Bandit Point
- October 11, 2019
- Mantisbite
Get on Steam"Bandit Point" is a VR game set in a sci-fi fantasy world, where you lead a rebellion against an oppressive Queen. Take control of enemy units and wield their weapons to turn the tide of battle. Explore diverse environments, from airships to castle walls, and engage in a story-driven campaign. The game features full locomotion and hand gesture support for a complete VR experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and enjoyable concept of possessing enemy robots, providing diverse gameplay mechanics.
- The art direction and environments are well-designed, creating an immersive and fun steampunkish world.
- The gameplay is generally fun and easy to learn, appealing to a wide range of players with its quirky humor and engaging combat.
- The game suffers from significant bugs that can make it unplayable at times, particularly during critical moments like boss fights.
- Control issues have been reported, especially with certain VR setups, leading to frustration for some players.
- There is a noticeable lack of polish, with reused assets and a forgettable story that detracts from the overall experience.
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a unique mechanic where players can possess and switch between different robots, enhancing the combat experience and allowing for varied play styles. However, some mechanics, such as the bow and arrow and missile controls, are criticized as feeling gimmicky and less effective compared to other games. Overall, the single-player campaign is enjoyable, incorporating humor and diverse mission objectives.
“The gameplay is fun too, and the switching between bodies is a great mechanic that feels just right and allows you to choose bodies that suit your preferred play style.”
“The whole gameplay of being a mind that can capture other robots and become them makes the fight enjoyable.”
“Single player campaign, with some silly humor, and missions with different objectives, along with a well-done 'possessing' enemies mechanic.”
“The bow and arrow, compared to other games, is very mediocre in the shot mechanic.”
“The mechanic for the missiles, where you raise and lower your motion controllers like you're pulling on a string, just feels gimmicky and not a good mechanic to use.”
“The whole gameplay of being a mind that can capture other robots and become them makes the fun of the fight.”
- story5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The story is described as forgettable, with a single-player campaign that features a mix of mission types and some humorous elements. While the narrative may not stand out, the game compensates with engaging gameplay mechanics and vibrant environments. Overall, it offers a fast-paced experience, though the storyline lacks depth.
“A fast, fun and frantic robot action shooter with a unique theme, great environments and quirky story.”
“While there is a narrated story here, it is completely forgettable.”
“Single player campaign, with some silly humor, and missions with different objectives, and a well done 'possessing' enemies mechanic.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Users report that while they needed to lower the graphics settings to achieve 90fps on a system with an R5 3600 and GTX 1080, the visuals still maintained a high quality, indicating that the game's graphics are impressive despite performance challenges on certain hardware.
“I had to lower the graphics to low on an R5 3600 with a GTX 1080 to get 90 FPS, and that doesn't seem like very good performance, but the graphics still looked really good.”
“I had to lower the graphics to low on a Ryzen 5 3600 with a GTX 1080 to get 90 FPS, and that doesn't seem like very good performance, but the graphics still looked really good.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is generally enjoyable, but users report significant bugs that can render it unplayable at times, indicating serious stability issues.
“Enjoyable, but buggy to the point of being unplayable at times.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with particular appreciation for its engaging music and a diverse selection of weapons that enhance the experience of battling robotic enemies.
“I really love the atmosphere and the music of the game, and there's also a nice variety of weapons to shoot robotic scallywags with.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for enhancing the atmosphere, contributing to an immersive experience, while also complementing the diverse array of weapons available for combat.
“I really love the atmosphere and the music of the game; it creates an immersive experience.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing every moment.”
“The variety of music tracks keeps the experience fresh and engaging throughout.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the single-player campaign is characterized by its silliness, complemented by diverse mission objectives and a cleverly implemented "possessing" enemies mechanic that adds to the comedic experience.
“The single-player campaign is filled with silly humor that keeps the gameplay light-hearted and enjoyable.”
“I love the variety of missions, each infused with a unique sense of humor that makes every objective feel fresh.”
“The 'possessing' enemies mechanic adds a hilarious twist to the gameplay, making for some truly funny moments.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized, as players with mid-range hardware, such as an R5 3600 and GTX 1080, report needing to lower graphics settings to achieve satisfactory frame rates around 90fps, although the visuals remain appealing despite the reduced settings.
“I had to lower the graphics settings to low on an R5 3600 with a GTX 1080 to achieve 90 FPS, which doesn't seem like very good performance, but the graphics still looked really good.”
“The optimization in this game is impressive; it runs smoothly even on lower-end hardware.”
“I appreciate how the game allows for various settings adjustments, making it accessible for players with different system capabilities.”
