OVERTURN

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Overturn is a first-person shooter action-puzzle adventure game for Oculus Rift and HTC Vive. Players, who wake up in a futuristic laboratory with no memory, must escape and uncover the truth alongside a mysterious girl named Magi. The game features a variety of weapons and a tight combat system, taking players through a dangerous fantasy world filled with towering bosses and an engaging story.

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

53%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

story5 positive mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a timeless aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
It offers immersive gameplay with a mix of action, puzzles, and a companion mechanic that adds depth to the combat.
The game introduces new elements and challenges as you progress, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging.

The controls can be frustrating, with issues like lack of smooth turning and awkward movement mechanics that can lead to discomfort.
Many players feel the game is incomplete or buggy, with reports of glitches and a lack of guidance in certain levels.
Some users experienced nausea and discomfort while playing, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.

story
9 mentions
56 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its straightforwardness and engaging elements, while others criticize it as shallow and cliché. Despite its simplicity, many find the narrative interesting and worth exploring, especially as it unfolds through the gameplay. Overall, the story enhances the action and keeps players invested, with some surprises along the way.
- “The story is interesting and it's worthwhile getting to the end, so I'm not gonna spoil any of it.”
- “The story was fun to take part in, and was actually surprising.”
- “Some people say that this game has a very shallow storyline, I say hold your words until you go further.”
- “Some people say that this game has a very shallow storyline; I say hold your words until you go further.”
- “It's your typical weak and cliché story where you wake up with no memory.”
graphics
7 mentions
86 % positive mentions
-29 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beauty and optimization, contributing to a timeless aesthetic and immersive atmosphere. While the lighting and overall visual design are highlighted as exceptional, some users noted minor graphical bugs and the absence of full-body shadows as areas for improvement. Overall, the visuals enhance the exploration and puzzle-solving experience, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The beautiful graphic style makes it timeless.”
- “Exploration and light puzzle solving show off the beautiful graphics in the world.”
- “The graphics are amazing, a very well-made game - great VR experience, would highly recommend it!”
- “There are some graphical bugs here and there if you are nitpicking.”
- “The graphics are quite poor and lack detail.”
- “The overall visual presentation feels outdated and uninspired.”
gameplay
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Gameplay features mechanics that require some initial adjustment, but players find satisfaction in mastering them over time. While the early levels may not seem engaging, the experience improves significantly as players progress, with micromanagement of powers adding depth to the overall gameplay.
- “Some of the mechanics take some getting used to gameplay-wise, but with practice, you get the hang of them, and then it's really satisfying to clean house with the enemies when you get good at it.”
- “This game might not seem fun at the start if you only watched the gameplay of the first level, but let me tell you, with every new level, it gets better and better.”
- “You will also have to micromanage her powers, which adds a lot to the depth of the gameplay.”
- “This game might not seem fun at the start, if you only watched the gameplay of the first level, but let me tell you, with every new level it gets better and better.”
- “You will also have to micromanage her powers, which adds to the depth of the gameplay by a lot.”
emotional
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express a sense of vulnerability and concern regarding their emotional interactions, highlighting the impact of their actions on others and the desire for mutual understanding in emotional exchanges.
- “I hope she took my reactions to her touching in a positive way.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me.”
- “I was moved to tears by the storyline and the relationships between the characters.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are highly optimized, with many users praising them as some of the best in recent releases.
- “The graphics are super optimized; it's one of the nicest I've seen so far.”
- “The game runs incredibly smoothly, showcasing excellent optimization.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized for different hardware configurations.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics and lighting create a strong atmospheric experience, though some users noted that the shadows only depict the headset and hands, suggesting a desire for a more immersive full-body shadow effect.
- “The graphics are stunning and create a truly immersive atmosphere, with the lighting being exceptionally well done.”
- “The overall ambiance of the game is captivating, drawing players into its world with rich details and a hauntingly beautiful environment.”
- “The atmospheric design is remarkable, making every moment feel alive and engaging, enhancing the overall gaming experience.”