Amid Evil VR
- April 20, 2023
- Indefatigable
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"AMID EVIL VR" is a rebuilt retro FPS game for virtual reality, featuring seven episodes with unique settings and enemies, and an eight-hour campaign with intense boss fights. The game includes ludicrous magical weaponry, brutal enemy AI, and sprawling non-linear levels filled with secrets. With an original dynamic soundtrack, cutting-edge visuals, and various comfort options, players can enjoy a "Golden Experience" with cheats available.
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus Quest
PlayStation
PlayStation VR2
Reviews
- The VR port of Amid Evil enhances the original experience with immersive weapon interactions and a sense of scale that makes exploration enjoyable.
- The game features fast-paced gameplay reminiscent of classic shooters, with satisfying weapon mechanics and creative level design that keeps players engaged.
- Despite some minor bugs, the overall performance and visuals in VR are impressive, making it a standout title for fans of retro FPS games.
- The game suffers from performance issues and bugs, such as enemies getting stuck in walls and inconsistent weapon mechanics, which can detract from the experience.
- Some players find the difficulty level in VR to be significantly easier than the original, leading to a less challenging gameplay experience.
- The controls can feel awkward at times, particularly with melee weapons, and the lack of certain features from the flat version may disappoint some players.
- gameplay33 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Amid Evil" is praised for its fast-paced mechanics and nostalgic homage to classic titles like "Heretic" and "Doom," with enjoyable projectile weapon mechanics and a solid aesthetic. However, some players find the melee combat clunky and the throwing mechanics imprecise, which can detract from the overall experience, especially in VR. While the game adapts well to virtual reality, some users note that it can lead to fatigue and a loss of precision compared to traditional controls.
“The first way I played Amid Evil was in VR, and I quickly came to love the gameplay, aesthetic, and level design.”
“Awesome game with great visuals and fun gameplay, one of my favorite games and publishers (Newblood).”
“The gameplay of Amid Evil is adapted to VR in a great way.”
“The biggest negatives are the melee combat, which feels pretty clunky and unsatisfying (the enemies don't really seem like they were hit, they just die/fall apart), and the throwing mechanics, since it's almost impossible to be precise enough to hit anything.”
“Here you play the same game as we did several years ago, but this time you get tired and a little bit VR-sick after playing for a while and you are not as precise as with normal keyboard and mouse controls, so gameplay suffers a bit.”
“The most difficult part about Amid Evil was figuring out where to go; that is to say this game is no Ultrakill or Doom Eternal when it comes to mechanical skill requirement, and that made this game a bit slow to go back to compared to some other games in New Blood's catalog.”
- graphics30 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some praising the retro aesthetic and impressive lighting effects that enhance the immersive experience, particularly in VR. However, others have criticized the performance and optimization, noting issues like frame rate drops and a lack of depth in the visuals. Overall, while the game successfully captures a nostalgic vibe reminiscent of classic shooters, it may not fully leverage modern graphical capabilities.
“Boomer shooter with fantastic graphics.”
“Very atmospheric, cool light effects, overall good graphics and an amazing soundtrack.”
“With some of the best designed levels I have seen in any game, impressive visuals thanks to state-of-the-art lighting, a beautiful art direction and a chill soundtrack, Amid Evil is the perfect blend of modern and retro design.”
“Very poor graphics and performance.”
“It feels uninspiring, endless spamming of brain-dead enemies, objects are 2D not 3D, movement is floaty, graphics are ugly, there's no physics.”
“Performance seems to be less than optimized for the simple graphics, the main menu area always runs a bit choppy while the rest of the game is mostly smooth.”
- optimization25 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 24 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, even on high-end GPUs like the RTX 3090 and 4090. While some users report improvements and smooth gameplay after adjustments, others still face stuttering and frame rate drops, particularly in later levels and specific areas like the main menu. Despite some fixes being implemented, the consensus is that the game remains poorly optimized for its graphics, with ongoing technical issues that may require further patches.
“Great projectile weapon swing mechanics and very good performance.”
“Now that the initial performance problems were fixed, I can wholeheartedly recommend this.”
“Superb performance/frame-rate.”
“Shame that performance issues still plague this gem.”
“Clearly the game is extremely poorly optimized.”
“Another problem is that in later levels, the performance becomes awfully unbearable.”
- story13 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is generally perceived as minimal and forgettable, with some players noting that it consists mainly of large text that is difficult to read in VR. While there are hints of a narrative, many users found it unengaging and often ignored it in favor of gameplay. Overall, the story does not significantly enhance the gaming experience.
“There is a bit of a story, but I ignored it most of the time because it was just giant text on the wall that you had to be super close to read, which was a pain in the neck in VR.”
“- not really much story but the atmosphere is great throughout.”
“☑ no story”
“- somehow basic story”
“There is a bit of a story but I ignored it most of the time because it was just giant text on the wall that you had to be super close to read, which was a pain in the neck in VR.”
- music10 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers highlighting the "unreal" soundtrack that complements the impressive visuals and level design. The combination of great sound effects and a chill yet engaging soundtrack contributes to a captivating gaming atmosphere, making it a standout feature. Overall, the music is considered a masterpiece that elevates the gameplay.
“Very atmospheric, cool light effects, overall good graphics and an amazing soundtrack.”
“Great music, great atmosphere, and great level design that really shine when you're face to face with every detail.”
“With some of the best designed levels I have seen in any game, impressive visuals thanks to state-of-the-art lighting, a beautiful art direction and a chill soundtrack, Amid Evil is the perfect blend of modern and retro design.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its impressive graphics, cool light effects, and an outstanding soundtrack that enhances the experience. Reviewers appreciate the retro graphics, which contribute to a unique, otherworldly feel, and note that the level design effectively immerses players in a nostalgic old-school shooter vibe. Overall, while the story may be lacking, the atmospheric elements consistently shine throughout the gameplay.
“Very atmospheric, cool light effects, overall good graphics, and an amazing soundtrack.”
“Great music, great atmosphere, and great level design that really shine when you're face to face with every detail.”
“Great atmosphere of an old school shooter translated to VR.”
- stability5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The game exhibits notable stability issues, with players reporting various bugs such as clipping through floors and terrain, as well as glitches affecting enemy behavior. While it runs well on high-end hardware, these bugs can detract from the overall experience, though they are not considered game-breaking. An update is anticipated to address these stability concerns.
“Runs great on my Valve Index and 3080 Ti at max settings.”
“The game maintains a steady frame rate, even during intense action sequences.”
“I've experienced no crashes or bugs, making for a smooth gaming experience.”
“The game can be a bit buggy here and there; I had a couple of instances where I phased through a floor and ended up in the room below, along with other strange glitches.”
“First and foremost, it's quite buggy - it's very easy to clip through reality, enemies often glitch through terrain in ways they shouldn't, and certain bits of terrain (even in early levels) don't have collision, so you can just walk straight through chunks of architecture.”
“Controls are still a little buggy sometimes, but nothing game-breaking.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect tedious, often requiring significant effort to navigate areas for power-ups, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“It can be really tedious to weave in and out of certain areas just to be right on top of the power-up.”
