Home Run Derby VR
- April 24, 2018
- MLB
Get on SteamHome Run Derby VR is an immersive baseball game that puts you in the batting box of your favorite MLB stadiums. With realistic physics and intuitive controls, you can swing for the fences and compete in head-to-head derbies or challenge the leaderboards. The game features official MLB teams, players, and stadia for a realistic and engaging experience.
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
PlayStation
PlayStation VR
Reviews
- The game has a solid foundation for a great VR baseball experience, with enjoyable hitting mechanics and a variety of stadiums.
- It offers a fun and immersive experience for casual players, especially in a home run derby setting.
- Recent updates have significantly improved the game, adding more stadiums and enhancing the overall graphics.
- Gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited options beyond batting practice and predictable pitch locations.
- The lack of realistic pitching mechanics and haptic feedback detracts from the overall experience.
- Many players feel the game is overpriced for the limited content and simplistic gameplay it offers.
- graphics9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them disappointing and reminiscent of older console capabilities, while others praise the high-quality visuals and realism, particularly in the depiction of ballparks and immersive experiences. Overall, the graphics are noted as a strong point, especially in the context of a batting practice VR game, despite some criticism regarding the lack of content.
“The graphics are very high quality and it just feels amazing.”
“All are very realistic and the graphics are gorgeous.”
“Game is well made, visuals are good, no glitches as of yet quite possibly the best batting practice VR game in the market.”
“The visuals are, to say the least, disappointing.”
“Graphics are somewhere in between pretty decent and somewhat looking like they could have been made on a non-new-gen console system.”
“The graphics are not up to par with current standards and feel outdated.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being repetitive, with a batting mechanic that comes across as cartoonish.
“The gameplay is very repetitive, and the batting feels cartoonish.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has been criticized for being underwhelming, with some users suggesting that free alternatives on the Quest 2 offer a more engaging narrative experience.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is almost non-existent, leaving the plot feeling flat and uninteresting.”
“The narrative is predictable and fails to offer any surprising twists or emotional impact.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its solid construction and impressive visuals, with no reported glitches, making it a top choice for batting practice in VR. However, players express disappointment over the lack of content, particularly the absence of a complete nine-inning baseball game.
“The game is well made, visuals are good, and there are no glitches as of yet. It's quite possibly the best batting practice VR game on the market.”
“The stability of the game is impressive, providing a smooth and enjoyable experience without any noticeable issues.”
“I appreciate how stable the game runs; it allows me to focus on improving my skills without distractions.”
