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.
Reviews
- The game has a lot of potential and offers a unique VR stealth experience that is currently lacking in the market.
- Players have noted that the mechanics and gameplay are enjoyable, with a good tutorial and immersive elements.
- The developers are active and engaged with the community, showing promise for future updates and improvements.
- The game is plagued with bugs and technical issues, including unresponsive controls and AI that can see through walls.
- Currently, there is very little content, with only one map and repetitive missions, leading to a lack of replayability.
- The game feels unfinished and has been abandoned by the developers, leaving players feeling disappointed and frustrated.
- story25 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 12 % 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 compelling narrative. While the introduction features high production values and a creative atmosphere, 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.”
- gameplay21 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of opinions, with some praising the core mechanics, particularly the stealth and shooting elements, while others criticize the simplistic level design and poorly implemented resource placements. Many users note the presence of bugs and a lack of content, but express optimism for future improvements as the game is still in early access. Overall, the gameplay shows potential but requires significant refinement to enhance player 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.”
- stability7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many users acknowledging the presence of bugs and glitches typical of early access titles. While some appreciate the charm and potential of the experience despite these issues, others express concern over foundational gameplay mechanics and the overall polish. Overall, players seem willing to overlook the instability for now, given the game's developmental stage.
“Yes, despite all the warnings and a voice-over message about being in development 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.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % 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 the presence of visual glitches, such as flashing textures and poor lighting. Many players express a desire for enhanced graphical settings to improve the overall aesthetic experience.
“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. I was constantly able to see through the level and experienced flashing textures, etc.”
“- 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.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game received mixed reviews; while some players found the graphics and performance acceptable for larger maps, others experienced significant issues such as visual glitches and subpar performance that detracted from their gameplay experience.
“The graphics and performance seem decently optimized for jam-packed and larger-sized maps.”
“The graphics and performance seem decently optimized for jam-packed and larger-sized maps.”
“Performance wasn't the greatest, but that could have just been me.”
“I had to stop after dying on my first mission; the performance was just not up to par, especially for the visuals. I constantly experienced issues like seeing through the level and flashing textures.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its excellence and nostalgic feel, reminiscent of classic titles like Splinter Cell. Players appreciate how the soundtrack enhances the overall experience, particularly during heist sequences, contributing to an engaging atmosphere.
“It feels good to play, it looks good, and the music actually stood out to me as rather excellent. It's got a good tutorial and so on.”
“The constant music during the heist adds to the excitement.”
“The music is pretty good and feels reminiscent of old-school Splinter Cell.”
“The constant music during the heist becomes overwhelming and distracting.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The music doesn't match the intensity of the gameplay, leading to a disjointed experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusingly quirky behavior of the guards, which provides a lighthearted contrast to the otherwise serious and beautifully crafted sci-fi narrative. Despite some rough AI interactions, players find the comedic elements enjoyable and engaging.
“I can overlook the rough and odd AI behavior of the funny guards, especially after an excitingly beautiful introduction with a serious story in an agent-themed sci-fi ambiance.”
“The humor in this game is spot on, making even the most intense moments feel light-hearted and enjoyable.”
“I love how the witty dialogue and quirky characters keep me laughing throughout the game, adding a unique charm to the experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the game to have high replayability due to its engaging mechanics and varied content, which encourage multiple playthroughs. The replay value is enhanced by different choices, outcomes, and challenges that keep the experience fresh. Overall, many users appreciate the incentive to return to the game after completing it.
“The game offers incredible replay value, with multiple endings and choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
“I love how every decision I make changes the outcome, encouraging me to replay the game to explore different paths.”
“With various character builds and strategies, I find myself coming back to this game time and time again.”
“The game lacks significant replay value, as once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
“After finishing the game, I found that the choices I made didn't really change the outcome, which diminished its replayability.”
“While the gameplay is enjoyable, the absence of varied endings or side quests makes it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
