V Rising

90%
Game Brain Score Based on 44,589 reviews
  • gameplay
  • grinding
  • graphics
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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.

  • Play​station 5
  • Cloud
  • NVIDIA GeForce NOW
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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 44,589 reviews
gameplay2,452 positive mentions
grinding2,898 negative mentions
  • gameplay5,833 mentions

    The gameplay of "V Rising" is characterized by a unique blend of action RPG mechanics and survival crafting elements, reminiscent of titles like Diablo and Valheim. Players engage in a satisfying loop of gathering resources, building and upgrading their vampire castle, and battling diverse bosses, each with distinct mechanics that require strategic thinking and skill. While the game offers a rich and immersive experience with innovative vampire-themed mechanics, some players find the grind for resources and certain gameplay mechanics, such as the sunlight vulnerability and castle decay, to be tedious and frustrating, particularly in solo play. Overall, the game is praised for its engaging combat, beautiful graphics, and depth of mechanics, making it a compelling choice for fans of the genre.

    • “The game blends action-RPG combat with survival and crafting mechanics, all set in a rich, gothic world.”
    • “Building and customizing your own vampire castle is seamless, and hunting down bosses for new powers keeps the gameplay fresh.”
    • “The blood mechanic in place of food is super interesting and fresh, and leads to a lot of meaningful decision making.”
    • “The gameplay and AI for the combat is also so formulaic, predictable, and repetitive that it just is not worth playing.”
    • “I played for about 30 hours, which is barely enough to start to understand the mechanics, but then I lost interest in the game, as the economics and the grinding become more and more complicated, and you have to micromanage 8 different fabrication chains, while combat remains uninteresting and exploration frustrating.”
    • “The game has absolutely no balance to it; you're tasked with missions far above what you can reasonably do, basic mechanics and resource refinement is locked behind absurdly leveled bosses and enemies.”
  • grinding3,018 mentions

    The grinding aspect of "V Rising" has received mixed feedback from players. Many appreciate the game's engaging mechanics and the satisfaction of building and crafting, but a significant number find the resource gathering and crafting processes to be excessively tedious, especially in the late game. While some players enjoy the grind as part of the survival experience, others feel it detracts from the overall enjoyment, particularly in solo play where the grind can feel overwhelming and repetitive. Customizable server settings are often recommended to alleviate some of the grindiness, allowing players to tailor their experience to their preferences.

    • “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.”
    • “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.”
    • “Great RPG elements and not too grindy survival mechanics to go with it.”
    • “Otherwise, this game is an empty husk of a grinding sim.”
    • “I played for about 30 hours, which is barely enough to start to understand the mechanics, but then I lost interest in the game, as the economics and the grinding become more and more complicated, and you have to micromanage 8 different fabrication chains, while combat remains uninteresting and exploration frustrating.”
    • “The bosses are really unbalanced, and it becomes extremely grindy over time.”
  • graphics1,772 mentions

    The graphics of "V Rising" have received a mixed but generally positive reception from players. Many appreciate the game's stunning gothic aesthetic, vibrant visuals, and detailed environments, which effectively capture the vampire theme. However, some users have noted performance issues, such as frame rate drops and optimization problems, particularly on lower-end systems, suggesting that while the graphics are visually appealing, they may not always run smoothly. Overall, the art style and atmosphere are frequently highlighted as standout features, contributing to an immersive gameplay experience.

    • “The graphics are stunning, creating a dark and immersive vampire world that's both eerie and captivating.”
    • “V rising boasts stunning visuals that bring its gothic and haunting world to life.”
    • “The graphics are beautiful, the crafting system is phenomenal and the bosses make for so much fun.”
    • “The graphics are lacking even running in 4k.”
    • “The graphics options are broken.”
    • “Game is awesome, but update brought many performance issues, a game in which I used to have 60+ fps anytime on maximum graphical setting is now having 40 fps at lowest and I'm not even talking about when skills appear on the screen, have been frame dropped to 5 fps on easily winnable fights in which frame drop made me lose.”
  • story1,477 mentions

    The story aspect of "V Rising" has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a significant lack of narrative depth. While some appreciate the straightforward quest structure that guides gameplay, others criticize the absence of a cohesive storyline, feeling that the game is primarily focused on survival mechanics and crafting rather than storytelling. Players express a desire for more lore, character development, and engaging quests to enhance the overall experience, suggesting that the game could benefit from a more robust narrative framework.

    • “The immersive storyline keeps me engaged, and the stunning graphics truly bring the world to life.”
    • “The rich story and lore are revealed through quests and interactions, making your journey rewarding and meaningful.”
    • “V rising offers a unique and enthralling experience in the survival genre, blending beautiful visuals, engaging gameplay, and a captivating story.”
    • “The game has absolutely no balance to it; you're tasked with missions far above what you can reasonably do, and basic mechanics and resource refinement are locked behind absurdly leveled bosses and enemies.”
    • “The only complaint for me is the lack of a story, but everything else is an A+.”
    • “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.”
  • optimization562 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues such as stuttering, frame drops, and lag, particularly during intense gameplay or in multiplayer settings. While some users have noted improvements since early access, others still experience severe optimization problems, leading to frustration and unplayability on lower-end systems. Overall, while the game shows potential, it requires further optimization to enhance the experience for a broader range of hardware configurations.

    • “The game’s optimization is remarkable, ensuring smooth performance even in the heat of intense multiplayer fights.”
    • “Came back after the 1.0 update and the game just got better, from the gameplay, the optimizations that they did and the building experience.”
    • “Great progression, base building, resource management, and optimization.”
    • “The game is very poorly optimized; the graphics are not very special, but I always encounter cases of lag and FPS drops. Most of the time, I die at the decisive blow to defeat the boss, but the FPS drop makes me have to play again from the beginning.”
    • “I have a 4090 GPU, and this game is the worst optimized game I've played in my life.”
    • “The game is incredibly unoptimized. If you don't have at least a 1070, then expect massive frame drops and stuttering.”
  • music410 mentions

    The music in "V Rising" has received widespread acclaim for its atmospheric and immersive qualities, enhancing the game's gothic aesthetic and overall experience. Many players appreciate the haunting and enchanting soundtrack, which complements the gameplay and setting, although some note that it can become repetitive over time. While the music is generally well-received, a few critiques mention a desire for more variety, particularly in boss fight themes, to further enrich the auditory experience.

    • “The music is fantastic as well as the graphics and voice acting.”
    • “The soundtrack, visuals, and overall design come together to create a world that’s both haunting and beautiful.”
    • “The music is enchanting & the audio VFX are crisp & impactful; if you enjoy music from The Witcher 3, you will probably also find the V Rising OST suitably atmospheric.”
    • “The music is by far the weakest part of my experience.”
    • “Seriously, the music did not match the setting and feel of this game at all.”
    • “The music is lackluster; I mentioned this in my early access review for the game and nothing changed.”
  • atmosphere366 mentions

    The atmosphere in *V Rising* is widely praised for its immersive and gothic design, effectively capturing the essence of a vampire-themed world. Players appreciate the detailed environments, haunting soundscapes, and the overall aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience, making exploration and castle building feel engaging and atmospheric. While some reviewers noted a desire for deeper lore and more atmospheric elements, the game's visuals and sound design are consistently highlighted as standout features that contribute to its captivating ambiance.

    • “The atmosphere in V Rising perfectly captures the gothic, eerie world of vampires, immersing you in dense forests, lively towns, creepy swamps, or simply brooding in a castle of your own design.”
    • “Every shadowy forest, decrepit castle, and eerie dungeon is crafted with meticulous detail, creating an atmospheric experience that pulls you deeper into its dark embrace.”
    • “The game's gothic-inspired visuals, haunting soundtrack, and immersive atmosphere combine seamlessly to create a truly authentic vampire experience.”
    • “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 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).”
    • “That takes away from the atmosphere when there is castle next to castle.”
  • stability242 mentions

    The stability of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While some players report a smooth experience with minimal bugs and excellent performance on various platforms, others have encountered significant issues such as frequent crashes, freezing during gameplay, and various glitches that can disrupt the experience. Overall, the game shows promise with ongoing updates addressing these issues, but many players recommend waiting for further optimization before diving in fully.

    • “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.”
    • “Absolutely one of the greatest survival games I've ever played, don't let 'early access' fool you, this game has a ton of content and is practically bug free.”
    • “I like this game but it is so buggy and laggy :( often kicks you out of the game at random which can be a frustrating experience.”
    • “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 freezes during the fight with bosses and other characters, you return after a restart - and your character is killed.”
  • replayability234 mentions

    The replayability of the game is a mixed bag, with many players noting that while it offers enjoyable multiplayer experiences and customization options, it suffers from a lack of engaging endgame content and a static world. Solo players, in particular, find limited replay value after completing the main objectives, as the game becomes repetitive without procedural generation or varied gameplay experiences. Overall, the game's replayability heavily depends on player preferences, especially regarding PvP engagement, with some enjoying the potential for new playthroughs while others feel it lacks depth for sustained play.

    • “The multiplayer aspect adds replayability and keeps things exciting, while the vampire mechanics give the game a fresh and strategic twist.”
    • “With its vast open world, varied combat, and deep customization options, V Rising offers high replay value.”
    • “The game's diverse cast of vampire characters, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles, allows for endless replayability and customization.”
    • “No replayability, it seems like it's just the same game every time partly due to the lack of a class system.”
    • “The game is fun, but over very quickly and not a lot of replay value.”
    • “Once you get to the end game it doesn't have too much replay value, but I would definitely jump back in with any DLCs or expansions.”
  • humor158 mentions

    The humor in this vampire-themed game is widely praised, with players highlighting its darkly comedic elements, quirky boss characters, and amusing interactions during gameplay. Many reviews note the game's ability to evoke laughter through its absurd scenarios, such as farmers attacking vampires with frying pans and the chaotic dynamics of PvP encounters. Overall, the humor enhances the experience, making it particularly enjoyable when played with friends.

    • “The game has intuitive mechanics, looks pretty funny, and you have to struggle a bit like all survival games (not for complex menus but because fights are pretty hard since you have to study mobs' moves).”
    • “The atmosphere is great, the characters look cool, and the humor is there.”
    • “It's hilarious because most games like Don't Starve make you fear the dark; V Rising has pulled a classic reversal here.”
    • “Learning boss fighting strategies in solo is not funny.”
    • “It's not funny!”
    • “Whoever thought it was a good idea for there to be areas with multiple healers who can fully heal an enemy in a split second should be fired because, jfc, this is so obviously broken it's not funny.”
  • monetization99 mentions

    The monetization model of the game is generally viewed positively, with many players appreciating the absence of microtransactions and pay-to-win mechanics, which contrasts sharply with other titles in the genre. However, concerns about potential cash grabs arise due to the early release of DLCs and the presence of numerous ads (minions) during boss fights, leading some to suspect that the game may adopt more aggressive monetization strategies in the future. Overall, players value the game's consumer-friendly approach but remain cautious about its long-term monetization direction.

    • “No pay2win, no microtransactions.”
    • “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.”
    • “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.”
    • “As it is now, do not waste your money on this cash grab dumpster fire.”
    • “I won't be surprised when they start selling microtransactions to make those timers disappear, just like a mobile game.”
  • emotional52 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by players' deep connections to the immersive world, where they experience a range of feelings from nostalgia and empowerment to frustration and heartbreak. Many express a strong sense of accomplishment after overcoming challenges, while others lament the emotional toll of setbacks, particularly in multiplayer scenarios. Overall, the game successfully evokes a powerful emotional response, making players feel like they truly embody their characters, especially in the context of a vampire's life.

    • “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 an emotional experience, going out into the night for five minutes only to accumulate yet another full inventory of junk to painstakingly sort amongst your storage units.”
  • character development46 mentions

    Character development in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its depth and ability to engage players in the characters' journeys, while others criticize the lack of substantial progression and the simplistic nature of character designs. The attention to detail in character and environment design enhances immersion, although some players find the stylized aesthetics polarizing. Overall, while some players appreciate the character development and customization options, others feel it is limited or not well-executed.

    • “Plus, the character development adds depth, making me genuinely invested in their journeys.”
    • “Lovely character development that makes you keep playing.”
    • “The unique survival aspect, character development, and building construction style is insanely creative and fun.”
    • “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.”
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Play time

33hMedian play time
1267hAverage play time
10-80hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 385 analyzed playthroughs

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