BAAM SQUAD
- April 20, 2018
- 5minlab Corp.
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"BAAM SQUAD is a VR co-op shooter set in an apocalyptic zombie-infested candy factory. Team up with others, choose your hero, and use a variety of weapons to survive. Explore the factory freely using controller movement and discover vending machines with power-ups. Join the community through Discord for updates and multiplayer cooperation."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game combines elements of Left 4 Dead, COD Zombies, and Minecraft, creating a fun and engaging zombie shooter experience.
- The weapon upgrade system adds depth to gameplay, allowing players to enhance their arsenal and enjoy a satisfying progression.
- The game is best enjoyed in co-op mode, providing a fun experience with friends and an active community for support.
- The game feels abandoned, with no updates or significant player base, leading to concerns about its long-term viability.
- Controls, especially on the Valve Index, are reported to be awkward and not well-optimized, causing frustration for some players.
- The game suffers from bugs and performance issues, particularly in multiplayer, which can disrupt the overall experience.
- gameplay9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its polish and satisfying mechanics, reminiscent of classic Call of Duty titles, particularly the unique reload system. However, it is noted that the single-player experience lacks depth, and certain mechanics, like the electricity lever, could benefit from more complexity to enhance engagement. Overall, the gameplay is considered amazing, with strong sound design complementing the experience.
“The gameplay rocks and plays like one of the good Call of Duty games.”
“The reload mechanic is incredibly satisfying, and I haven't seen it in another game yet (flick to outside like in arcade games).”
“I won't be playing it alone, because the gameplay doesn't complement single player.”
“Sound is equally well made as the whole gameplay.”
“The first thing I noticed is how polished the game is in the core gameplay.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a charming, pixelated style reminiscent of Minecraft and 8-bit visuals, which many players find enjoyable and crisp. While the visuals may not be groundbreaking, they contribute to a unique immersion and replayability that enhances the overall gaming experience.
“8-bit graphics look very crisp and make for a nice change of pace from many other VR games.”
“The immersion created by the art style is excellent, and then the gameplay is fantastically enjoyable.”
“Great graphics and sound and does play really well so far!”
“An enjoyable Left 4 Dead inspired romp with Minecraft-styled graphics.”
“Sure, the visuals are nothing special, but there is definitely a good amount of replayability with this one.”
- stability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with players reporting frequent bugs, particularly in online play, such as character glitches and network issues. Solo play tends to be more stable, though some users have still experienced significant bugs that disrupt gameplay. Overall, while the game performs well visually, it requires further improvements in its network code and bug fixes.
“Looks and runs great.”
“Runs great.”
“The game feels a bit buggy; I constantly see my friend bouncing up and down in the elevator, or just generally acting weird. It seems there's a lot of network code improvement needed.”
“Solo play seems to be a lot steadier and less buggy than online play, although I have encountered bugs in solo play that forced me out of the map.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Despite featuring only one large map, the game offers significant replayability through the option to explore different paths and open various doors at different times, encouraging multiple playthroughs.
“Has lots of replayability.”
“Lots of replayability.”
“Although there's only one map, it's pretty large and replayable since you can choose to open different doors at different times.”
“The lack of variety in missions makes it hard to feel motivated to replay the game.”
“Once you've completed the story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is often praised for its engaging narrative and well-developed characters, drawing players into a rich and immersive world. However, some reviews note that certain plot points can feel predictable or clichéd, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the storytelling is a highlight for many, though it may not resonate with everyone.
