EvilVEvil
- July 16, 2024
- Toadman Interactive
- 8h median play time
Get on Steam"EvilVEvil" is a fast-paced first-person shooter featuring badass vampire characters with unique abilities. Join up to two other players in co-op mode to uncover the dark conspiracy of the evil Zagreus and his cultists, or play solo to prove your prowess. Choose from various vampire playstyles, from assassin to berserker to arcanist, in adrenaline-fueled battles against the forces of darkness.
PC
Playstation 5
Windows
Xbox Series X|S
PlayStation
Xbox
Reviews
- Fast-paced and dynamic gameplay that provides a fun experience, especially in co-op mode.
- Good variety of weapons and character abilities, allowing for different playstyles and customization.
- Visually appealing with a unique vampire theme and a decent soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere.
- The game feels short and lacks content, with only a few missions and limited enemy variety, leading to repetitive gameplay.
- Low player base makes it difficult to find matches, which can hinder the multiplayer experience.
- Performance issues and a lack of polish make the game feel unfinished, with some mechanics feeling clunky or unrefined.
- story25 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally perceived as weak and lacking depth, with many players finding it either pointless or overly simplistic. While some appreciate the dark conspiracy elements involving the antagonist Zagreus, the overall narrative is often overshadowed by repetitive gameplay and minimal character development. Despite these criticisms, the engaging combat and gameplay mechanics keep players entertained, even if they don't prioritize the story.
“The storyline, centered around the evil Zagreus and his fanatical cultists, is compelling enough to keep you engaged.”
“Each mission uncovers more of the dark conspiracy, progressively bringing you closer to the ultimate threat to humanity.”
“I've played the closed beta and the demo quite a bit and played for a total of about 14 hours and I have been enjoying it a lot; the gameplay and story are pretty good, and the characters are interesting.”
“The story is meaningless and it looks and plays like a game from 2007.”
“It doesn't really make a lot of sense when you're playing and the story just is mingled in here and there.”
“The plot seemed to me a bit simple and ridiculous.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as intense and action-packed, with players encouraged to engage in combat against hordes of enemies. While the mechanics, such as gliding and teleportation, are praised for their creativity, some players note repetitive elements and occasional issues with enemy visibility. Overall, the experience is enjoyable for those seeking a hack-and-slash style game, despite its lack of depth and storyline.
“The gameplay is intense and action-packed, encouraging players to mow down hordes of enemies without hesitation.”
“The game has interesting mechanics for controlling the main character - glide and especially teleportation.”
“I've played the closed beta and the demo quite a bit and played for a total of about 14 hours and I have been enjoying it a lot; the gameplay and story are pretty good, and the characters are interesting.”
“Another problem is the gameplay loop.”
“But sometimes you can’t distinguish opponents on the screen; they blend into the environment and this spoils the gameplay.”
“I mean I didn't encounter any bugs or glitches, but the gameplay is just very repetitive and uninspiring.”
- graphics13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's graphics receive mixed reviews, with many praising its unique art style and weapon feel, while others criticize the outdated visuals, particularly at lower settings. Some players appreciate the dynamic design and added skins, but there are complaints about blending issues and a general lack of modern polish. Overall, the graphics are seen as decent but not groundbreaking, appealing to those who enjoy a stylized aesthetic reminiscent of older games.
“It's a shame, I was really looking forward to this because it looked like a fun game and the art style looks amazing.”
“Graphics are nice, love that they've added skins.”
“Graphic-wise, I honestly like the way the game looks and feels; the developer did something great and should be proud of that.”
“Although the graphics are not very modern for my taste, the game was fun to play.”
“On the negative side, the game looks downright bad at low-medium graphics settings.”
“You know what's evil? The graphics look like a PS2 game.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including stuttering and crashes, even on high-end hardware like the RTX 3080. However, some users have experienced smooth gameplay at high frame rates on different setups, suggesting that performance may vary significantly depending on individual configurations. Overall, while the game has potential, its current optimization problems detract from the experience for a substantial number of players.
“If they can fix the performance, it's easily a fun little indie title worth a weekend with friends.”
“I've only played the tutorial and first mission, but from what I've experienced so far, I have not encountered any janky or performance issues. If anything, it plays really well on my 1440p monitor, and I'm getting about 120-144Hz in-game using my Intel Arc A770 16GB on max settings.”
“The problems are that performance is catastrophically bad.”
“We're talking 60fps on a 3080, stuttering, and crashes galore.”
“The camera whips around during reloads and from shooting even the smallest of guns, which only exacerbates the stuttering problem tenfold.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its engaging and energetic soundtrack, which enhances the gameplay experience, especially during fast-paced action sequences. While some users note a budget feel to the music, its charm and ability to complement the chaotic gameplay are appreciated, making it a standout aspect for many players.
“It has a nice soundtrack.”
“Love the music, by the way <3”
“Although I didn't immediately notice that the music gets louder depending on the combo.”
“It screams 'budget' at you constantly, but at the same time, the act of running around, jumping, and floating while shooting guns at a load of enemies while darting across parts of the map at super speed to just drink the blood of some random guy shooting at you to recover health and make you stronger to then jump straight into a pack of enemies to do it again while techno music plays in the background... there's a charm to it that I honestly can't deny.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players find the game offers a solid 6-8 hours of playtime with good replayability, particularly due to the challenge system that rewards in-game currency and encourages repeated play. Many express a desire for additional content to further enhance replay value, indicating a positive outlook on the game's longevity.
“But overall, this is a nice game. I can see myself playing for a while as long as the replayability aspect and more content are added in the future.”
“There's also a challenge system which, to me, is great because that adds more replayability and rewards you in-game currency and mod currency based on what you completed.”
“But overall this is a nice game. I can see myself playing for a while as long as the replayability aspect and more content are added in the future.”
“As of posting this on 17/07/2024, I'd say there's probably around 6-8 hours of playtime value and replayability, which in my opinion is definitely worth the money.”
- character development2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development in evilvevil for its impressive visual presentation, highlighting the detailed environments and stylish character designs that enhance the overall experience.
“The character development in this game is truly remarkable, with each character having a unique backstory that adds depth to the overall narrative.”
“I loved how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
“The interactions between characters are well-written, allowing for meaningful relationships that enhance the gameplay experience.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The sound design significantly enhances the game's atmosphere, effectively complementing the action. However, some users feel that the atmosphere leans too heavily on urban elements, lacking the desired gothic vampire vibes.
“The sound design is effective, complementing the action and enhancing the overall atmosphere.”
“At the same time, I was a bit disappointed by the lack of gothic vampire vibes because the atmosphere is excessively concentrated on urban elements.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that while they did not experience any significant bugs or glitches, the game suffers from stability issues such as freezing. There is hope for improvements in future updates to address these concerns.
“But since the game has just been released, we hope that in the future there will be more stability and the freezes will go away.”
“I mean, I didn't encounter any bugs or glitches, but the gameplay is just very repetitive and uninspiring.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the humor in the game, noting that the variety of locations—ranging from dirty futuristic cities to quirky vampire themes—adds a unique and amusing touch. While some settings, like cemeteries, may feel clichéd, they still manage to evoke laughter.
“The humor in this game is brilliantly woven into the dialogue and scenarios, making even the darkest moments feel lighthearted.”
“I love how the game balances its serious themes with absurd humor, keeping me entertained and laughing throughout.”
“The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions add a unique charm to the game, making every encounter a joy.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be significant, as the slow progression in leveling up characters and upgrading weapons requires considerable time investment to unlock all content, despite having a reasonable number of missions.
“Eleven missions is a decent amount to chew on, but the rate of progression for leveling up your character and upgrading your guns is extremely slow, so you'll be grinding it out trying to unlock everything for a while.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless; it takes far too long to earn the rewards that should come from completing missions.”
“I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over just to make any real progress, which makes the game feel tedious and unfulfilling.”
