MudRunner VR

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MudRunner VR is a single player racing game. It was developed by Saber Interactive Inc. and was released on October 23, 2024. It received neutral reviews from players.

The Ultimate Off-Road Experience In VR - Face the challenges of harsh weather and terrain in fully immersive VR for the first time! Tackle treacherous mud, fierce rivers, rocky paths, and more, to reach your goals. 8 Unique All-Terrain Vehicles—Vary your playstyle by stepping into 8 unique vehicles, each with distinct attributes, including flatbeds, repair modules, log carriers and more! Explore…

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Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

emotional2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a highly immersive experience with detailed vehicle controls and interactions, making it feel realistic.
Many players find the gameplay enjoyable, especially for fans of off-roading and driving simulations.
The hand tracking feature on Quest 3 enhances the experience, allowing for intuitive control without needing to hold controllers in the air.

The game suffers from significant bugs and performance issues, making it unplayable for some users, especially on PC.
There is no support for racing wheels, which frustrates players who expect this feature in a driving game.
Controls can be janky and unresponsive, leading to a frustrating experience when trying to navigate the terrain.

story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is primarily quest-based, offering a structured narrative that players find engaging, though it is marred by technical issues and control bugs that can lead to frustration. While some players appreciate the interactive elements and the variety of missions, others feel that the execution falls short compared to traditional gaming experiences. Overall, the story mode is seen as decent, with potential for enjoyment despite the game's instability and janky controls.
- “Edit: I've finished the main story after 6 hours and it looks like there is a lot more (missions in free play).”
- “I like how interactive the game is, and that you get a new truck almost every mission that has different sets of controls.”
- “However, it does seem to be primarily a story game with some extras tacked on.”
- “Well, there's a story mode, and as of the time of me writing this review, I have completed half of it; it's okay.”
- “It's very quest-based rather than sandbox and freedom.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews; while some players report solid performance on higher-end systems, others experience significant issues such as glitches, poor visual smoothness, and discomfort during gameplay. Many users highlight a lack of polish and specific optimization problems, particularly in VR settings, indicating that further improvements are needed.
- “It also optimized insanely well, and looks pretty good.”
- “Performance according to VD overlay is rock solid (as you would expect from a 3060 Ti on medium settings), however visually it is far from smooth, especially when using smooth locomotion; I suspect this may be an issue with the game itself.”
- “I think it lacks polish and optimization.”
- “First of all, PC optimization is bad; there is some kind of strange space warp effect when you move that shouldn't be there.”
- “Though it is a bit glitchy at times and seems to be pretty poorly optimized.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally considered acceptable for a VR title, with some users noting that they are not particularly impressive and may feel more suited for lower-end hardware like the Quest 2 rather than high-end PC VR setups. While the performance is stable on higher settings, the terrain design can be confusing and frustrating, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Graphics is alright for a VR title, runs well on high settings with a 3070.”
- “The graphics are okay!”
- “Overall, the graphics are not mind-blowing, but they contribute to a lot of fun!”
- “It has a lot of potential, but everything doesn't respond to your movement, and the diff lock breaks your whole truck while you just want to use it for 1 second, which makes it very annoying. Plus, the graphics were made for Quest 2 and not PC VR.”
- “Performance is a bit of a disappointment too; the graphics are not too complex.”
- “Well yes, the graphics are okay and not mind-blowing. Also, the different terrain types are somewhat confusing and seem to be illogical frustrating mud patches.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has received significant criticism for its stability, with many users reporting frequent crashes, freezing issues, and buggy controls, rendering it largely unplayable. Despite some players' fondness for the series, the overwhelming consensus is that the game's technical problems severely hinder the overall experience.
- “Dude, I love the MudRunner games and have been playing since Spintires, but this game is unplayable. Every time I try to play, it freezes and crashes. I have plenty of PC for this game.”
- “Game is extremely buggy and unplayable.”
- “Edit: I'm refunding the game; it's a bit buggy and not very fun.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report mixed emotional experiences with the game, noting that while the motion controls for steering can alleviate feelings of nausea, the overall performance issues have led to discomfort and queasiness, detracting from the immersive experience.
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features trucks reminiscent of MudRunner, but it diverges significantly in mechanics and overall experience.
- “The game features trucks similar to those in MudRunner, but the gameplay offers a unique experience.”
- “The mechanics are intuitive and engaging, making every session enjoyable.”
- “The variety of challenges keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting.”
- “It has the trucks from MudRunner, but the gameplay is not similar.”
- “The controls feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate.”
- “The missions are repetitive and lack variety, leading to a dull experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when using vehicles without 4WD, as navigating muddy sections in a rear-wheel-drive sedan can be frustrating and slow, especially during the early campaign/tutorial stages.
- “As with other MudRunner games, using anything without 4WD is very tedious. The first few parts of the campaign/tutorial in a RWD sedan while navigating through muddy sections is incredibly frustrating.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the grinding mechanics to be overly tedious, often feeling like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”