EVE: Valkyrie

63%
Game Brain Score Based on 165 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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PlayStation VR is all about immersion and EVE: Valkyrie does a fantastic job at handling this, and even with the presence of microtransactions, EVE: Valkyrie is still one of the best experiences thus far on PSVR.
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"EVE: Valkyrie is a sci-fi multiplayer dogfighting game with both single-player and multiplayer modes. Using VR technology, it provides a visceral and immersive experience, putting you in command of a heavily armed fighter in the lawless regions of the EVE Universe. As part of the Valkyrie faction, fly without fear or mercy in intense combat."

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Virtual Reality
  • Windows
  • Cloud
  • NVIDIA GeForce NOW
  • Oculus Rift
  • Oculus VR
  • Play​Station
  • Play​Station VR
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

63%
Audience ScoreBased on 165 reviews
story6 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game offers stunning visuals and immersive audio, creating a thrilling space dogfighting experience.
  • Fast-paced and fun gameplay reminiscent of classic space combat games, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
  • Cross-platform multiplayer support enhances the player base, allowing for more engaging matches.
  • The game is criticized for its high price point relative to the limited content and lack of a substantial single-player campaign.
  • Mandatory use of a gamepad for initial setup and navigation is frustrating for players who prefer other control methods.
  • Microtransactions for progression and upgrades detract from the overall experience, leading to concerns about pay-to-win elements.
  • story36 mentions

    The game's story is minimal, primarily consisting of a few short tutorial missions that serve more as training than a cohesive narrative, lasting around 10-20 minutes. Players express disappointment over the lack of a substantial single-player campaign, feeling that the potential for a rich story was squandered in favor of multiplayer content. While the initial missions are enjoyable, many reviewers wish for more depth and content in the single-player experience, given the game's rich sci-fi universe.

    • “Even for just the experience of the few 'story' missions (basically just dogfights with bots, and some nonsense narrative), I was actually pretty happy with the purchase.”
    • “The training missions are superb, the music pumping, the chaos of the action is intense, the controls feel great.”
    • “Very good VR title, visuals are stunning, the combat is fluid and quick to get the hang of. If you are a fellow capsuleer, you will love seeing some of the ships and structures in a whole new light.”
    • “No story, no concept.”
    • “It's only multiplayer, and that's the big shame here because they had such a great chance to be the best single player experience on the platform, and they instead made 2 missions of thrilling story that lasted for all of 10 minutes, and then infinite multiplayer.”
    • “If there was a full single player campaign then I'd definitely recommend it; alas, there's no such thing beyond the tease that is the first mission.”
  • graphics33 mentions

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning visuals and immersive atmosphere, particularly in VR, while others criticize them as underwhelming and reminiscent of earlier VR titles. Some players highlight the smoothness and polish of the graphics, noting that they enhance the fast-paced gameplay, but a few express disappointment over the lack of graphical options and overall quality. Overall, the visuals are seen as a strong point for the game, though opinions vary significantly.

    • “The graphics are much more impressive than many of the VR games currently on the market, and I can easily say it's become one of my favorite VR games.”
    • “I'm blown away by the quality of the graphics and immersion.”
    • “Dogfights are fun and immersive, the game is graphically impressive and overall the polish on this product is very high.”
    • “The graphics are also very underwhelming, and even with super-sampling, still looked jagged and blurry.”
    • “Played on HTC Vive and the graphics are so bad it reminded me of the early days of DK2 games.”
    • “I knock down points because there isn't much wow factor in the visuals.”
  • gameplay29 mentions

    The gameplay is described as fast-paced and accessible, with a small learning curve that allows players to quickly engage in arcade-style space combat. While the graphics and controls are praised, some reviewers note a lack of depth and variety, leading to repetitive experiences. Overall, the game is enjoyable, particularly for multiplayer PvP, but it may not satisfy those seeking a more simulation-oriented experience like "Elite Dangerous."

    • “Gameplay has a small learning curve and is quite comfortable considering all of the motion.”
    • “The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is fast-paced and in-depth, but best of all, you actually have a lot of other people playing it.”
    • “Packing slick design and stunning visuals, as well as thrilling gameplay.”
    • “I bought this on sale for $30, and I still feel like I got a pretty bad deal in terms of gameplay.”
    • “At its heart, Valkyrie is a straightforward arcade shooter which lacks enough variety in its gameplay to stop it from growing stale quite quickly, and, for the asking price, it’s perhaps only fully recommendable to the most enthusiastic of space pirates.”
    • “It's easy to get into, although the gameplay is frankly repetitive.”
  • monetization13 mentions

    The monetization in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the presence of microtransactions in a full-priced title, often feeling that it creates an unbalanced experience, especially in multiplayer modes. While some users noted that they hardly noticed the microtransactions, others criticized them as excessive and detrimental to gameplay progression. Overall, the sentiment suggests that the monetization strategy detracts from the overall value and enjoyment of the game.

    • “It also technically has microtransactions, but I didn't even know that until someone mentioned it.”
    • “Eve: Valkyrie benefits from VR's effect on its spacefighter combat, but its progression is stunted by microtransactions.”
    • “PlayStation VR is all about immersion, and Eve: Valkyrie does a fantastic job at handling this. Even with the presence of microtransactions, Eve: Valkyrie is still one of the best experiences thus far on PSVR.”
    • “Sell it for 60 euros and still got microtransactions in.”
    • “Let alone the microtransactions, the online multiplayer is unbalanced and unfair for people who don't pay for the microtransactions.”
    • “[very expensive for the amount of content on offer, microtransactions in a £60 game is out of order, frankly]”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is noted for its immersive graphics and sound, which effectively create a sense of being a pilot. However, some players feel that the cockpit design is blocky and the maps lack a true space feel, detracting from the overall experience. Additionally, the absence of communication options in multiplayer diminishes the social atmosphere.

    • “Graphics, sound, atmosphere - they all seem to come together in this game.”
    • “Offers good immersion; I felt like a viper pilot. The atmosphere really enhances the experience.”
    • “The atmosphere in the game is captivating, drawing you into the experience.”
    • “The cockpit model feels blocky, and the maps that I tried out were all very close to atmosphere and not very spacey, and the edges of all the ships in the distance were *very* aliased.”
    • “Offers good immersion (got a Thrustmaster T-Flight HOTAS X joystick) felt like a Viper pilot :D buuuuuuuuuuuut.... a bit overpriced, not too many options in terms of ship customization, well ... apart from visual, the upgrades affect stats but you can’t change weapon types, you need to unlock a ship that has the weapon you like :/ buuut perhaps they will add more content over time .... oh yeah and ... there is no communication with the other pilots ... kinda kills the 'multiplayer atmosphere'.”
    • “Graphics, sound, atmosphere (huh, a pun!) - they all seem to come together in this game.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    Replayability in this game is seen as subjective; while some players find it strong due to its polished experience and engaging gameplay, others feel that the lack of a true story mode limits its long-term appeal. The updated textures and improved joystick setup enhance playability, but the steep price may deter some from returning frequently.

    • “Replayability - subjective.. for me it's strong.”
    • “The price tag is steep but this is one of the most polished VR games out there and the replay value is high.”
    • “The idea of a true story mode was a fun concept, but as we all see, training is as much story as you get. I will give them credit; the updated textures did make it look nice, but not enough to make me want to put on my headset and say, 'Let's play.' It took them way too long to fix the joystick setup, but it did make it more playable for a few fights.”
    • “The price tag is steep, but this is one of the most polished VR games out there, and the replay value is high.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is noted for its quirky elements, such as amusing gameplay mechanics and relatable observations about player behavior, like the irony of purchasing games without checking system requirements. Additionally, players find humor in their personal gaming preferences, contrasting experiences in different game genres.

    • “The whole seated thing made me feel funny, but it's good.”
    • “It's funny how many people seem to buy games without checking system specs ('a gamepad is required').”
    • “It's funny, I didn't like PvP in SC, but I love PvP in EVE: V.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find grinding in the game to be a necessary but somewhat frustrating experience, as it often feels like a requirement to purchase XP boosters to keep up with the competition. While matches can be enjoyable, especially in PvE mode, the reliance on grinding can detract from the overall satisfaction, leaving a lingering sense of inadequacy without additional spending.

    • “You will spend time grinding while knowing that you are weaker than you should be, unless you want to bend over and hand over your credit card.”
    • “Matches are fun, grinding against the AI in PvE mode can be rewarding if you enjoy it, but you will always have the bitter taste of knowing you needed extra rounds if you did not buy XP boosters.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Overall, users report excellent optimization, with one reviewer noting that their GTX 1070 ran the game without any performance issues, giving it a perfect score of 10/10 for performance.

    • “On my rig (1070 GTX), I don't have any performance issues.”
    • “Performance: 10/10, ran great on my rig.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered unremarkable, yet it effectively enhances the intensity of training missions, providing a pumping backdrop that complements the chaotic action and responsive controls.

    • “The training missions are superb, the music is pumping, the chaos of the action is intense, and the controls feel great.”
    • “The soundtrack isn't particularly memorable.”
    • “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
    • “I found the audio design to be underwhelming and uninspired.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, users report that the multiplayer experience is highly stable, with smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay.

    • “Multiplayer runs great, feels great, and plays great.”
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