EvilVEvil

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"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.

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 116 reviews

story10 positive mentions

optimization8 negative mentions

The game offers fast-paced, dynamic action that is enjoyable for casual play, especially in co-op mode.
Customization options for characters and weapons add a layer of strategy and replayability to the gameplay.
The art style and sound design are appealing, creating an engaging atmosphere for players.

The game feels incomplete, with a lack of content, limited enemy variety, and repetitive missions that can lead to boredom.
There is a very low player base, making it difficult to find others to play with, which diminishes the multiplayer experience.
Performance issues, such as frame rate drops and clunky mechanics, detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

story
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
68%
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The game's story 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 and his cultists, the narrative is often overshadowed by repetitive gameplay and minimal dialogue. Overall, players recommend the game for its engaging combat rather than its story, which is considered an afterthought.
- “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.”
- “There is a little story, but combat is so engaging that it's hard to keep up with it, at least when playing the mission for the first time.”
- “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.”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
56%
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The gameplay is described as intense and action-packed, with players encouraged to engage in fast-paced combat against hordes of enemies. While the mechanics, such as gliding and teleportation, are praised for their creativity, some players note that the gameplay can become repetitive and that distinguishing opponents from the environment can be challenging. 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.”
- “While it has some repetitive elements, the overall gameplay is satisfying.”
- “The game has interesting mechanics for controlling the main character - glide and especially teleportation.”
- “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 didn't encounter any bugs or glitches, but the gameplay is just very repetitive and uninspiring.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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12%
The game's graphics feature a distinctive art style that many players appreciate, likening it to a Borderlands aesthetic, though opinions vary on its overall quality. While some enjoy the visuals and find them charming, others criticize the graphics for appearing outdated, especially at lower settings, and note that they can hinder gameplay by blending with enemy movements. Overall, the graphics are seen as a mixed bag, with a strong art direction but technical limitations that may detract from the experience.
- “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.”
- “Great dynamic game, interesting lore, decent graphics - I recommend playing.”
- “On the negative side, the game looks downright bad at low-medium graphics settings.”
- “I think the art style caused blending with enemy movements and it just got too frustrating.”
- “You know what's evil, the graphics look like a PS2 game.”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
17%
67%
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including stuttering, crashes, and low frame rates even on high-end hardware like the RTX 3080. However, some users have had a positive experience, achieving smooth gameplay at higher resolutions and frame rates on different setups. Overall, while the game has potential, significant optimization improvements are needed to enhance the experience for the majority of players.
- “I've only played the tutorial and first mission, but from what I've played 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.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its engaging and energetic soundtrack, which enhances the chaotic gameplay experience. While some users note a "budget" feel to the music, the techno beats complement the fast-paced action and contribute to the overall charm of the game. Many players express a genuine love for the soundtrack, highlighting its ability to elevate the gaming experience.
- “It has a nice soundtrack.”
- “Love the music btw <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.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
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Players generally find the game offers around 6-8 hours of playtime, with potential for replayability enhanced by a challenge system that rewards in-game currency. Many express a desire for additional content to further increase replay value, indicating a positive outlook on the game's longevity. Overall, the replayability aspect is seen as a strong point, making the game worth the investment.
- “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.”
- “But overall this is a nice game; I can see myself playing for a while as long as the replayability aspect and more content is 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 development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
While users praise the visual aspects of character design in "evilvevil," noting the detailed environments and stylish aesthetics, there is no specific feedback on character development or growth throughout the game.
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The atmosphere is enhanced by effective sound design that complements the action, creating an engaging experience. However, some users express disappointment over the absence of gothic vampire elements, noting that the focus leans too heavily on urban themes.
- “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.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have reported some stability issues, particularly with freezing, although no significant bugs or glitches have been encountered. As the game is newly released, there is hope for future updates to address these stability concerns.
- “But since the game has just been released, we hope that in the future there will be more of it 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.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
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. Overall, the humor is seen as an engaging element that enhances the game's atmosphere.
- “The humor in the game is spot-on, with clever dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “The quirky characters and their absurd interactions add a delightful layer of comedy to the gameplay.”
- “The game masterfully blends dark humor with lighthearted moments, making for a uniquely entertaining experience.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 everything, despite the decent number of missions available.
- “Eleven missions is a decent amount to chew on, but the rate of progression of 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.”