Battle Dome

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Battle Dome is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Bad Bird Studios and was released on June 8, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

"Battle Dome is a 5v5 competitive Sci-Fi shooter, playable in VR or with a mouse/keyboard. Teamwork is essential as you attempt to destroy the enemy's core and spread your team's color across 15 unique maps with diverse rules. With 23 weapons, various PvP and co-op modes , built-in voice chat, and stat tracking, Battle Dome offers an action-packed experience for up to 2 players."

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 411 reviews

gameplay65 positive mentions

graphics21 negative mentions

The game features a unique and fun survival mode that keeps players engaged.
The teleportation and painting mechanics add a strategic layer to the gameplay, reminiscent of classic arena shooters.
The game is highly enjoyable, especially when played with friends, and offers a nostalgic feel similar to early multiplayer FPS games.

The player base is currently very low, making it difficult to find matches with real players.
The game feels unfinished, with basic graphics and UI, and lacks polish in animations and overall presentation.
Many players have reported issues with balance and gameplay mechanics, leading to frustration during matches.

gameplay
139 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this VR shooter is widely praised for its innovative mechanics, particularly the territory control and painting system that enhances strategy and movement. While the graphics are often described as simplistic or rough, players find the core gameplay engaging, with tight controls and a satisfying blend of action and tactics. The teleportation mechanic is highlighted as a vital and enjoyable aspect, contributing to a fun and immersive multiplayer experience despite some criticisms regarding balance and recent updates.
- “The controls feel tight, the different gameplay mechanics are clever and add to the strategy aspect of the game, and I've also noticed that the levels that offer full locomotion don't make me nauseous at all. It's a very comfortable experience which contributes to a real, genuine fun multiplayer experience.”
- “The gameplay is amazing and even though it's just 4 vs 4, it is strategic, intense, and amazing fun!”
- “The paint teleport mechanic is great and adds an extra layer of tension in combat.”
- “Really fun game but most recent updates ruined it for me; outrageously unrealistic gun recoil made it impossible to aim anything but the laser weapons, and the maps have been simplified into mostly linear killboxes so any objective-based gameplay is decided by who gets there first.”
- “The designer/developer ruined it by making the graphics fancy instead of making better levels and gameplay.”
- “The whole thing needs a ton more polish but the core gameplay is really solid.”
graphics
120 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread criticism for being simplistic and lacking polish, often described as "garbage" or "basic." However, many reviewers emphasize that the gameplay is so engaging and fun that it overshadows the visual shortcomings, making it a worthwhile experience despite its aesthetic flaws. Overall, while improvements are desired, the consensus is that the gameplay experience is what truly matters in this title.
- “Don't let the graphics fool you, this game is extremely addicting and fun.”
- “The graphics honestly don't matter at all compared to the gameplay though!”
- “Don't let the simple graphics deter you; this is early access after all - give it some time and I'm sure it'll become very polished.”
- “The graphics are terrible, the UI is almost useless and the game is very clearly in the early stages of development, but Battle Dome is the best example of multiplayer VR shooters that currently exists for the Vive.”
- “The graphics were sub-par, the level design bland, and the weapon system scarce... and then I started to play.”
- “Graphics are very basic and minimal; actually, the entire game itself is very basic aesthetically.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its exceptional replayability, often cited as one of the best in the VR genre, with users highlighting its depth and potential for improvement through future updates. Many reviewers note that it stands out among multiplayer action games on the Vive, offering a compelling experience that encourages repeated play. Overall, the game's replay value is considered a significant strength, with expectations for even greater enhancements as the developer continues to refine it.
- “This is an amazing game with tons of replay value.”
- “The replayability is already great but will get even better with more players, more modes, and much-needed refinement which is happening all the time.”
- “Don't let the screenshots fool you, this game has more replay value and depth than pretty much any other VR game out there that exists today - and as long as the developer continues to improve upon this concept, the above criticisms will be ironed out with time.”
- “This is the one VR game I've played that had genuine replayability.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it generic and lacking depth, while others appreciate the decent theme music that complements the gameplay. The limited selection of songs and the absence of an option to customize music settings have also been noted as drawbacks. Overall, the soundtrack seems to serve more as background noise rather than a standout feature.
- “You've got team chat, all chat, you've got different game modes, and you've got pretty decent theme music to blend nicely in the background with all the murdering you're doing.”
- “It has no soul, just generic elements in a silent world due to there being no music.”
- “Every time I hear the intro music, I think of that particular fresh vibe smell when you first take it out of the box.”
- “Two songs to pick!”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highly praised, with players noting that it provides an entertaining experience that can lead to uncontrollable laughter over extended play sessions. The blend of real-life elements, classic FPS gameplay, and quirky visuals contributes to its comedic charm.
- “Funny for 50 hours.”
- “I had to stop playing; I was laughing so hard.”
- “A strange hybrid of real-life laser tag, your old flat-screen FPS games, and a healthy sprinkling of room-scale amazement, along with dashes of hilariously strange painting.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its effective horror elements, creating an engaging experience, though it is somewhat diminished by the limited variety of enemies that can become more frustrating than frightening. Overall, it remains a worthwhile experience, particularly for newcomers to VR.
- “The game creates a captivating atmosphere that draws you in, making it worth trying for that experience alone, especially if you're new to VR.”
- “In the horror portion of the game, the atmosphere is well-crafted, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
- “Despite the potential, the game's atmosphere fails to create a compelling environment, leaving it feeling lifeless.”
- “The overall ambiance is disappointing, with repetitive soundscapes and dull visuals that detract from the experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect tedious due to the bots' predictable AI, which quickly targets and eliminates players without exploring the map, leading to a repetitive and frustrating experience.
- “The AI of the bots in matches is really tedious, as they instantly lock onto you and kill you on the spot, while only following a set track that doesn't explore much of the map.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users acknowledge some bugs in the game but emphasize that the fun factor outweighs these stability issues.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the gameplay.”
- “There are too many bugs that disrupt the overall experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its smooth performance, highlighting effective optimization that supports teamwork in its chess-like shooter mechanics.
- “It's a chess-like shooter that requires teamwork and runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even in intense situations.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs on lower-end systems without sacrificing visual quality.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users feel that the game lacks a compelling single-player campaign or story, which detracts from the overall experience, alongside criticism of its graphics.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth or engagement.”
- “Character development is minimal, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”