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GORN

Experience battles first hand as a cartoon Gladiator!
90%Game Brain Score
gameplay, humor
stability, grinding
94% User Score Based on 7,023 reviews
Critic Score 73%Based on 2 reviews

Platforms

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About

GORN is a violent VR gladiator simulator with a physics-driven combat engine, allowing creative execution of opponents with various weapons. Fight an endless supply of poorly-animated foes, from swords and maces to nunchuks and warhammers, unleashing your most brutal and savage fantasies while maintaining a sense of decency. Immerse yourself in the most face-smashing VR experience available.

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 7,025 reviews
gameplay129 positive mentions
stability32 negative mentions

  • gameplay
    325 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in Gorn is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics, focusing on melee combat in a cartoonish, gore-filled arena setting. While many players appreciate the fun and satisfying combat, the repetitive nature of the gameplay and some clunky movement mechanics can lead to boredom over time. Overall, the game excels in providing a humorous and visceral experience, making it enjoyable for short bursts, but it may not hold long-term appeal for everyone.

    • “The multiplayer mode where people can fight the person in VR with a controller is the coolest VR mechanic I've ever seen, in a VR game with the best action.”
    • “Gorn is pure fun, a masterpiece in gameplay and atmosphere.”
    • “The gameplay is raw, visceral, gory, wacky, mindlessly strategic fun and can make you feel like an absolute badass.”
    • “The gameplay is quite repetitive as well, basically just being a copy + paste of earlier levels in different arenas.”
    • “The gameplay gets boring after 2 minutes; all you do is hit enemies, and they never change.”
    • “Physics are wonky and slow, graphics are unsatisfying, gameplay is beyond repetitive and boring.”
  • humor
    299 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in Gorn is widely praised for its over-the-top, cartoonish violence and absurd physics, which create a uniquely entertaining experience. Players find the game's slapstick elements, such as wobbly weapons and exaggerated enemy reactions, to be both hilarious and engaging, making it a great choice for multiplayer fun. Overall, the combination of dark humor and ridiculous gameplay mechanics contributes to its reputation as a must-play for fans of comedic VR experiences.

    • “Absolutely love this game! It's super awesome and hilarious; the funny physics are just priceless, and the amount of fights I won by simply allowing them to take each other out is perfect as they have zero spatial awareness of the others. It's so much fun!”
    • “This game is hilariously violent. The over-the-top damage you do to your opponents is hilarious and gruesome at the same time - weapons do what you'd expect them to do.”
    • “Gorn is a fantastic, funny, and entertaining game definitely worth playing! The combat mechanics are hilarious and functional at the same time!”
    • “The goofy animations are supposed to be funny and allow for the ridiculous ragdoll physics, but they just didn't sit right with me.”
    • “The humor felt forced and often fell flat, making it hard to engage with the game's comedic elements.”
    • “While the game tries to be funny, most of the jokes miss the mark and come off as cringeworthy rather than entertaining.”
  • graphics
    219 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a vibrant, cartoonish art style that enhances the humorous and absurd nature of its violent gameplay. While some players note that the visuals may not be top-tier compared to more realistic titles, they appreciate the consistent and immersive design that complements the game's over-the-top physics and gore. Overall, the graphics are seen as a key element that contributes to the fun and engaging experience, making it enjoyable despite any perceived shortcomings.

    • “The game's cartoonish graphics and over-the-top violence add to the fun and absurdity of the game, making it a blast to play.”
    • “The graphics are stylized rather nicely; I foresee the game aging well for the most part.”
    • “The unique aesthetic combined with the great sound effects create an experience that is both hilarious and convincing.”
    • “The physics, controls, graphics, and overall design seem very cheap and simple.”
    • “Let's get this out of the way now, the graphics look cheesy if you just watched a video.”
    • “The animations and graphics could still be improved a lot (higher res textures, better animations, more possibilities to wreak havoc).”
  • story
    138 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally considered short and lacking depth, with many players completing it in around 2 to 4 hours. While some appreciate the comedic and simplistic narrative, others find it repetitive and unengaging, often describing it as a mere backdrop to the gameplay rather than a central focus. Overall, the fun and immersive combat experience tends to overshadow the minimal story elements.

    • “A great game with a full story, for people to all enjoy.”
    • “The story is short, I beat it in about 2 hours and 30 minutes, but it has decent replay value.”
    • “One of the best VR games on the market with a nice short story that has a lot of unique fights to unlock weapons.”
    • “The 'story' is pointless and extremely hard.”
    • “There's no story, no drive to keep killing the brainless AI.”
    • “You will not find vivid storytelling, intricate upgrade trees, or engrossing tactical decisions.”
  • replayability
    90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag among users. While many praise its endless and custom modes, along with a variety of weapons and challenges that enhance replay value, others find it lacking in depth and content, leading to a shorter lifespan. Despite some criticisms, a significant number of players still regard it as highly replayable and a fun experience, especially in multiplayer or party settings.

    • “The endless and custom modes give plenty of replayability, and the throwing system is incredibly satisfying.”
    • “Gorn is, without a doubt, the most uniquely satisfying and most replayable VR game I own or have experienced.”
    • “The game is polished, looks good, and has a fair bit of variety and content for replayability.”
    • “My only issue is that I don't see much replay value.”
    • “Its really short though and not a whole lot of replayability.”
    • “Personally, I didn't find there to be any replay value and the optimization wasn't great either.”
  • music
    41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over the lack of an in-game soundtrack, which they feel detracts from the overall experience. However, numerous users recommend enhancing gameplay by playing external music, particularly the Doom soundtrack, which significantly elevates the intensity and enjoyment of combat. Overall, while the game may be silent, it is often described as more engaging when paired with powerful, energetic music.

    • “Play this game with Doom soundtracks on; it changes the entire experience.”
    • “Jumping into endless mode while listening to the Doom OST is probably one of the best experiences I've had in my life, and I will do it countless times again.”
    • “The controls are awesome and the feeling you get in the gladiator pit is amazing, especially with some hype background music.”
    • “I only have one thing I feel like they could've done something better with, and that is there is no music whatsoever, which is a real shame.”
    • “Very disappointing game, the locomotion system is just awful and there's no music at all, it's completely silent apart from weapon sounds etc.”
    • “The developers might have done it on purpose, but there’s no music whatsoever; there’s also little variety when it comes to enemy taunts.”
  • stability
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is frequently criticized due to numerous bugs and glitches that can significantly disrupt gameplay, particularly with weapon handling and character interactions. While some players find the glitches amusing or endearing, many report that they can lead to frustrating experiences, especially during challenging encounters. Overall, the game is described as "extremely buggy," with some recommending waiting for fixes before purchasing at full price.

    • “Runs great on the Valve Index.”
    • “A fun arena fighter; had issues getting the game to run on my old graphics card, but now that I've upgraded, it runs great and is much more enjoyable.”
    • “It's lots of fun and not too buggy after extensive updates.”
    • “Some weapons (mainly the big ones) can be unwieldy and buggy, which leads me into another point: despite the game's good points, it can be very buggy.”
    • “But when you get up to the harder bosses and eventually the finale, these glitches and bugs will cause you to wipe over and over until you eventually rage quit because it is so frustrating.”
    • “However, the bugs and glitches make it just about unplayable at times, so I don't recommend buying it at full price or until the bugs are fixed.”
  • optimization
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with many players noting smooth performance and good graphics, especially on higher-end PCs. However, some users report performance issues during specific gameplay scenarios, such as slow-motion sequences and intense combat situations, indicating that further optimization could enhance the experience. While updates have improved performance for some, others still experience stuttering and tracking issues, particularly with two-handed weapons.

    • “Its greatly optimized and is full of highly replayable content.”
    • “Regardless of being in early access, the game runs smoothly and I've rarely had an issue.”
    • “Great fun and no issues with tracking or performance.”
    • “Great game, fun gameplay, but kinda bad optimization.”
    • “The patch notes say that the devs intentionally put effort into optimizing the game so it runs better, but on my system (i5-8400, GTX 1080) the performance has just tanked.”
    • “My only complaint so far is I get a lot of stuttering when multiple enemies are being slain, and especially at the end of the round when all the coins are thrown at you.”
  • emotional
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional responses to the game are mixed, with some players experiencing intense feelings of empowerment and excitement, likening their experiences to feeling like a badass or a gladiator. However, others report significant discomfort and motion sickness, which detracts from their enjoyment and emotional engagement. Overall, the game elicits strong emotions, both positive and negative, depending on the player's physical response to its mechanics.

    • “It's the best stress and anger reliever, especially for those who are emotionally unstable like myself.”
    • “No game has ever made me feel like such a badass before and I think having played this, any other gaming experience, especially non-VR involving similar themes, will feel bland.”
    • “Gorn made me feel like a real gladiator fighting for my life.”
  • grinding
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players consistently express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having "a second life." While some find the gameplay quirky and enjoyable, the repetitive nature of battles and the tedious mechanics detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration. Despite improvements in graphics and reduced bugs, the grind remains a notable drawback for many users.

    • “The game is way less buggy, the graphics and art style have been improved, custom mode is extremely fun and makes sure that you won't get bored while playing the game, there is little to no tediousness anymore!”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “It can get a bit grindy.”
    • “Old review - I like GORN, but it's the tediousness and the bugs that I dislike. For example, when I want to do a 1v1 in GORN, I have to enter demo mode or restart all of my progress. When I want to get to the next champion, I essentially fight the same people over and over. Yes, sometimes they have different weapons, but in most cases, they have the same ones. Also, when I try to pick something up when there is something right under/over/beside it, it picks up the thing under/over/beside it! Is it worth 20 dollars? No, it's a fun game, but twenty dollars for a buggy and tedious VR gladiator sim isn't.”
  • atmosphere
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in Gorn is characterized by its playful yet violent tone, enhanced by wacky physics and a unique art style that creates a satisfying experience. Players appreciate the game's ability to convey a sense of chaotic fun, with engaging visuals and sounds that complement the intense, action-packed gameplay. Overall, the atmosphere is described as both entertaining and immersive, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “Gorn is pure fun, a masterpiece in gameplay and atmosphere.”
    • “One of the few VR games that really conveys the whole atmosphere of the ongoing violence in the arena, one of the best games for HTC Vive.”
    • “The wacky physics, the over-the-top violence, and the art style really convey the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The wacky physics, the over-the-top violence, and the art style (while a little rough) really convey the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The graphics are much more polished and help with the atmosphere.”
    • “It is a 'defend or die' atmosphere that causes you to swing your weapons violently and work up quite a sweat.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy includes microtransactions and downloadable content (DLC), with a focus on enhancing multiplayer and mod experiences. The updated structure suggests a more transparent approach to monetization, although user opinions on its impact vary.

    • “The microtransactions in the game are fair and don't feel intrusive, allowing players to enjoy the experience without feeling pressured to spend money.”
    • “I appreciate the DLC options available; they add meaningful content without locking essential features behind a paywall.”
    • “The monetization model is well-balanced, providing players with the choice to enhance their experience without compromising the core gameplay.”
    • “The microtransactions in this game are excessive and feel like a cash grab.”
    • “The DLC content is overpriced and doesn't add enough value to justify the cost.”
    • “The monetization model is frustrating, as it forces players to spend money to enjoy the full experience.”

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4h Median play time
12h Average play time
2-24h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 34 analyzed playthroughs

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