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Arizona Sunshine Remake

Arizona Sunshine Remake feels like a modern VR title, despite first releasing in 2017. Though relatively short, Sunshine provides an exciting, fast-paced, zombie shooter filled to the brim with intense situations, great gunplay, and humorous dialogue. The addition of horde mode and two DLCs certainly add value, though one DLC fares better than the other. Still, as an overall package, Arizona Sunshine Remake is well worth the cost of admission.
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88%Game Brain Score
graphics, story
stability, replayability
88% User Score Based on 530 reviews
Critic Score 87%Based on 3 reviews

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Arizona Sunshine Remake is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by Vertigo Games and was released on October 17, 2024. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Arizona Sunshine® Remake is an upgraded version of the original VR game with improved graphics and combat. Set in a post-apocalyptic Arizona, you play as a survivor fighting through hordes of zombies in a quest for human contact. The remake includes new weapons, the Federal Containment Agency Pack, and is available at a discounted price for owners of the original game."

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 530 reviews
graphics43 positive mentions
stability12 negative mentions

  • The remake features fantastic graphics and improved gunplay, making it feel modern and immersive.
  • The addition of melee combat and advanced reloading mechanics enhances the overall gameplay experience.
  • The game offers a fun co-op mode, allowing players to enjoy the campaign together, along with the inclusion of all DLCs.
  • The campaign is relatively short, taking only about 5-6 hours to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
  • There are several bugs and performance issues, particularly in multiplayer, such as desyncing and crashes.
  • The game can feel repetitive due to its linear structure and lack of environmental puzzles or variety in gameplay.
  • graphics
    109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many users praising the significant improvements over the original, including enhanced visuals, realistic environments, and satisfying gore effects. While some players noted minor bugs and performance issues, the overall consensus is that the graphics elevate the gameplay experience, making it visually appealing and immersive, especially in VR. However, comparisons to top-tier titles like Half-Life: Alyx suggest that while the graphics are good, they may not reach the highest standards in the genre.

    • “The Arizona Sunshine remake delivers a fresh coat of undead chaos on an already beloved VR shooter, and while it doesn’t reinvent the zombie wheel, it absolutely leans into what made the original so enjoyable – with updated visuals, tighter mechanics, and enough brain-melting action to satisfy any apocalypse junkie.”
    • “The graphics are stunning, and while the gameplay doesn’t quite reach the level of Half-Life: Alyx, something I hold as a benchmark for first-party games, it’s still immensely enjoyable in its own right.”
    • “Its a faithful recreation of the original game, with much improved graphics.”
    • “Incidentally, this 'remake' is more like a remaster, as consumers are getting the same product but at a higher price and prettier graphics.”
    • “In spite of my many gripes with this game, including the buggy graphics, physics, AI (I haven't ever seen a zombie get so confused by a door), missing crafting system (which admittedly wasn't in the original, but was in AS2) and its map design feeling like a huge letdown even by the first game's standards (like seriously? Why is it that the maps look like you're trapped in a box? Every time I look at the vistas of the map I feel like no effort went into making sure it looked natural).”
    • “On top of that, there were plenty of problems with game elements not syncing properly, graphical glitches, and sluggish performance.”
  • story
    107 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Arizona Sunshine" is generally described as simple and linear, often leaning on familiar zombie apocalypse tropes. While some players appreciate the humor and character interactions, many find the narrative predictable and short, with the main campaign lasting around 4-7 hours, supplemented by DLCs that add minimal content. Overall, the game is praised for its immersive gameplay and gun mechanics, which help to compensate for its lackluster story depth.

    • “I realize Arizona Sunshine has been around for a while, but as someone who just got back into VR this past December, it's a great story-driven campaign that keeps things simple.”
    • “The story is exactly the same as it was in the original, and that is a good thing.”
    • “I actually love the story; the main protagonist is genuinely funny and it really adds to the experience.”
    • “The story is terribly predictable, the protagonist is bearable at best, there is little enemy variation, and the game direction is confused.”
    • “Arizona Sunshine is a simple and linear VR shooter; there is no engaging story, there are no interesting characters, and there are no crafting, upgrade, or progression systems.”
    • “Unfortunately, the game's biggest problems are remnants from the original, those being the story's short length and simplistic levels, although it's included with two DLC campaigns, which helps with the length problem somewhat.”
  • gameplay
    84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the Arizona Sunshine remake has received praise for its immersive gunplay, improved mechanics, and enhanced visuals, making it a standout VR title. While some players noted a lack of variety and occasional sluggishness, the overall experience is described as fun and satisfying, particularly in multiplayer mode. The addition of new mechanics, such as melee combat and advanced reloading, has been well-received, although some players found certain aspects, like the reloading system, to be frustrating.

    • “The Arizona Sunshine remake delivers a fresh coat of undead chaos on an already beloved VR shooter, and while it doesn’t reinvent the zombie wheel, it absolutely leans into what made the original so enjoyable – with updated visuals, tighter mechanics, and enough brain-melting action to satisfy any apocalypse junkie.”
    • “I love the pace and the thoughtfulness put into this gameplay.”
    • “The remake completely improves on everything from the classic, the graphics, the sound effects, the gameplay, etc. Everything is better here.”
    • “Zombies reach you from like 6 feet away and the gameplay is pretty repetitive.”
    • “Still archaic mechanics like rudimentary reloading; you can't rack the bolt on a bolt-action rifle properly, for example.”
    • “I was excited to play this, thought to myself surely with the VR games Vertigo Games has under its belt they will have improved gameplay and graphics....”
  • optimization
    33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is generally praised, with many players reporting smooth performance and minimal lag or stuttering, particularly on higher-end hardware. However, some users noted performance dips in darker areas and occasional graphical glitches, suggesting that while the overall optimization is strong, there are still areas that could benefit from further improvement. Overall, the game is considered one of the better-optimized VR experiences, allowing for immersive gameplay despite some minor issues.

    • “This is one of the better optimized VR games.”
    • “The game plays smoothly, is very well optimized, and lets you fully immerse yourself.”
    • “The performance is super smooth and I didn’t experience any bugs.”
    • “I hope they improve performance on dark levels like caves, as it's a noticeable performance hit compared to the rest of the game.”
    • “The performance is solid for the most part; however, I noticed some dips when entering darker sections of the game.”
    • “I was eager to experience the campaign with my friends, but compared to the first game, this one feels like there’s a real lack of optimization, and it prevents players from properly enjoying the story or even completing a session without crashes.”
  • humor
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its quirky and lighthearted nature, providing a refreshing contrast to the grim apocalyptic setting. Players enjoy the funny character interactions, goofy voice lines, and amusing gameplay moments, often leading to hilarious situations, especially in multiplayer. While some find the humor a bit over the top, it generally enhances the overall experience, making it a recommended choice for fans of dark comedy and arcade shooting.

    • “Seeing your apocalypse colleague charge forward with his hands holding his gun like a periscope or watching them crouch-spin like a beyblade is hilarious.”
    • “What truly sets Arizona Sunshine apart is its odd sense of humor and surprising warmth in such a grim setting.”
    • “Good use of humor throughout, never taking itself too seriously.”
  • stability
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has received significant criticism, with many users reporting numerous bugs, visual glitches, and performance issues, particularly in co-op mode. While some players noted improvements in graphics and gameplay features, the overall experience is marred by frequent technical problems that can disrupt gameplay and require restarts. Despite these issues, a few users found the game playable, suggesting that experiences may vary.

    • “Runs great!”
    • “If it's not buggy for you, it's playable.”
    • “Don't play co-op, it's a buggy mess.”
    • “On top of everything, whenever I pause, the entire game glitches out with all kinds of visual bugs and screen tearing, and the whole thing starts lagging to the point where I have to power down and restart my headset and restart Steam VR.”
    • “The game is so buggy that your hands go everywhere, and I spawned in the wall, so I had to start a new game instantly.”
  • replayability
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate its charm and fun factor, others find the brief and linear campaign, along with a limited number of maps, restricts replay value. Despite these limitations, many still enjoy revisiting the game, indicating a strong appeal for repeated play.

    • “What I really love about Arizona Sunshine is how replayable it is.”
    • “Definitely some great replay value here and a super fun game overall.”
    • “Complete replayability for years!”
    • “The campaign, while polished and replayable, is noticeably brief – especially if you're blasting through with a friend.”
    • “The campaign is quite linear, which doesn't offer much replay value.”
    • “My only complaint is the very small pool of maps; unless I missed something, there appears to only be four maps total, which kind of limits replayability.”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its immersive graphics and sound design, creating a tense yet engaging environment that enhances the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the creepy and intense vibe, complemented by satisfying gunplay and interactive elements, making scavenging and combat feel rewarding. Overall, the remake elevates the original's atmosphere while maintaining its core challenges, resulting in a thrilling and visually appealing experience.

    • “It has great graphics and atmosphere, immersive gun-play mechanics, great interactions with the world, a good balance in the difficulties, and awesome gore and dismemberment.”
    • “Arizona Sunshine remake is well, the remake of the original Arizona Sunshine from 2016 that elevates the game's visuals, atmosphere, and overhauls the combat system and the interactivity of the world while retaining the same challenges the player faced in the original game.”
    • “The atmosphere is creepy and intense, and those zombies can be pretty freaky!”
    • “They copied this storytelling style from Half-Life: Alyx, I get it, but it's a different game with a different atmosphere.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a "second life." Additionally, while voice chat quality is praised, the process of joining games can be somewhat tedious.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Voice chat quality in the game is good, but joining a game is slightly tedious.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally considered unremarkable, though some players found the soundtrack in the DLC featuring the bridge to be a standout element, reminiscent of the music from "Dying Light."

    • “The DLC with the bridge was my favorite part, mostly because of the soundtrack. It felt like I was playing Dying Light.”
    • “The soundtrack is nothing special.”
    • “The DLC with the bridge was my favorite part, mostly because of the soundtrack; it felt like I was playing Dying Light.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is not directly addressed in the provided text, which focuses on a gameplay mechanic rather than emotional engagement or narrative depth. Therefore, it lacks insights into how the game evokes feelings or connects with players on an emotional level.

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Arizona Sunshine Remake is a action adventure game.

Arizona Sunshine Remake is available on PC, Virtual Reality, Windows, PlayStation VR and others.

On average players spend around 6 hours playing Arizona Sunshine Remake.

Arizona Sunshine Remake was released on October 17, 2024.

Arizona Sunshine Remake was developed by Vertigo Games.

Arizona Sunshine Remake has received positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its stability.

Arizona Sunshine Remake is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Arizona Sunshine, Arizona Sunshine® 2, The Living Remain, SURV1V3, Zero Caliber VR and others.