Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades

97%
Game Brain Score Based on 17,462 reviews
  • gameplay
  • humor
  • story
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Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades is a VR simulation game that offers a wide range of activities and sandbox-style gameplay. Players can engage in shooting ranges, cook and eat hot dogs, and participate in various mini-games like horseshoes. The game's realistic physics and graphics provide an immersive and innovative VR experience.

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 17,462 reviews
gameplay342 positive mentions
grinding16 negative mentions
  • gameplay917 mentions

    The gameplay of "Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades" (H3VR) is primarily centered around its highly detailed and realistic gun mechanics, which are widely praised as the best in VR gaming. While the game offers a vast array of firearms and sandbox-style interactions, many players feel that the actual gameplay modes are somewhat limited and can become repetitive over time. Despite this, the constant updates and the developer's commitment to enhancing the experience keep players engaged, making it a unique and enjoyable title for gun enthusiasts.

    • “The game's attention to detail in recreating the physicality and mechanics of handling firearms is nothing short of impressive.”
    • “The gameplay is really smooth and satisfying whether you’re just testing out some guns or playing take and hold.”
    • “The gun mechanics are insane, the quantity of content is massive, and there are constant updates.”
    • “The game lacks a cohesive structure or meaningful objectives, leaving you to aimlessly fiddle with the same mechanics in different, equally dull settings.”
    • “A super realistic gun isn't worth anything if it doesn't feel right and there's nothing to do with it... they didn't bother to put any effort into gameplay, interaction, movement, story, or anything else that would make this a worthy VR game.”
    • “While the gameplay can be a bit limited at times, the enormous arsenal available as well as the detail lovingly put into the game by the developer make this game a must-have for VR headset owners.”
  • humor407 mentions

    The humor in "Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades" is characterized by its absurdity and playful tone, featuring sentient hot dog enemies that deliver comical voice lines and engage in ridiculous antics. Players appreciate the game's blend of realistic gun mechanics with whimsical elements, creating a lighthearted atmosphere that encourages laughter amidst the action. While some find the humor repetitive over time, the overall reception highlights its unique charm and entertaining absurdity, making it a standout in the VR shooter genre.

    • “The simple act of shooting a giant sentient hot dog with an RPG as it mutters drivel about how its own anatomy doesn't make sense purely embodies this game's sense of humor.”
    • “The game has a sense of humor that permeates the entire experience, and despite it being made by a small team, it's very polished.”
    • “It's an incredibly detailed and delightfully funny sandbox game where you play with guns and shoot sausages.”
    • “Insert unfunny American joke here.”
    • “Although I would love to see more funny, not real weapons because those are my favorite!”
  • story368 mentions

    The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of a cohesive narrative or campaign, with many users noting that it primarily functions as a sandbox experience with minimal structured gameplay. While there are a few modes that offer some story elements, such as the "Return of the Rotweiners" zombie mode, the overall consensus is that players should not expect a traditional storyline or progression, making it more suitable for those who enjoy casual gunplay rather than immersive storytelling.

    • “The best mode that I've played so far is Return of the Rotweiners, an open-world story mode where you're dealing with an outbreak of zombie hotdogs.”
    • “There are now a few different decent game modes that are all really fun, some competitive ones and other single-player ones with good story and progression that take a fairly long time to beat but are fun the whole way through.”
    • “The story is really good and engaging.”
    • “There's no storyline, there's no incredibly complex questline with set pieces.”
    • “There is no progression, no story, nothing to keep me engaged with the game at all.”
    • “The game could use some more story-based aspects because the shooting ranges can get boring.”
  • graphics262 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the detailed weapon models and overall visual quality, particularly in VR settings. While some users note that the graphics can appear dated or simplistic compared to other titles, the game is generally well-optimized, allowing it to run smoothly even on mid-range hardware. Overall, the graphics are considered good, with a charming aesthetic that complements the gameplay, despite some calls for further enhancements.

    • “The graphics are incredible and the different game modes are more than enough to keep you coming back and trying other modes.”
    • “The detail and graphics are insane whilst still running extremely well.”
    • “The graphics are beautiful and stunning, sometimes I just play to admire the guns themselves.”
    • “First and foremost, the game's graphics are a significant letdown.”
    • “Graphics are very poor (comparing with stunning graphics games like Alyx).”
    • “Trash game, with trash graphics, absolutely stuck in the 2016 era of VR, just adding more guns while ignoring everything else.”
  • replayability137 mentions

    The game offers exceptional replayability, primarily through its "take and hold" mode, which is frequently highlighted as a standout feature due to its engaging mechanics and variety. While some mini-games lack depth and can feel repetitive, the extensive modding community and regular updates significantly enhance the overall replay value, making it a favorite among VR enthusiasts. Overall, players appreciate the vast array of content and the ability to experiment with numerous weapons and scenarios, ensuring a continually fresh experience.

    • “Absolutely phenomenal to see how far it's come and how fun and replayable it is.”
    • “The single best VR shooter out there right now, doubly so with an active modding community that adds an endless amount of maps, guns, and game modes that make this infinitely replayable.”
    • “Take and hold offers some fantastic objective-based gameplay, with near unlimited replayability.”
    • “I typically only play the take & hold mode, as it's the closest thing you can possibly get to a replayable mode in the game.”
    • “The only downside is the amount of game modes; most are endlessly replayable, but the limited number makes the game feel a bit stale after a long amount of playtime.”
    • “Although fun can always be had with the games available, the replayability can feel lacking after the first couple of hours.”
  • optimization103 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is highly praised, with many users reporting smooth performance even on lower-end hardware and older VR headsets like the Quest 2. While some minor performance issues and control optimizations are noted, the developers' commitment to maintaining a balance between performance and graphical fidelity is evident, resulting in a consistently enjoyable experience across various setups. Frequent updates and community support further enhance the game's optimization, making it accessible to a wide range of players.

    • “The most important part about this to me, and the component that makes H3 the paragon of VR development, is the incredible optimization work that this game has.”
    • “This game is very well optimized; I'm playing on a lower-end PC with a GTX 1650, Ryzen 5 4600H, and 8GB of RAM, and it runs amazing.”
    • “The optimization is unbelievable for a VR game.”
    • “Unoptimized crap”
    • “It does have performance setbacks.”
    • “Poorly optimized on every other headset”
  • grinding52 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized, with many players expressing that it is excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time to progress. While some find enjoyment in the grinding mechanics, the overwhelming sentiment suggests that players may need "a second life" to fully engage with the game's repetitive tasks. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a major drawback, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “A lot of grinding.”
    • “The game modes that do exist are either tedious or boring.”
    • “Starting with the zombies one expect to sit through the most tedious 30 minute tutorial of your life and if you decide to get bored and shoot the hot dog giving you the tutorial missions at any point then you're soft-locked and have to start a new save.”
    • “While the loading times for this game can be really tedious, I think it's worth it though.”
  • stability48 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while many players report minimal bugs and smooth performance, particularly praising its gun mechanics and customization options, others experience occasional glitches, especially with physics and controls. Some users noted that the game runs well on various systems, but certain features can be buggy, particularly for specific VR setups. Despite these issues, many find the game enjoyable and commend the developers for their responsiveness to community feedback.

    • “No bugs, runs great, no issues whatsoever.”
    • “This game in its early access stage is more bug free than most AAA titles these days.”
    • “It runs great, has a nice amount of customization and several different game modes.”
    • “I tried plugging my Quest 2 in and after 5 minutes the game freezes.”
    • “Complex, doesn't seem to be made for Rift/Quest controllers, the movement is terrible to say the least, buggy, 250 options of how to move to choose from, I'm colliding with invisible stuff trying to walk a meter.”
    • “H3VR just doesn't get that fun firearm semi-simulator moments that I've gotten with other games, while this is technically more realistic it's not intuitive, it's buggy, slow and I just cannot go 10 minutes without something making me just have to stop, collect my thoughts and just try and figure an issue out which in the end just makes me quit and load up BAMVR.”
  • music33 mentions

    The music in the game is described as a fun and immersive backdrop that enhances the casual gameplay experience, often enjoyed alongside personal playlists. While some players appreciate the soundtrack's ability to complement the game's silly themes, others note that it can be minimal or occasionally mismatched with the action. Overall, the music serves as an enjoyable element that supports the lighthearted nature of the game, making it ideal for relaxed play sessions.

    • “I love shooting AKs while listening to Touhou music 😎”
    • “It's just a great casual game to boot up, play some music in the background, and just mess around on some of the ranges.”
    • “Putting some music on in the background and getting some practice in doesn't get old.”
    • “It's the absolute most bare-bones behavior possible to make the mode function, and it reduces what could actually be a genuinely incredible game to something where you're just going to listen to music and passively score attack.”
    • “It'll be a good game for when you're drinking a beer or enjoying other substances and listening to music, but it really offers anyone looking for an in-depth experience absolutely nothing.”
    • “The soundtrack during some minigames is fairly minimal (but better than nothing).”
  • emotional20 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a strong sense of community and developer engagement, with players praising the wholesome nature of the developer, Anton, and the heartfelt updates that enhance the gaming experience. Users express feelings of patriotism, enjoyment, and a unique connection to the game's mechanics, which contribute to an immersive and supportive environment. Overall, the game fosters a positive emotional connection through its content and the dedication of its developers.

    • “Emotional support game.”
    • “It's just a wholesome game, the dev is super nice and has a great beard (luv you Anton), and is generally just great.”
    • “It's a unique interactive experience for wholesome firearm enthusiasts made by a designer who I have immense respect for.”
  • monetization19 mentions

    The monetization model of the game is highly praised for its transparency and fairness, as players receive constant free content updates without any microtransactions or additional paid content beyond the initial purchase. This approach stands in stark contrast to many contemporary titles that rely on exploitative practices, making it a refreshing experience for users who appreciate a game that prioritizes quality and community engagement over profit. Overall, the developer's commitment to avoiding cash grabs has garnered significant appreciation from the player base.

    • “You easily get what you pay for as-is but get constant free content updates and there are no microtransactions or paid content beyond the initial entry fee.”
    • “There are tons of game modes, frequent updates, and no microtransactions.”
    • “In today's cash grab of incessant non-stop paywalls and DLC, this is a breath of fresh air.”
    • “Honest in that it doesn't ask you for loot boxes, microtransactions, and other exploitive nonsense that AAA games seem to fall over for.”
    • “The developer of this game is very in touch with his community and does not go on mad cash grabs.”
  • atmosphere12 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is characterized by a playful and lighthearted tone, blending eerie settings with humorous elements, such as zombie hotdogs and quirky voicelines. Players appreciate the unique atmospheres of various maps, from winter wastelands to whimsical scenarios, creating an inviting and communal experience that balances fun with engaging gameplay. Overall, the game successfully combines serious weapon simulation with a comical twist, making it accessible and enjoyable for a wide audience.

    • “The best part is H3VR does all of this and more with a comical and joking atmosphere; there's no need for immersive gameplay and a serious story when you can dump a full 30-round magazine into a hotdog-man with the touch of a few buttons!”
    • “H3VR features a wide selection of scenarios from simple indoor and outdoor target ranges to horror-themed roguelites, zombie survival, take-and-hold endless modes, and even a western adventure, all with a fun tongue-in-cheek atmosphere that nearly everyone can enjoy.”
    • “The atmosphere of the winter wasteland is really eerie, creating a strange mixture of 'McCabe and Mrs. Miller' and a Simon Stålenhag work.”
    • “The game doesn't take itself too seriously, creating a juxtaposition between heavily realistic simulated firearms and giant 6'5" sentient wieners.”
    • “Anton is the sole reason we have such an inviting, communal atmosphere in this game, and purchasing this title will bring you into that sphere.”
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Play time

44hMedian play time
136hAverage play time
12-175hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 60 analyzed playthroughs

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