Panther VR
- June 16, 2020
- Wolfdog Interactive
Get on Steam"Panther VR" is a stealth-focused virtual reality game set in a future ruled by corporations. As a member of the "Guild," an international organization of master thieves, players take on contracts to steal top-secret prototypes and artifacts from secure locations. The game offers a variety of weapons and gadgets to assist in stealthy infiltration or loud and chaotic approaches. Currently, there is no support for Windows Mixed Reality, but a fix is in the works for a future update.
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus VR
Windows Mixed Reality
Reviews
- The game has a lot of potential and offers a unique VR stealth experience that is reminiscent of classic titles like Splinter Cell.
- Players have noted that the game is fun and engaging, with a good tutorial and immersive mechanics that can lead to creative gameplay.
- The developers are active and responsive, showing commitment to improving the game and adding new content in the future.
- The game is currently plagued by numerous bugs, including issues with controls, AI behavior, and game-breaking glitches that hinder gameplay.
- Many players feel that the game is incomplete, with limited content, only one map, and simplistic mechanics that lead to repetitive gameplay.
- The development team has disbanded, leaving the game's future uncertain and leading to concerns about whether it will receive necessary updates and improvements.
- story50 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 90 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, with players noting that it consists of only a few bland missions without a cohesive narrative. While the introduction features high production values and an engaging sci-fi theme, the overall experience is marred by repetitive gameplay and a lack of meaningful world-building. Some players express hope that future updates will introduce a more developed storyline, but currently, the game feels incomplete and unsatisfying in this aspect.
“It feels it has high production value elements, such as voice overs, a very creative looking UI, and interactive elements shining especially during the intro story of the game.”
“I can ignore facing very rough and odd AI behavior of the funny guards, even after an excitingly beautiful introduction with a serious story in an agent-themed sci-fi ambiance.”
“No story.”
“Just 4 bland missions of increasing difficulty (more guards, more cameras, less resources).”
“For what I've heard and seen, the devs are constantly trying to add and refine more things along the way and eventually add a storyline, though that might take a long time.”
- gameplay42 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of potential and frustration; while some players appreciate the core mechanics, particularly the stealth and shooting elements, many criticize the simplistic level design, generic maps, and poor resource placement that hinder overall enjoyment. The game, still in early access, shows promise with its non-linear approach and fun mechanics, but is marred by bugs and a lack of content, leading to a stilted experience. Overall, there is optimism for future improvements, but significant issues need addressing for a more engaging gameplay experience.
“This game is awesome, the mechanics are there and I can't wait to see what they add to this.”
“However, the core gameplay is really fun.”
“On the whole, I love the visual style and vibe, love the mechanics and non-linear approach to infiltration, and I'm very excited to see this game grow and evolve!”
“It's basically a very generic map with very odd placements of resources that make the gameplay stilted.”
“It has simplistic stealth mechanics and level design, hardly any content, and basically no reactivity or room for creativity in the world.”
“The problem with the game is that the core gameplay, shooting and looting, is so badly implemented.”
- stability14 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is currently experiencing significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches affecting gameplay, particularly in weapon handling and physics. While some players appreciate the charm and potential of the game despite these flaws, many express concern over the developers' apparent lack of attention to foundational VR game mechanics. Overall, the consensus is that while the game is playable, it remains in a rough state typical of early access titles.
“Yes, despite all the warnings and a voice-over message about being in under development in order for you to excuse the bugs and odd glitches, there is no clue that the developers care about the simple foundational priorities of a typical VR game.”
“The guns are buggy and break from just inserting a magazine or priming them.”
“The game is quite buggy at the moment and is lacking in content; however, the game is still early in development.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are a mixed bag; while some users praise the visuals and performance on larger maps, others criticize the lack of graphical options and optimization issues, such as visible level geometry and flashing textures. Many players express disappointment over the simplistic lighting and absence of dynamic shadows, calling for more advanced graphical settings to enhance the experience. Overall, the game's graphics show promise but require significant improvements to meet player expectations.
“Looks and sounds totally promising, a very nice attempt in the stealth genre with cool and performant graphics.”
“Graphics and performance seem decently optimized for jam-packed and larger-sized maps.”
“Visuals are great.”
“I had to stop after dying on my first mission, the performance was just not up to par, especially for the visuals, constantly being able to see through the level and flashing textures.”
“- Baked lighting everywhere, no real shadows, everything looks plain and shadeless. At least for PC users, give us the option to enable better graphical settings like emission, reflections, global illumination, dynamic shadows, etc.”
“- No graphical settings, no audio settings, basic movement and rotational controller settings.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game received mixed reviews. While some users noted that graphics and performance were decent for larger maps, others experienced significant issues, including visual glitches and subpar performance that detracted from gameplay.
“I had to stop after dying on my first mission; the performance was just not up to par, especially for the visuals. I constantly saw through the level and experienced flashing textures, etc.”
“Performance wasn't the greatest, but that could have just been me.”
“Graphics and performance seem decently optimized for jam-packed and larger-sized maps.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its excellence, with many players noting that it enhances the overall experience and evokes a nostalgic feel reminiscent of old-school titles like Splinter Cell. The constant musical presence during heists adds to the immersive atmosphere, making it a standout feature.
“The music actually stood out to me as rather excellent; it feels good to play and looks good too.”
“The constant music during heists adds to the excitement and atmosphere.”
“The music is pretty good and gives off an old-school Splinter Cell vibe.”
“The constant music during the heist is overwhelming and distracting.”
“The repetitive music in the heist takes away from the overall experience.”
“The non-stop music during the heist makes it hard to focus on the gameplay.”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is primarily derived from the quirky and amusing behavior of the guards, which contrasts with the serious narrative and sci-fi setting. Players find this comedic element enjoyable enough to overlook some of the game's rougher AI aspects.
“The humor in the game is delightful, especially with the quirky behavior of the guards that adds a lighthearted touch to the serious storyline.”
“I love how the game balances its serious themes with hilarious moments, particularly the funny antics of the guards.”
“The combination of a captivating story and the amusing interactions with the guards makes for a uniquely entertaining experience.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently highlight the strong replay value of the game, indicating that it offers engaging content and varied experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs.
“The game offers incredible replay value, with multiple paths and endings that keep you coming back for more.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the diverse choices and character interactions, making it highly replayable.”
“With various difficulty levels and unlockable content, the replay value is off the charts!”
