Arcaxer
- February 25, 2021
- Overrun Games
Arcaxer is a turn based VR RPG with first person action oriented combat, and a 3rd person god-view overworld set in a sci-fi simulation filled with colorful AI characters. In the overworld you will explore procedural dungeons to find equips and new abilities for your character. You can access the hub world to interact with NPC's and buy new items with the credits that you earn in the dungeon.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique VR turn-based combat experience that keeps gameplay fresh and engaging.
- The art style is polished and consistent, with good voice acting and an interesting story that draws players in.
- Physically dodging enemy attacks adds a satisfying layer of interactivity and exercise to the gameplay.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and poor optimization, particularly for Oculus users.
- Movement controls can feel awkward and reversed, making navigation frustrating for some players.
- Many levels feel empty and repetitive, lacking variety in enemies and environmental details.
- story18 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The story has received positive feedback, with users highlighting its engaging narrative and good voice acting, earning an 8/10 rating. Players appreciate the depth of the storyline as they progress, along with the inclusion of procedural dungeons and diverse gameplay elements that enhance the overall experience. The captivating plot and interesting characters contribute to the game's appeal, particularly in the VR genre.
“I have progressed even deeper into the storyline and it's really good.”
“Good voice acting and an interesting story to start it off.”
“Where we have different points of view possible, a lot of nice attacks and magic to discover, and a captivating story with amazing bosses.”
“The story feels underdeveloped and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character motivations are unclear, leaving players confused about their actions and decisions.”
“The narrative progression is disjointed, making it difficult to follow the main plot.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics have received mixed reviews, with a consistent appreciation for the retro bit art style, though some elements feel off. Many users find the visuals bland and lacking in options, particularly noting that they appear to be designed for lower-end platforms without enhancements for the PC version. Overall, the art style is polished but may not meet the expectations of all players.
“Pretty polished art style is consistent.”
“Graphics: 6/10 love the retro bit art style but it seems off for some stuff but it's fine.”
“Visuals are bland but tolerable.”
“They were clearly designed for Quest without any upgrades for the PC version - there are no graphics options.”
“Graphics: 6/10. I love the retro bit art style, but it seems off for some things.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Gameplay has received mixed reviews, with users noting frequent crashes and poor movement controls, particularly criticizing the slow overworld speed. While the unique concept and class diversity offer potential for varied playstyles, the execution of exercise mechanics has been described as strange, detracting from the overall experience.
“The game has four classes, each with unique mechanics to specialize in different methods of play.”
“The mechanics are fine, and the concept is super unique.”
“Gameplay: 3/10 - crashes a lot and movement is bad.”
“The overworld movement speed is too slow, which affects the overall gameplay experience.”
“While the game has four classes with unique mechanics, the gameplay still feels lacking.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its quality and contribution to the overall atmosphere. It complements the unique concept and visually appealing art style, enhancing the gaming experience.
“I want to like this game; the setting is cool, the art is pretty good, the music is good, and the concept is unique.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the turn-based VR game can become tedious, especially for those accustomed to the more dynamic pace of real-time combat in other VR titles.
“Having come from playing many VR titles with real-time combat, I expected a turn-based VR game to get tedious.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is not clearly conveyed in the provided texts, which focus more on gameplay mechanics rather than emotional engagement. There is a lack of insight into how the game evokes feelings or connects with players on an emotional level.
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently highlight the game's strong replayability, expressing a desire to continue playing even after multiple sessions. This suggests that the game offers engaging content that encourages repeated playthroughs.
“The game overall provides a lot of replayability, and at the time of writing this review, I intend to continue playing.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the extensive character development in the game, noting that the absence of a level cap allows for continuous growth and progression.
“There is also endless character development as there is no level cap (that I know of).”