Doritos VR Battle
- November 4, 2016
- Capitola VR
Get on SteamThe Doritos VR Battle is a highly interactive VR game based on movement and agility skills. A game you play alone or with your friends taking turns to beat each others scores. Find your way through the dark universe and use your weapons to battle the enemy.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features impressive graphics and a polished aesthetic that enhances the surreal experience.
- The use of room scale provides a sense of presence and makes the gameplay engaging and fun.
- Despite its short length, the game is surprisingly enjoyable and offers a unique psychological horror experience.
- The game is very short, with gameplay lasting only 5 to 10 minutes, leading to low replay value.
- Many players feel that the game is overpriced for the limited content it offers, likening it to a glorified advertisement.
- The lack of music and overall atmosphere can be unsettling, detracting from the experience for some players.
- graphics6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their smooth performance and surreal aesthetic, enhancing the sense of presence in the game. While some users note that the graphics can be considered bare bones, the overall consensus highlights their impressive quality and visual appeal.
“The surreal polished aesthetic combined with the use of room scale gave me a sense of presence I wasn't expecting in an on-rails experience.”
“The graphics are amazing and it's all very surreal.”
“And the graphics are nice, it ran totally smooth and looks pretty cool!”
- music3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The absence of music in the game has been a significant point of criticism, with players expressing that even minimal background music would enhance the experience and alleviate feelings of fear during gameplay.
“There's no music.”
“All you needed to do was add some random music.”
“Any music and I wouldn't be literally scared playing Doritos VR Battle.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with users noting that it can be completed in just 5 to 10 minutes and does not offer enough incentive to play again, despite some enjoyment during the initial experience.
“No replay value.”
“Surprisingly good, though little to no replay value and only takes 5 to 10 minutes to beat.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as offering a satisfying experience, particularly for those new to obstacle course games, with a recommended playtime of 5-10 minutes. However, it may lack depth for players seeking extended engagement beyond the initial experience.
“You'll get all the gameplay you want out of it the first time around.”
“Just understand you'll get all the gameplay you want out of it the first time around.”
“I recommend the 5-10 minutes of gameplay this provides if you have no other obstacle course game.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its engaging concept, though some players feel that it is undermined by its brevity.
“I loved the atmosphere and concept, but it was too short.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization model received mixed feedback, with a user rating it 6/10 and expressing dissatisfaction with paying for a game that felt more like an advertisement or demo.
“6/10 - I would not pay for an advertisement 'demo' game again.”
“The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy basic features.”
“It's frustrating that essential content is locked behind a paywall, making the game feel incomplete without additional purchases.”
