Arken Age

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In Arken Age, a VR action-adventure game, players explore the Bio-Chasm, a terraformed fantasy world, using Arkenite infused swords and guns for full physics combat. The game features customizable weapons, climbing mechanics, and crafting abilities, allowing players to traverse and interact with the environment in various ways. Players must combat Hyperion's neural corruption and uncover the mysteries of this world.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 80 reviews

story15 positive mentions

Arken Age offers an immersive and visually stunning world with exceptional graphics and a vibrant art style, making exploration a joy.
The combat system is engaging and versatile, combining satisfying melee and ranged mechanics, along with innovative weapon customization and crafting options.
The climbing mechanics are among the best in VR, providing a natural and enjoyable traversal experience that enhances the overall gameplay.

The combat can feel clunky at times, with some players noting issues with melee hit detection and the overall depth of combat mechanics.
Enemy variety is somewhat lacking, leading to repetitive encounters as players progress through the game.
Audio design has been criticized for sounding flat and lacking depth, which detracts from the overall immersive experience.

story
36 mentions
42 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its unique and captivating narrative that unfolds as they explore the immersive world. While some reviews mention that the story is not groundbreaking, it is described as solid and engaging, contributing to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience. Overall, the game is recognized for its strong environmental storytelling and emotional connections, making it a standout in the VR genre.
- “The world of Arken Age is a joy to explore, with a captivating story that unfolds as you progress through the campaign.”
- “This is a legit single-player story-driven game with a full campaign.”
- “Arken Age takes VR adventuring to new heights, blending breathtaking visuals with a story-rich experience.”
- “Story is I am a robo-lizard and... that is all I got.”
- “The game is the actual worst quality VR game I have ever played. It has some of the worst combat I have ever seen, the sound effects make this game sound like a Quest 1 game, the custom sword painting is terrible, and the enemies have the worst attacking animations.”
- “It doesn't bog you down with story (looking at you Behemoth with your stupid slow down walking sections).”
gameplay
36 mentions
47 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its beautiful graphics and engaging mechanics, particularly in VR, where combat and climbing are highlighted as standout features. Players appreciate the intuitive controls and physics-based interactions, which cater to various playstyles while remaining accessible. However, some critiques mention that the combat could be improved, and certain mechanics, like shield usage, could be more user-friendly.
- “Amazing stuff here so far, immersive mechanics, solid fun VR combat, fluid movement and climbing, not to mention, looks amazing.”
- “Great combat, great VR mechanics, great game.”
- “Really solid and fun game mechanics, smooth full physics combat along with cool and imaginative graphics makes for a great gaming experience.”
- “Honestly, devs, when you guys make another game, please keep the climbing mechanic, because I can't get enough of it.”
- “The climbing mechanics, often a hurdle in VR games, feel intuitive and responsive, making traversal less physically demanding.”
- “The physics-based interactions are forgiving enough for players who might struggle with precision but still reward mastery for those who can dive deeper into the mechanics.”
graphics
24 mentions
67 % positive mentions
21 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning art style, beautiful animations, and immersive visuals, with many reviewers noting the high production values and optimization for various hardware setups. While some players experienced performance issues on mid-tier rigs, the overall consensus highlights the game's crisp graphics and engaging aesthetic, contributing significantly to the immersive experience.
- “The graphics and music are top notch with a wonderful art style.”
- “Beautiful graphics, art style, and animation.”
- “World is visually stunning, very fresh designs and aesthetic.”
- “I had to turn the graphics down for performance reasons, but I have to do that in most PC VR games these days with my mid-tier rig.”
- “Graphics also carry some resemblance to Vertigo 2.”
- “Visuals and immersion.”
optimization
11 mentions
27 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is highly praised, with users noting stable performance across various hardware setups, including mid-tier rigs. Many players report the ability to adjust graphics settings for optimal performance without sacrificing visual quality, and the game runs smoothly at high resolutions and frame rates. The developers have effectively balanced performance modes, ensuring a polished experience that rivals AAA titles.
- “Amazing performance.”
- “The game is well optimized and when your headset can handle the resolution (I'm using Quest 3 at max resolution plus I'm using 150% res on Steam on top of that and with the Oculus debug tool, this game is beautiful. The enemies are well conceived and the battle engine and overall combat is the best I've ever seen in any VR game so far and that's saying something. The level designs are great and there are a lot of cool mechanics (I won't list them so not to spoil any surprises).”
- “It’s optimized, stable, and absolutely ready for release.”
- “I did have to turn the graphics down for performance reasons, but I have to do that in most PC VR games these days with my mid-tier rig.”
- “Quality mode uses 60fps gameplay with reprojection and a higher resolution of 4000 × 4096. VitruviusVR also confirmed Arken Age on PS5 Pro has a 15% resolution boost over the base PS5 console in performance mode, and a 25% resolution boost in quality mode.”
- “The game is so stable and polished it feels like a game from a AAA studio, and the performance is well optimized too.”
stability
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally strong, with most players reporting smooth performance and minimal game-breaking glitches. However, some minor glitches and issues with the save system have been noted, particularly related to teleportation mechanics.
- “This game is way better than the screenshots would lead you to believe; it looks great and runs great.”
- “Looks crisp and runs great, a fully realized vision of a VR action-adventure game in an original universe.”
- “I occasionally encountered minor glitches during my playthrough, and the save system could be improved.”
- “I didn't encounter game-breaking glitches, except if you move at the right time when teleporting, you can be glitched out of the teleporter machine.”
music
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting its quality and impact, describing it as "top notch" and noting that the soundtrack "slaps." Overall, the combination of beautiful graphics and engaging sound enhances the overall experience.
- “The graphics and music are top notch with a wonderful art style.”
- “The soundtrack slaps.”
- “Enjoying it so far - beautiful graphics, sound, and music.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of absurdity and slapstick moments, often stemming from characters making hilariously foolish decisions, such as repeatedly jumping off cliffs or missing out on key opportunities.
- “The characters often find themselves in hilariously dumb situations, like jumping repeatedly off cliffs or missing out on great opportunities.”
- “The humor in this game is spot-on, with clever dialogue and absurd scenarios that keep you laughing.”
- “I love how the game balances its serious moments with lighthearted humor, making every encounter entertaining.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Arken Age is praised for its high replayability, offering players a wealth of content and experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “Arken Age is a game that has so much replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and paths you can take makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and character builds, I find myself coming back to explore new strategies.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game excels in creating an emotional connection through its story-driven campaign, where players can uncover secrets and develop meaningful relationships with the alien nara race.
- “The game offers an emotional connection through its story-driven campaign, allowing you to uncover secrets and form bonds with the alien Nara race.”