”
- “There is no XP, no character development; the only progression is based on getting better gear.”
- “I feel like the life of a vampire in this game is very surface level with little character development.”
- “Character development factually doesn't exist.”