Breachers
- April 13, 2023
- Triangle Factory
- 4h median play time
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Get on PS Store"Breachers" is a action-packed game that offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, with a focus on co-op and PvP. Players can choose to be an Enforcer, tasked with eliminating enemies and disarming bombs, or a Revolter, whose mission is to protect the bombs and defeat the Enforcer. The game features intense close-quarters combat, customizable powerful weaponry, and stunning visuals, making for a highly engaging and replayable experience.
Reviews
- Breachers offers a thrilling VR experience that combines elements of Rainbow Six Siege and Counter-Strike, providing engaging tactical gameplay.
- The game features smooth gunplay and responsive controls, making it easy to pick up and play while still offering depth for strategic planning.
- The community is generally friendly, and the game encourages teamwork and communication, enhancing the overall experience.
- The player base is often filled with younger players, leading to instances of toxicity and disruptive behavior during matches.
- Currently, there are only a few maps available, which can lead to repetitive gameplay over time.
- The lack of a dedicated matchmaking system and the presence of cheaters can detract from the competitive experience.
- gameplay131 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, intuitive controls, and satisfying gunplay, drawing comparisons to titles like Rainbow Six: Siege and Counter-Strike. Players appreciate the variety of tactical options and gadgets, which enhance the experience, although some express concerns about the pacing and limited map selection. Overall, the game is seen as a solid and enjoyable VR shooter with significant potential for growth.
“The mechanics are amazing, and even if I die, I still have a blast because breaking doors, walls, rappelling, vaulting, using FPV drones, and much more is extremely satisfying.”
“The variety of weapons and tactical options add depth to the gameplay, allowing players to approach challenges in their preferred style.”
“The gameplay is really fluid, controls are intuitive, there's a good variety of weapons and gadgets, and the gameplay loop is quick and rewarding.”
“Its just more fast paced CS:GO with half-baked game mechanics.”
“The game just doesn't feel like it has been designed around VR, from broken virtual crouch mechanics to no manual reloads.”
“The gadgets make for some creative gameplay, but with only 3 maps for search and destroy and 1 map for team deathmatch, it can get repetitive.”
- story72 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely non-existent, with players noting that it primarily serves as a multiplayer experience rather than a narrative-driven one. The community is heavily populated by younger players using Meta Quest headsets, which can lead to disruptive gameplay experiences, though some users find enjoyment in the matches despite the noise. Overall, while the gameplay is engaging, the lack of a story and the predominance of younger players detracts from the experience for many.
“Despite the number of quest children in the community, I can usually find enjoyable matches and mute them if I so please; I am curious to see how the upcoming ranked mode might affect the kind of lobbies I see.”
“Sure, there are lots of quest players with dying headsets, and the audience might be a bit young, but that certainly doesn't take away from how great this game plays and feels.”
“With a large portion of the VR player base playing on Quest standalone, I think the developer's decision to do that is for the best as it will help keep the community competitive and active.”
“☑ no story”
“The game itself is really fun, but if you are in a lobby with kids who bought the game on Quest and start talking about some random stuff while you are trying to play, it is just annoying. The Oculus kids are in every possible server.”
“It's good on paper, but it feels like mostly every lobby is a daycare with all of the Quest users.”
- graphics41 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are generally praised for their realism and attention to detail, particularly in VR settings, with many users noting impressive texturing and smooth performance across various hardware. While some players mention a lack of advanced graphic settings and a desire for better visuals on higher-end PCs, the aesthetic design and clean visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience. However, a few reviews express disappointment with the graphics being somewhat simplistic or comparable to mobile standards, indicating a mixed reception in terms of visual fidelity.
“The graphics and attention to detail contribute to the overall realism, making each firefight pulse-pounding and dynamic.”
“Great graphics, probably one of the best VR games graphically to date. Very well thought out weapons and accessories like mines and drones.”
“Everything from the gunplay to the gadgets feels amazing, and the graphics are nothing to shy away from liking either.”
“Mid graphics, a meta consisting of point at face = win or buy a shotgun = win, and zero progression systems.”
“There's one graphics option.”
“Has mobile phone graphics and overall just stinky.”
- optimization15 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is highly praised for its optimization, delivering smooth performance even on high-end hardware. Reviewers note that it runs well on the Quest platform, with impressive textures and polished gameplay, making it a standout title at launch. While the community may be a downside for some, the technical execution and crossplay compatibility are significant positives.
“Oh wow, a new game that's actually polished and well optimized on release?”
“9/10 fun little game, very well optimized especially for a day one release and I'm happy that it is crossplay compatible with Meta and PCVR.”
“The gameplay itself is incredibly polished, optimization is 10/10.”
“Try to focus on the optimization first, as lag will turn people away from a VR title.”
“They've optimized and rehauled the game so much better since the beta!”
“Initially, I was concerned it would be a performance-heavy game, but it runs very smoothly.”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game excessively time-consuming, often likening it to needing a "second life" to manage it. While some enjoy grinding, especially in multiplayer settings, others feel it can become tedious, particularly when playing with random teammates. Overall, there is a desire for a balance that avoids turning the game into a grind-focused experience.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Depends on how much you like grinding.”
“But I also don't want a skin grinding sim, so yeah.”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by a mix of community interactions, with players ranging from serious competitors to comedic goofballs, creating a lively atmosphere. Users appreciate the funny gadgets and chaotic moments, such as accidentally flashing teammates, which contribute to the overall enjoyment. Despite some frustrations with game options, the blend of humor and gameplay keeps players engaged and entertained.
“Funny game, it's like R6 and Pavlov had a child.”
“Loads of funny gadgets to use, and the recoil isn't a pain unlike in Pavlov.”
“I never wanted to get back into Siege because of all the sweats, but this game right here has some hilarious people, from try-hards to goofballs dancing their way on site. It's fun overall!”
- stability6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its stability, with users reporting no significant bugs or glitches and smooth performance on various systems. While there are minor connectivity issues with Steam, the game is considered well-polished and enjoyable, contributing to a positive gaming experience.
“It also runs great on my system and has a great selection of maps.”
“This game runs great, looks great, plays great.”
“The game is very well polished and runs great!”
“It is so rare to have a game launch that isn't completely loaded with bugs and glitches.”
“Minor glitches with Steam not connecting to the game server, but above all, this is probably turning into one of my favorite new VR games.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is characterized by a mix of player-generated tunes that can lead to both humorous and chaotic moments, such as dancing while under fire. While some players enjoy the fun and camaraderie that music brings to the gameplay, others feel that a more polished soundtrack would enhance the overall experience.
“We were having jokes, fun, music, and generally stomping the other team because of how great we worked together.”
“It just needs a cool soundtrack.”
“A kid played questionable music down the mic.”
“Somebody played music and the whole team danced until we got shot in the face.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game features expensive microtransactions, particularly for skins, which detracts from the overall experience, especially given its unfinished feel. Additionally, the presence of cheaters and toxic players further diminishes its appeal, leading some reviewers to recommend waiting for a sale before purchasing.
“The game includes microtransactions for skins, but it feels rough around the edges, making it a better choice to wait for a sale.”
“While the monetization includes microtransactions, it doesn't detract too much from the overall experience.”
“The inclusion of microtransactions for cosmetic items is a common practice, but it could be better balanced.”
“The game includes expensive microtransactions, is filled with cheaters, and has absolutely toxic players who scream slurs all the time.”
“It feels unfinished and I would recommend getting it on sale; adding microtransactions for skins while the game feels rough around the edges wasn't a smart PR move.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Breachers creates an engaging competitive atmosphere by seamlessly integrating the classic "bomb defusal" game mode into VR, featuring intuitive mechanics that appeal to both newcomers and experienced VR FPS players. The overall experience is enhanced by impressive gunplay, physics, and controls, contributing to a captivating environment.
“Breachers organically provides a competitive atmosphere by bringing the classic 'bomb defusal' game mode to VR with mechanics that are very easy to get used to, even for VR FPS veterans.”
“The gunplay, physics, controls, atmosphere, etc. are all awesome!”
“The atmosphere feels lifeless and lacks any real immersion, making it hard to get invested in the game.”
“Despite the potential for a thrilling environment, the overall ambiance is flat and uninspired.”
“The game fails to create a sense of tension or urgency, leaving the atmosphere feeling dull and unengaging.”
