Apex
- October 19, 2017
- Arjan van Meerten
Get on Steam"Apex" is a cooperative arcade game for 2 players, set to a spectacular original score by artist and musician Arjan van Meerten. The game is a visually-stunning, immersive apocalyptic experience that combines Van Meerten's love for electronic music and heavy metal, allowing players to feel the energy and intensity of a live concert. With a year's worth of detail in every visual, the game is a true masterpiece of integrated music and visuals.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The visuals and music are impressive, creating a captivating and immersive experience.
- It's a unique and artistic VR music video that showcases the potential of VR technology.
- Many users found it to be a moving and surreal experience, with a strong desire for more content.
- The experience is very short, lasting only about 4-5 minutes, which many feel does not justify the price.
- There is a lack of interactivity, making it feel more like a tech demo than a full-fledged experience.
- Some users experienced long loading times and confusion about what to do during the initial moments.
- music50 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in this VR experience, composed by Arjan van Meerten, is praised for its dark, electronic sound that complements the immersive visuals of a post-apocalyptic setting. Reviewers describe it as a groundbreaking fusion of music and 3D imagery, creating a visceral experience that elevates it beyond traditional music videos. Overall, the combination of compelling music and stunning visuals has left a strong impression, marking it as a noteworthy entry in the realm of VR music experiences.
“Surge was a really cool VR 'music video' in the early days of VR (go check it out!) and this is a worthy follow-up, blowing you away with awesome visuals and music.”
“It is a fusion of moving 3D imagery with music that is the closest you will get to actually experiencing the imagination of Arjan van Meerten.”
“Pretty much just a 5 minute long experimental apocalyptic VR music video with the sun consuming everything in its path.”
“The impressive spectacle of the world's demise is accompanied by some fittingly dark and screeching electronic music by Arjan van Meerten.”
“It's basically a post-apocalyptic music video (not a game).”
- graphics16 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their originality and quality, with many users highlighting the trippy and sometimes disturbing visuals that enhance the overall experience. While some describe the graphics as good but not exceptional, the combination of impressive visuals and music creates a captivating atmosphere. Overall, the art style and visual presentation are considered standout features of the game.
“Surge was a really cool VR 'music video' in the early days of VR (go check it out!) and this is a worthy follow-up, blowing you away with awesome visuals and music.”
“I enjoyed the strange, trippy visuals.”
“The visuals are very original and look great graphically.”
“Quite disturbing visuals.”
“Quite disturbing visuals.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story captivates players, leaving them eager for more as it unfolds in a visually engaging manner. The narrative's compelling nature enhances the overall experience, prompting a desire for deeper exploration.
“Makes you want more, more to the story that flashes before your eyes.”
