Duckpocalypse
- August 22, 2016
- Capitola VR
Get on Steam"Duckpocalypse" is a VR arcade-style game where intelligent robot ducks have taken over and players must use their homemade guns to hunt them down in a fast-paced challenge. The game allows for multiplayer competition and encourages reviewers and let's players to feature the game on their channels with no restrictions. Players must manage their ammo and take cover to survive as they climb the leaderboard.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is a fun and nostalgic experience, reminiscent of classic arcade shooters like Duck Hunt, but with modern VR enhancements.
- It's simple, cheap, and visually appealing with a unique pixel art style, making it a great introduction to VR for new users.
- The gameplay is fast-paced and enjoyable, with plenty of explosions and a satisfying shooting mechanic that keeps players engaged.
- The game is incredibly short, with limited content and replay value, making it feel repetitive after a few rounds.
- There are some control issues, particularly with Oculus Touch compatibility, which can affect the overall experience.
- While the game is fun, it lacks additional levels, modes, or progression systems that could enhance long-term enjoyment.
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's pixelated retro artwork and sharp 8-bit graphics are praised for their unique charm, particularly in VR, where they enhance the overall experience. Players enjoy the vibrant visuals, which feature exciting explosions and a whimsical abundance of robotic ducks, contributing to a fun and engaging atmosphere.
“The pixel graphics make it unique and fun, and the robotic ducks are amazing.”
“What it offers is sharp 8-bit graphics, lots of cool explosions, tons of wild shooting, a lot of fun, and an insane amount of ducks!”
“Visuals work surprisingly well in VR.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for being fun, unique, and accessible, with responsive controls that allow for quick mastery of mechanics. Players can easily familiarize themselves with the guns due to the absence of reload times and straightforward shooting dynamics, making it a pick-up-and-play experience that still demands skill. Overall, the gameplay strikes a balance between ease of use and engaging challenge.
“The price is extremely reasonable and the gameplay is fun and unique.”
“Controls and gameplay are responsive and easy, but the game still requires skill.”
“The gameplay itself also feels natural - you will certainly familiarize yourself with the guns within the first 20 seconds of playtime as there is no reload time on them, nor do the gunshots curve due to any form of air physics, so it really is just pick up and play.”
“The gameplay itself feels natural - you will certainly familiarize yourself with the guns within the first 20 seconds of playtime as there is no reload time on them, nor do the gunshots curve due to any form of air physics, so it really is just pick up and play.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Users express uncertainty about the game's replayability, but many feel that at a price of $3, it offers sufficient value for a single playthrough. Overall, while the replay value may be questionable, the low cost makes it an appealing option.
“Not sure about replay value... but for $3, it's worth it if you ask me.”
“Not sure about replay value... but for $3 it's worth it if you ask me.”
“The first of which is the replay value.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Duckpocalypse" is widely praised, with reviewers noting its comedic charm and playful homage to classic arcade shooters like Duck Hunt. Players find it to be a fun and memorable experience, making it a strong recommendation for VR enthusiasts.
“A love letter to Duck Hunt (duh), and arcade shooters as a whole, Duckpocalypse is a pretty easy recommendation for Vive owners. For a few bucks, you get a fun, memorable arcade shooter with a great sense of humor.”
