Arizona Sunshine Remake

If you never played the original, this is the perfect time to give it a go, as Arizona Sunshine Remake is filled with great gunplay and some beautiful environments.

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"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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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 142 reviews

graphics11 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The remake significantly improves upon the original with enhanced graphics, better gun mechanics, and the addition of melee combat, making it a more immersive experience.
Players appreciate the improved reloading system, allowing for manual reloading, which adds to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
The game runs smoothly with optimized performance, and many players find it to be a fun and engaging zombie shooter, especially with the inclusion of all DLC content.

Some players have reported issues with the multiplayer experience, including crashes and performance drops, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
The campaign mode is limited to two players, which has disappointed those expecting a four-player co-op experience like the original.
There are still some clunky mechanics, such as the weapon holstering system and item pickup issues, which can break immersion and frustrate players.

graphics
38 mentions
29 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game have received positive feedback, with many users praising the stunning visuals and significant improvements over the original. While some players noted issues like graphical glitches and performance problems, the majority appreciated the enhanced art style, detailed environments, and the overall aesthetic appeal. Despite comparisons to benchmarks like Half-Life: Alyx, the game's graphics are considered a strong point, contributing to an enjoyable experience.
- “I really like the new graphical features they added; it makes the game somewhat fresh with a new coat of paint, as one might say.”
- “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.”
- “The graphics are phenomenal!”
- “In spite of my many gripes with this game, including the buggy graphics, physics, AI (I've never 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 do 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.”
- “Even on the lowest graphical settings, it played like it was stuck in slow motion, with character movements feeling delayed and out of sync with the rest of the action.”
gameplay
34 mentions
24 % positive mentions
68 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received significant praise for its improvements over the original, featuring enhanced graphics, more responsive mechanics, and a satisfying shooting and reloading system. While some players noted issues with sluggishness and certain mechanics, the overall experience is described as immersive and enjoyable, particularly with the addition of modern quality-of-life features. The game offers a solid cooperative experience, though multiplayer options are somewhat limited.
- “The remake completely improves on everything from the classic, the graphics, the sound effects, the gameplay, etc. Everything is better here.”
- “Gameplay is a little sluggish but feels good.”
- “It not only has better visuals, but it has improved gameplay (melee & 2-handed weapons) and a smoother, more polished experience.”
- “Its fine as is, it's a little basic in terms of gameplay but that's fine.”
- “And the reloading mechanic on rifles sucks.”
- “When I played the original from 2016, I couldn't get past the second level on account of the horrible mechanics.”
story
29 mentions
21 % positive mentions
69 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The story in the remastered version of Arizona Sunshine remains largely unchanged from the original, which some players appreciate for its familiarity, while others find it lacking depth and engagement. Although the narrative is simple and linear, players noted improvements in gameplay mechanics and weapon variety, enhancing the overall experience. However, the campaign is relatively short, and once completed, there are limited options for replayability beyond harder difficulty settings and DLCs.
- “Superb storytelling and combat has finally been updated to support manual reloading and melee combat.”
- “The plot is fun, the character isn't annoying and talks just enough that it's not too much or too little.”
- “Arizona Sunshine is a simple and linear VR shooter; there is no engaging story, there are no interesting characters, there is no crafting, no upgrade and progression systems.”
- “It is rather on the shorter side when talking about the story, just like the original was.”
- “The story is exactly the same as it was in the original, and that is a good thing.”
optimization
19 mentions
21 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players noting solid overall performance and smooth gameplay, particularly on higher-end systems. However, some users experienced performance dips, graphical glitches, and issues with syncing, especially in darker areas or during multiplayer sessions. While the game is generally better optimized than its predecessor, there are still concerns about missing content and the need for further patches to address these performance inconsistencies.
- “This game is just optimized better.”
- “Fun game to play and well optimized, perfect to play before Metro comes out.”
- “The performance is super smooth and I didn’t experience any bugs.”
- “The performance is solid for the most part; however, I noticed some dips when entering darker sections of the game.”
- “On top of that, there were plenty of problems with game elements not syncing properly, graphical glitches, and sluggish performance.”
- “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.”
replayability
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The game offers great replay value and is highly enjoyable, though some users note that the limited number of maps—only four—may restrict long-term replayability. Overall, it is considered to have complete replayability for years despite this limitation.
- “Definitely some great replay value here and a super fun game overall.”
- “Complete replayability for years!”
- “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.”
stability
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with users reporting numerous issues such as buggy graphics, erratic AI behavior, and synchronization problems, which detract from the overall experience. However, some players note that the game runs smoothly at times, indicating that performance may vary.
- “The game runs great without any crashes or glitches.”
- “I haven't experienced any stability issues; it runs smoothly.”
- “The performance is solid, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “In spite of my many gripes with this game, including the buggy graphics, physics, and AI (I haven't ever seen a zombie get so confused by a door), there are also issues with the map design feeling like a huge letdown even by the first game's standards. 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.”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as cheesy and timeless, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere in an otherwise creepy apocalyptic setting. While some players find the humor enjoyable, others feel it can be excessive. Overall, it adds to the immersive experience despite some gameplay constraints.
- “Despite this, the gameplay is very responsive and dynamic. The shooting and reloading mechanics are satisfying, and the cheesy humor remains timeless.”
- “Performance is better than Arizona 2, with great immersion in this funny, creepy apocalyptic world filled with tons of Freddy's!”
- “The humor and lightheartedness add a unique charm to the experience.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring an unrealistic amount of effort to progress.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding for minimal rewards.”