Octoshield VR

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Octoshield VR is a single player sport game. It was developed by Liana Pigeot and was released on June 14, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Octoshield VR is a rhythm-based game where you play as a virtual octopus using motion controls to shield yourself from incoming projectiles. With a variety of songs and difficulty levels, it offers an engaging and active VR experience for players who enjoy music and quick reflexes. The game features vibrant visuals and a lively atmosphere, making it an enjoyable choice for both casual and experienced VR gamers.

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Single-Player

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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game offers high-intensity action and a unique shield-throwing mechanic that provides a distinct gameplay experience.
It's a great workout, with players reporting significant physical engagement and calorie burning while playing.
The visuals and physics are good enough to create an immersive experience, and the game has potential for fun with its arcade-style gameplay.

The game has not been updated since July 2016, leading many to believe it is abandoned and lacks future content.
There are issues with VR positioning and accuracy when throwing the shield, which can be frustrating for players.
The gameplay can become repetitive after a short time, with some players feeling it lacks depth and variety.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
21%
The gameplay is considered fair, with a solid core mechanic that shows potential for improvement, especially as the game is still in early access. However, players find it challenging to achieve accuracy, and the overall experience feels incomplete compared to more polished titles like Space Pirate Trainer. A demo is available for those interested, allowing players to explore the mechanics before committing to a purchase.
- “Download the demo, it's free and has all the game mechanics in it.”
- “Now that the core gameplay is sweet, I can only hope the dev can add in some content to keep things interesting, but in any case, this is a good investment.”
- “It's in early access at the time of writing, so the mechanics might change as well, possibly improved.”
- “My main issue is it's very hard to be accurate, this and any other games that have a frisbee style mechanic.”
- “In the end, this is just a variant of Space Pirate Trainer, which is a much more complete game (even though it's also early access), both in visuals and gameplay.”
- “With that said, I'd still consider the gameplay worth £3.99 in its current state, but loathed to recommend since the developer has effectively put two fingers up at us.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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34%
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The graphics are considered decent, with realistic physics, but the game is still in early access and lacks polished assets and content. Comparisons to more complete titles, like Space Pirate Trainer, highlight the need for further development in both visuals and gameplay.
- “The visuals are good enough and the physics feel realistic.”
- “The game will be in early access for at least a month, until it has proper assets (sound, graphics), as well as more content.”
- “In the end, this is just a variant of Space Pirate Trainer, which is a much more complete game (even though it's also early access), both in visuals and gameplay.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, reflecting a broader trend in the VR market from 2016 that prioritizes profit over player experience.
- “This is simply part of the 'great VR cash grab' of 2016.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is initially subtle but becomes increasingly engaging, leading to moments of chaotic fun that elicit genuine laughter as players navigate intense gameplay.
- “Slow to start, but by wave 16, I was constantly ducking and weaving while lobbing my shield like a maniac and laughing my ass off.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have reported feeling physically unwell due to the constant spinning in "Holopoint," which detracted from their emotional experience. However, some noted that the predictable movement of enemies during intense moments provided a sense of stability amidst the chaos.