Blood Trail

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Blood Trail VR is a visceral combat game where you play as a ruthless contract killer, Wendigo. Utilizing realistic gun mechanics and a proprietary gore system, you must annihilate a fanatical cult in Raid, Sandbox, and Arcade modes. Be prepared for a brutal and intense experience, featuring the world's first virtual crack pipe, as you fight for survival in this nightmarish scenario.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,951 reviews

gameplay72 positive mentions

stability78 negative mentions

gameplay
258 mentions
28 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this VR title has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its potential but criticizing its current execution. While the gore mechanics and weapon physics are praised for their realism, the overall gameplay is often described as clunky, repetitive, and lacking depth, leading to a quick sense of boredom. Many reviewers suggest that the game feels more like a tech demo than a fully realized experience, with significant improvements needed in controls, AI behavior, and content variety to justify its price.
- “The gameplay is pretty decent with fun game modes.”
- “Awesome game, really a baseline for how all VR shooter mechanics should work, not cheesy death animations but good gore and a sense of feeling like you're actually shooting something.”
- “The physics-driven interactions and gore mechanics are its standout features, offering a level of brutality and realism that other VR games do not quite match.”
- “This game gives VR in general a bad name; honestly, it's amateur hour here from the UI design to just the main gameplay. It feels lacking in every aspect, like a game dev student's first project in school, not a fully fledged alpha even for a 1.0. I would not recommend it at all in its current state.”
- “The gameplay is boring; there are only like 4 maps and a sandbox arena where you test out the guns and stuff.”
- “The gameplay sucks and doesn't make up for it. The AI and gameplay are poor; enemies run straight to you and either shoot you without rhythm or just run towards you, acting as cannon fodder.”
story
247 mentions
12 % positive mentions
79 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is currently underdeveloped, with many users expressing frustration over the absence of a complete narrative. While a story mode is promised for future updates, players are left with only sandbox gameplay and repetitive missions, leading to a lack of engagement. Overall, anticipation for the story mode remains high, as many believe it could significantly enhance the game's appeal once implemented.
- “This game is really good; it has some of the best gore I've ever seen in any VR game. Honestly, it's hard to get bored of the game because of the variety of gore and also voice lines. The new update was honestly an entire overhaul of the game itself, and I can't wait to see what the future holds, especially the story mode.”
- “The developers say they'll be updating the game more and eventually adding a main story. I can't wait to see the story the devs have in store for us.”
- “I'm really looking forward to the story mode. I would recommend people to back this and buy the game now; you have survival modes and the sandbox to play about in, but there will of course be updates and story.”
- “Right now it is just a tech demo without even a story mode.”
- “The story mode is locked behind a door that isn't available yet, but the game comes with raid and survival, both with several maps; as well as an extremely bare bones sandbox.”
- “Overall not a terrible game, played it and was trying to show it off to friends, however with 3 years from its release date, the lack of content is missing (no story/campaign mode) just sandbox and raids/survival mode, with very little weapon selection to choose from.”
graphics
146 mentions
37 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the impressive gore effects and overall visual quality, particularly in terms of realism and atmosphere. However, several users report graphical issues, such as low-resolution textures and performance problems, especially on lower-end systems. While some find the visuals to be a highlight, others criticize them as outdated or lacking polish compared to newer titles.
- “In terms of graphics, Bloodtrail VR presents a gritty and dark atmosphere that complements its brutal gameplay.”
- “Amazing graphics, great (sometimes pretty glitchy mechanics, like reloading), good sounds, and just in general a really good time.”
- “The graphics are amazing along with the gore, but it gets boring after a while; it's just endless killing. Sure, that might be for some people, but I don't know, it's just not fun anymore.”
- “There are some graphical issues with the mesh deformation at times, and updates are few and far between.”
- “The graphics look a lot better in the images than in the actual game.”
- “I don't want to nitpick too much on graphics, but for a game in 2023, they are surprisingly bad.”
stability
79 mentions
4 % positive mentions
-3 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting it as "very buggy" and "clunky," leading to issues such as glitches, lag, and unresponsive controls. While some players acknowledge the game's potential and express hope for future updates, many feel that its current state is frustrating and unplayable at times, especially given its early access status. Overall, the consensus is that the game requires substantial improvements to its stability before it can be recommended for purchase.
- “Very realistic, and I'm on Quest 2 with a mid/high-end PC. It works well with no glitches or lagging.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes, providing a stable experience throughout.”
- “I've experienced consistent performance, with no frame drops or instability during gameplay.”
- “This game is a buggy, unrealistic mess.”
- “The gameplay/gunplay is buggy, the controls are terrible, and when you start the game your hands are out of place from your actual hands and you have to manually adjust them on settings.”
- “It's still very buggy and needs a hell of a lot of work before anyone should spend more than like 5 dollars on this.”
optimization
56 mentions
16 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, crashes, and lag even on higher-end PCs. While some updates have reportedly improved performance, the game is still considered poorly optimized, particularly for lower-end systems, leading to frustration among users. Many reviewers suggest waiting for further updates before purchasing, as the current state does not justify the price tag.
- “Super awesome game, play on experimental if you want to see better gore and performance of gameplay.”
- “I will give it some credit, such as how good the directional blood pooling is (very well implemented), or the absolutely phenomenal performance and obscenely fast loading times compared to many other recent VR games that, well... can't seem to figure it out, despite having the same graphical fidelity.”
- “The devs are absolute beasts and great guys :) fun to play, fun to watch, very dynamic gameplay and great performance!”
- “While I'm sure this game is fun for many, I cannot get it to run for longer than a few minutes at a time before my performance overlay goes into the red and/or it crashes, so I will unfortunately be refunding it until its full release.”
- “I can see the potential this game has, but it seems to be lacking much needed optimizations for lower-end PCs.”
- “Extremely fun game, however its optimization to run even decently well is awful.”
humor
49 mentions
98 % positive mentions
-4 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is predominantly centered around its over-the-top gore and absurdity, with many players finding the visceral and exaggerated deaths of NPCs, particularly "crackheads," to be a source of amusement. While some reviews note that the humor can become repetitive or underdeveloped over time, the game's quirky mechanics and funny weapon interactions contribute to a generally entertaining experience, especially in multiplayer settings. Overall, the humor is a significant draw for players, despite some criticisms regarding its depth and consistency.
- “Funny blood game 10/10, keeps the voices away :)”
- “The gameplay certainly has potential, and currently most of the early access jankiness in gameplay is funny rather than annoying.”
- “Wandering through dark environments rag-dolling creepy cultists with your boom sticks while using a crack pipe in VR to regenerate health is freaking hilarious.”
- “It's not funny.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected more clever humor, but it just didn't deliver.”
atmosphere
28 mentions
39 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its gritty, dark, and immersive qualities, effectively enhancing the brutal gameplay and horror elements. Reviewers highlight the unsettling realism of the gore and sound design, which contribute to a tense and eerie experience, although some note a lack of variety in level design. Overall, the game's unique atmosphere is considered its strongest feature, making it a compelling choice for players seeking an intense VR experience.
- “In terms of graphics, Bloodtrail VR presents a gritty and dark atmosphere that complements its brutal gameplay.”
- “The violence and blood are unsettlingly real feeling, and as a result, the gunplay is violent, kinetic, and immersive, giving it a uniquely brutal and dark atmosphere that I haven't seen before in a VR shooter.”
- “The main reason to play this is the atmosphere and its subversive nature; walking around in the woods at night with limited visibility pursued by men with guns and knives is unnerving.”
- “This is no 'violence bad' talk or anything, I just don't get the horror vibe atmosphere combined with the clear.”
- “The gameplay is incredibly boring although the atmosphere is tense and eerie, which is a plus.”
- “Hopefully they will make improvements to the AI, game mode variants, and lean more on the atmosphere that they are aiming for to create a more compelling VR horror experience.”
music
21 mentions
14 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The game's music aspect has received mixed feedback, with many players noting the absence of a soundtrack, which contributes to a feeling of emptiness and can make the experience unsettling. While some enjoy playing with their own music to enhance the atmosphere, others express a desire for in-game music options to elevate the intensity and engagement during gameplay. Overall, the lack of a dedicated soundtrack is seen as a significant drawback, though the sound effects related to gameplay are generally praised.
- “Cool game and I'm completely fine with the slow updates, because shooting vampires in this Christian music video game never gets old!”
- “If you throw on your favorite music, you can turn this into a workout with sandbox mode.”
- “This game is one of a kind experience that you won't get anywhere else for the fact you get to be a hard-hearted contract killer smoking crack while annihilating a fanatical cult blasting them away, literally I was waiting for the heavy metal music to kick in like Doom and that's why I recommend it.”
- “There is no soundtrack to the game, which makes things feel empty.”
- “There's no battle music, no fanfare, nothing to validate you, nothing to put any reason behind it.”
- “I expected more from this game but hey it's in early access, the gore is god tier but everything else is just boring; there's no soundtrack, there aren't enough guns in the game to have fun, and the characters are just too boring to kill.”
grinding
20 mentions
15 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
Overall, players express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort, with some describing it as needing "a second life." While some find the combat engaging, the repetitive nature of grinding, especially in raid modes, can lead to tedium and frustration. A few reviews note that while grinding is present, it can vary from being decent to overly grindy at times.
- “No grinding needed.”
- “Decent grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “The combat can be pretty cool, but the raid mode is very tedious since you can't pick what time of day you want it to be, so you have to beat the level like 4 times just to get mid-day and it makes combat 10x harder.”
- “It's good to create tension initially but after having done it a few times it just becomes tedious.”
- “Reloading is difficult and tedious.”
replayability
15 mentions
27 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The replayability of Boneworks is mixed among users; while some appreciate community-driven multiplayer mods and specific game modes that enhance replay value, others criticize the lack of engaging elements and a robust modding scene compared to similar titles. Overall, the game offers moments of fun and potential for replayability, but many players feel it falls short in sustaining long-term interest.
- “Boneworks, while not primarily a multiplayer game, has seen various community-driven multiplayer mods that enhance its replayability.”
- “The raid game mode is a breath of fresh air and gives the game better replayability!”
- “Some amazing moments come out of getting overwhelmed and slowing time to dispatch the cultists; having that mechanic in a VR story mode could make for some fantastic replayable moments.”
- “While this game currently isn't the best for replayability.”
- “The concept is great but the models and physics definitely need improvement; lack of replayability made me bored after only 20 minutes of playtime.”
- “Spend your money elsewhere; there are tons of other games with much more potential, replayability, and bang for your buck.”
emotional
12 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a complex emotional experience with the game, highlighting its ability to evoke feelings of guilt and empathy towards in-game characters, contrasting with the wholesome environment and NPC interactions. While some appreciate the emotional depth and realism of enemy responses, others report feeling mentally unstable or conflicted due to the game's portrayal of violence. Overall, the emotional impact of the game is significant, leaving players both moved and unsettled.
- “Game made me feel bad for the people I was killing.”
- “I don't know how to feel about it; on one hand, it nails being a realistic representation of what shooting someone with a real gun is like, on the other hand, that fact made me cry.”
- “I've never been more emotionally unstable while playing a game in my life.”
monetization
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game has been widely criticized, with many users labeling it as a blatant cash grab that prioritizes profit over quality and player experience.
- “This game is simply a cash grab.”
- “Just another cash grab.”
- “They pushed this game out as a cash grab.”
character development
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is criticized for its lack of variety and depth, with players noting that character designs are too similar and the overall experience feels limited. However, there is some appreciation for the efforts of the small development team, who have promised future updates that may enhance character development and introduce new elements to the game.
- “I mean there's literally only two devs. You should appreciate the work that only two devs have put into this game, and they have also promised an update for story mode with character development, new physics, and more.”
- “Not really fun, only gore. Only fun for 45 minutes; I don't recommend it. Bad physics, AI, and character design. Devs, please make the characters and physics better.”
- “One thing I don't like a lot is the limited weapons. The voices of enemies sound sad for some reason, and their character designs are all too similar.”
- “Character design.”