MarksmanVR
- September 19, 2017
- Jaemoon Choi
Get on Steam"MarksmanVR" is an immersive archery defense game set in a medieval environment, where you must fend off hordes of enemies with plausible projectile physics. The game features intuitive bow mechanics, boss battles at the end of each chapter, and combinational skills to aid in combat. Enemies range from medieval warriors to fantasy monsters, providing a wide variety of challenges for players.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features good graphics and satisfying gameplay, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
- The mechanics of avoiding enemy attacks add a level of challenge and engagement, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game has a lot of potential with active developers, and many players find it to be a hidden gem among VR archery titles.
- The bow and arrow mechanics are frustratingly difficult to use, often requiring multiple attempts to nock an arrow properly.
- There is a lack of movement options, as players cannot move freely or use teleportation, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The game suffers from repetitive voice work and enemy encounters, which can detract from immersion and enjoyment.
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their quality, especially in comparison to older titles in the genre, with some users noting that they are among the best for archery VR games. However, there are reports of random frame rate drops and a lack of customizable graphic options, which could detract from the overall experience. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience.
“The graphics look good from what I have seen so far, and with improvements, this could be a new favorite.”
“Not only are the graphics better in this game, but the gameplay is satisfying and challenging, without it being too frustrating.”
“By far, I think this is the best graphics archery VR game as shown in the trailer.”
“I'm very, very late to PC VR and clearly bow mechanics and graphics have leaped forward since this game.”
“I also experienced some random frame rate drops with no way to change any graphic options.”
“There are many archery games out there; however, many of them have old-school graphics that look like they belong in the early 2000s, and those games were not persuasive enough to put a 1.5lb HMD on my head.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight significant issues with the bow mechanics, which many find frustrating and lacking compared to more recent titles. Players also note repetitive enemy encounters and voice work, contributing to a monotonous experience. While some appreciate the challenge and improvements made through updates, the absence of a tutorial and the awkwardness of the bow aiming detract from overall satisfaction.
“Not only are the graphics better in this game, but the gameplay is satisfying and challenging, without it being too frustrating.”
“The game doesn't have a tutorial, but starts you right away with a helper line to get you used to the bow/aiming mechanic.”
“I'm very, very late to PC VR and clearly bow mechanics and graphics have leaped forward since this game.”
“I was really hoping to avoid buying a pricier archery game, but the mechanics here are seriously lacking and the foes and voice work are repetitive and monotonous.”
“It becomes extremely frustrating messing with the arrow/bow mechanic while getting quickly overrun by enemies, especially in some levels where you are placed way too close to the action.”
“I really don't like the bow mechanics as the bow and hand don't quite meet right (although the update helped a lot and I hope to see more improvements).”
