Blaston

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Blaston is a single player and multiplayer arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Resolution Games and was released on December 15, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Never. Stay. Still.Not a team player? Not a problem in Resolution Games’ fiercely competitive virtual reality dueling game, launching later this year.There’s no one else to rely on, or blame, but yourself as you continuously dodge, duck and evade incoming attacks in this PvP combat game while dealing out your own by using an assortment of high-tech, futuristic weaponry.You ready? Because this is g…

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 331 reviews

gameplay16 positive mentions

monetization26 negative mentions

Unique and highly engaging 1v1 VR multiplayer shooter with strategic depth and varied weapon loadouts.
Provides an intense full-body cardio workout while offering fast-paced, adrenaline-pumping gameplay.
Active and responsive developer support with frequent updates, balanced gameplay, and a friendly community.

Low player base on some platforms causing matchmaking delays and repetitive opponents.
Steep learning curve and can be physically demanding, potentially causing fatigue or injury without caution.
Visuals are simple and may feel unpolished or low quality for some players; limited game modes and content.

gameplay
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
56%
7%
The gameplay is widely praised for its clever, well-balanced, and intense VR mechanics that blend FPS, deck-building, and fighting elements into fast-paced 1v1 duels. It offers immersive, dynamic combat with strategic dodging and weapon combos, providing both a fun and effective workout experience. While some users suggest adding new modes and features, the core gameplay remains addictive, smooth, and highly polished with strong competitive systems.
- “The core mechanics are just so clever and make perfect use of VR.”
- “One of the most polished VR games you'll find with tight gameplay that is not only fun but is the best workout I've experienced in the virtual realm.”
- “An intense competitive VR workout game that combines FPS mechanics with deck building and a hint of fighting game mechanics.”
- “Needs revamp to appeal to more VR gamers by adding new gameplay modes (exercise mode? dodging mode?), selling songs for revenues, selling storylines.”
- “Anyway, yeah, the game is so good that I plan to go in hard on it even though the devs would rather include a short-sighted player retention mechanic than make a truly fair and competitive PvP experience.”
- “Needs some enhancements of the UI, a spectator mode, custom tournaments, probably tuning of the gameplay as with any other competitive games, but the premises are solid!”
monetization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
3%
93%
Users express strong opposition to the introduction of in-game advertisements and microtransactions in this paid VR game, criticizing ads as intrusive and detrimental to immersion. Although developers initially planned ad integration, backlash led them to reverse the decision, which some users appreciate but others remain wary of. Overall, the monetization approach sparked significant controversy, especially regarding ads in a paid title and platform-specific implementation.
- “I really looked forward to this game, but the addition of in-game advertisements, even temporarily, has destroyed my interest in playing this game or supporting this developer in any way.”
- “Putting ads in your free games, not ones we already paid for.”
- “Though the advertisement test is only going to be on the Oculus version for now, this is plainly unacceptable to introduce advertisements into a paid game over half a year after launch.”
story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
85%
11%
The game lacks a traditional story, focusing instead on multiplayer and gameplay experience. Players appreciate its fun and active online play with cross-platform support but note the absence of narrative content. Some suggest adding storylines or new modes to broaden appeal, but as is, the game relies heavily on its multiplayer engagement rather than a story-driven experience.
- “☑ no story”
- “Great game, no story but online play is lots of fun.”
- “Needs revamp to appeal to more VR gamers by adding new gameplay modes (exercise mode? dodging mode?), selling songs for revenues, selling storylines.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The game's graphics receive mixed reviews, with some praising its neon low-poly, neo-noir style as polished and visually appealing without overwhelming gameplay, while others find the low-quality visuals immersion-breaking and off-putting. Performance is generally noted as good, but there is a desire for more graphical customization options. Overall, the visual style may deter some players but can be appreciated by fans of the art style and competitive multiplayer.
- “After countless hours on the Quest 2 version, decided to pick it up on Steam for the better visuals.”
- “Visuals are quite stunning, in a neo-noir sense, but not distracting to the gameplay.”
- “Visuals: great visuals which also has very good performance.”
- “In terms of visuals, this features fairly low quality low poly neon styled 3D visuals which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
- “The graphics in this game are so bad to the point where it's immersion breaking and makes you not want to play the game.”
- “Gaming is a visual medium, and while some developers struggle with creating high quality visuals, failing to do so is a disservice to gamers.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has significantly declined over time, with users reporting numerous bugs and a poorly functioning user interface, leading to a frustrating experience.
- “Initially was a great idea, came back after about 1 year... now it is a buggy clusterfuck UI and found out it is free??”
- “Game is buggy as hell.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game evokes strong emotional engagement, drawing players into immersive experiences and fostering a warm, supportive community. Many users find it surprisingly fun and recommend it for its ability to create lasting emotional connections.
- “I did not expect this game to be so fun and the community so heartwarming, but it is. I recommend you to buy this game and see for yourself.”
- “Think back to a game you spent hundreds of hours in, let yourself get absorbed in, emotionally.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers high replayability through its wide variety of weapons and engaging gameplay that encourages active movement, making it consistently fun and motivating players to return.
- “Gets you moving quite a bit for a stationary VR game, and the wide variety of weapons keeps the replayability high.”
- “Super fun and offers a lot of replayability.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users feel the music aspect could be improved by introducing new gameplay modes like exercise or dodging, and by offering additional songs and storylines for purchase to enhance appeal and generate revenue.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor aspect is noted for being genuinely funny and enjoyable, especially when playing online with others, adding a fun and challenging social dynamic.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game requires additional effort or resources, such as needing a second life, making it somewhat demanding for players.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features great visuals while maintaining very good performance, indicating strong optimization.
- “Great visuals which also have very good performance.”