Archangel: Hellfire

While I wished for a few more interesting unique set pieces or boss fights, Archangel is still a fun rail shooter that did a great job making me feel like I really was stomping around in a giant anime robot.

53%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

replayability, monetization

53% User Score Based on 287 reviews

Critic Score 55%Based on 2 reviews

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Archangel: Hellfire is a single player and multiplayer role playing shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Skydance Interactive and was released on August 2, 2017. It received neutral reviews from both critics and players.

"Archangel: Hellfire" is a virtual reality game that allows players to pilot a giant mech in futuristic combat. The game features both a single-player campaign and multiplayer modes, where players can battle it out in intense, fast-paced aerial combat. Customize your mech with various weapons and abilities to fit your playstyle and dominate the skies.

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Audience ScoreBased on 287 reviews

story37 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The graphics are impressive, providing a visually appealing experience that enhances immersion.
The game offers a unique experience of piloting a giant mech, which is engaging and fun.
The voice acting and story elements add depth to the gameplay, making it more enjoyable despite being an on-rails shooter.

The game is primarily an on-rails shooter, limiting player control and movement, which may disappoint those seeking a more dynamic experience.
The multiplayer aspect is nearly non-existent, with very few players online, making it difficult to engage in matches.
There have been reports of technical issues, including crashes and controller misalignment, which detract from the overall experience.

story
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
52%
10%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-presented, featuring decent voice acting and a familiar yet enjoyable narrative about a resistance fighting against a powerful corporation. However, many critics describe the story as clichéd and lacking depth, often overshadowed by gameplay issues and a short campaign length. Overall, while the story attempts to add meaning to the VR experience, it struggles to stand out amidst gameplay limitations and technical problems.
- “The story is great, graphics are good.”
- “The voice acting is pretty good and there is a story attached to the gameplay; I know having a real story isn't something everyone cares about, especially in a fun VR game, but I am someone who needs a story to stay invested in a game.”
- “This game has great graphics, voice acting, story & gameplay.”
- “Although the story seems really bland, I found most characters to be more interesting than expected.”
- “The campaign was short and the story kind of weak (the usual, save humanity type of deal) and it's not a game for people who like a slower pace.”
- “Just another rail shooter that thinks it can make up in graphics and storytelling, what it lacks in gameplay dynamics.”
gameplay
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
57%
5%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its fun mechanics and engaging rail-shooter experience, while others criticize it for becoming repetitive and tedious, particularly due to unskippable cutscenes and bugs. While the intuitive controls and challenging elements are highlighted as positives, many feel that the overall experience is marred by a lack of depth and immersion, leading to a sense of disappointment despite the game's appealing visuals and story.
- “The actual gameplay is challenging, but in a fun way.”
- “I was shocked at how intuitive and smooth the gameplay is, definitely not your average VR shooter; it will take seconds to join in and have fun but skill and time to master.”
- “Fantastic gameplay and wonderful experience.”
- “Gameplay also becomes bland after the first couple of levels.”
- “I didn't even manage to beat the final boss because the gameplay at that point was just so boring and tedious, together with a checkpoint that makes you watch a 5-minute unskippable cutscene every time you fail and restart the fight.”
- “Nice graphics, but really boring gameplay.”
graphics
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
26%
6%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their quality and immersive experience, particularly in VR, with many players noting impressive visuals and a strong sense of scale. However, some critiques highlight a lack of detail in larger environments and a decline in visual appeal as the game progresses. Overall, while the graphics are a strong point, they do not fully compensate for gameplay shortcomings, leaving some players feeling that the visuals alone are not enough to sustain long-term engagement.
- “The graphics are fantastic and so far I'm really enjoying the storyline and was impressed by the dialog.”
- “The game has amazing visuals and great immersion.”
- “Gorgeous graphics and a lot of fun.”
- “But graphics feel worse by the end of the game and the scale of some environmental objects compared to your giant mech sometimes makes no sense.”
- “Just another rail shooter that thinks it can make up in graphics and storytelling, what it lacks in gameplay dynamics.”
- “- the graphics for your guns and missile explosion effects feel 20 years old!”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive qualities, particularly in VR mode, where players feel a strong connection to the mech experience through high-quality visuals, sound, and realistic controls. The combination of a futuristic setting, engaging storyline, and action-packed gameplay contributes to a thrilling and atmospheric arcade experience.
- “It's got it all: you're riding in a mech, it takes place in the future, cool storyline and narrative, high-quality visuals and sound, great tracking in VR, so atmospheric in VR mode, mech arm controls feel so incredibly real, and... did I mention you're riding in a mech???”
- “If you're in the mood for a high-octane arcade experience with an immersive atmosphere and some action-movie-level drama, give this a shot.”
- “Atmosphere - awesome”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its high replayability, offering a challenging and enjoyable experience, although some players feel it is a bit short. Overall, many users express a strong desire to revisit the game.
- “If only it were playable.”
- “A challenging and fun game, albeit a bit short, but with a lot of replayability.”
- “For me, the replay value is high.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music, sounds, and voice acting in the game are highly praised for their excellence, contributing to an immersive experience reminiscent of mainstream action movies. Players appreciate the engaging audio elements that enhance the casual gameplay, allowing them to enjoy the graphics and music without requiring intense focus.
- “The music, sounds, and voice acting are excellent.”
- “If you enjoy casual games where you can shoot around, appreciate the graphics and music, and feel like you're in a mainstream action movie, then this is it.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the main character, driven by his personal loss and the anticipation of a heroic response. The game features several impactful scenes that resonate deeply, leaving a lasting impression despite technical issues in the multiplayer aspect.
- “In such a short period of time, I was emotionally invested in the character you play as, not just because of his personal loss, but because I expected his response would be more heroic and morally driven.”
- “Has a few surprisingly emotional scenes too that will stick with me for a while.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users expressing dissatisfaction over spending $30 on a product that feels exploitative and lacking in genuine value. Many reviewers strongly advise against purchasing it.
- “Do not buy this cash grab BS.”
- “Tl;dr - not happy to spend $30 on a product that is clearly designed to be a cash grab on the mech genre because no one else has produced anything yet.”
- “This is a cash grab; do not buy.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, particularly due to long, unskippable cutscenes that interrupt gameplay after failures. This has led to a sense of boredom, making it difficult for some to progress, especially during challenging boss fights.
- “I didn't even manage to beat the final boss because the gameplay at that point was just so boring and tedious, combined with a checkpoint that makes you watch a 5-minute unskippable cutscene every time you fail and restart the fight.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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100%
The optimization of the game has been criticized as unoptimized, but players appreciate the ability to adjust the balance of shields, weapons, and other elements, drawing favorable comparisons to the classic X-Wing and TIE Fighter series.
- “Being able to adjust shield, weapons, and other balance elements to change performance feels similar to the old X-Wing and TIE Fighter series, and is a really cool addition.”
- “Unoptimized”
- “Being able to adjust shield/weapons/etc balance to change performance feels similar to the old X-Wing and TIE Fighter series and is a really cool addition.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported significant stability issues, including glitches and VR problems, particularly during the second mission, which may necessitate a computer restart.
- “Reading some of the other reviews, I noticed people complaining about glitches and VR issues.”
- “In addition, game glitches on the second mission require a computer restart.”

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Archangel: Hellfire is a role playing shooter game with science fiction theme.

Archangel: Hellfire is available on PC, PlayStation 4, Virtual Reality, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 6 hours playing Archangel: Hellfire.

Archangel: Hellfire was released on August 2, 2017.

Archangel: Hellfire was developed by Skydance Interactive.

Archangel: Hellfire has received neutral reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Archangel: Hellfire is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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