BATTLESCAR: Punk Was Invented By Girls
- February 17, 2021
- Atlas V
Get on Steam"Battlescar: Punk Was Invented By Girls" is a three-part, 30-minute animated VR film series that transports you to the gritty punk world of girls Lupe and Debbie in 1978 New York City. This immersive experience follows their journey as they form a punk band and navigate the city's challenges, with a soundtrack that will have you headbanging. The film is a coproduction of Oculus, Arte France, and others. *Only compatible with Oculus Rift. *30-minute animated VR film series *Follows two teenage runaways in NYC's punk scene.
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus Quest
Oculus Rift
Reviews
- The game features stunning art, acting, animations, lighting, and music, creating a captivating experience.
- It offers a unique and creative storytelling format that immerses players in a cinematic narrative.
- Despite some technical issues, it is considered a groundbreaking VR experience that pushes the boundaries of the medium.
- The game is only compatible with Oculus headsets, limiting accessibility for users of other VR systems.
- It lacks interactivity and feels more like a cinematic experience than a traditional game, which may not appeal to all players.
- There are significant technical issues, including abrupt scene transitions and sound problems, which detract from the overall experience.
- story11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its creative and immersive storytelling, with some reviewers highlighting its engaging visuals and unique narrative structure, despite noting that it can be a bit shallow or tacky at times. The experience is likened to being part of a high-quality Netflix show, enhanced by strong voice acting and innovative cinematography. Overall, it is considered a groundbreaking achievement in VR storytelling, particularly for its themes of punk and woman empowerment.
“Love its creative ways of storytelling.”
“It is a masterpiece in VR storytelling.”
“Imagine creating a story about punk and woman empowerment and you only make it available on Facebook headsets.”
“The story is not the best; however, it feels a bit tacky and shallow but still enjoyable.”
“Honestly, it was so immersive; you feel like you're part of the story.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and integration, complementing the irreverent storytelling and high production values. It features a punk rock influence that enhances the overall experience, contributing to the game's groundbreaking feel. The soundtrack, along with the voice acting, particularly by Rosario Dawson, adds depth and enjoyment to the gameplay.
“The acting, animations, lighting, and music are on point.”
“It really is ground-breaking, not just because of the triple-A production values, but also because of the irreverent, no-holds-barred story, wonderful voice acting (starring the talented Rosario Dawson), and musical soundtrack.”
“No moral message, just a love for punk rock and music in general.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their cool visuals and innovative blend of narrative styles, incorporating a "book" feel into the VR experience. However, a significant drawback is the presence of a visual bar at the bottom, which detracts from the overall aesthetic.
“Pretty cool visuals, a little weird storyline, especially the ending.”
“It is quite daring in terms of the format of narrative and also mixes a kind of 'book' feel into the VR aesthetic.”
“The biggest issue was that the visuals were marred by a visual bar at the bottom.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the game's optimization for creating an immersive experience, likening it to being part of a live theatre performance, which enhances the overall engagement with the characters and environment.
