- March 17, 2017
- Hyper Light Studios
- 2h median play time
Hover Skate VR
Platforms
About
"Hover Skate VR is a physics-based hoverboard simulator for VR, allowing players to perform over 250 flip and grind tricks in up to 4-player multiplayer mode. Explore 4 skate locations, complete challenges, and unlock new boards and shoes in the skate shop. The game includes a training mode, skill rankings, and replay/GIF capture features."





- The game shows lots of promise and has innovative mechanics that could appeal to skaters.
- Challenging gameplay that rewards skill and practice, making it satisfying to land difficult tricks.
- The graphics and UI are polished, and the game has potential for future updates and improvements.
- The controls are confusing and difficult to master, leading to frustration for players.
- The game is plagued by bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as disappearing boards and unresponsive mechanics.
- Many players find the levels too short and the overall experience lacking in depth and enjoyment.
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe gameplay has potential, particularly with the board-flipping and grinding mechanics, but it suffers from limited play spaces and movement options, which hinder exploration. Users express a desire for improved movement mechanics, including a rotation feature for the board and a slow-motion option to alleviate nausea. Overall, while there are some promising elements, significant improvements are needed for a more enjoyable experience.
“+ flip and grind mechanics are great considering the early access stage.”
“The board-flipping mechanic needs some work, but it kind of works.”
“I want to use the movement mechanics to rotate my board rather than strafe.”
“I absolutely have nothing positive to say about the gameplay.”