Pierhead Arcade 2
- August 5, 2021
- Mechabit
Get on Steam"Pierhead Arcade 2" is a VR game where players can enjoy over 30 classic arcade games in 3 different rooms, with unlimited tokens and the ability to earn tickets for prizes in the gift shop. The game supports single player and online/LAN multiplayer, and is compatible with all major VR headsets. A free DLC room is available for owners of the first "Pierhead Arcade" game. Customizable avatars and trailer music by Dj Quads add to the experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a wide variety of arcade mini-games, including claw machines and coin pushers, providing a nostalgic arcade experience.
- Physics are generally well-implemented, making the gameplay feel realistic and enjoyable, especially in multiplayer settings.
- The developer is responsive to community feedback, regularly releasing updates and improvements, which enhances the overall experience.
- Many games suffer from bugs and physics issues, such as problems with object interaction and collision detection, which can hinder gameplay.
- The game lacks some features from the original, such as smooth locomotion and camera rotation, making navigation less intuitive.
- Some players feel that the game should have been released as a DLC for the first title rather than a standalone sequel, citing a lack of depth in certain mini-games.
- story22 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 86 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is noted to be lacking, with players expressing a desire for a more defined narrative or end goal. While the gameplay is generally enjoyable and functional across platforms, the absence of a compelling storyline detracts from the overall experience.
“Maybe if they made some sort of storyline or end goal.”
- stability14 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag; while many glitches have been addressed and it generally runs smoothly, several users still report persistent bugs, particularly with specific games like air hockey. The ongoing patches from the developer show commitment to improvement, but the overall experience is marred by the feeling that the game lacks sufficient content and polish, leading some to suggest it should have been an expansion rather than a standalone title.
“Still somewhat buggy, but the developer is patching it all the time.”
“However, currently there is not enough content; a few of the games are buggy, and the overall feel is that it should just be an addon/DLC to the original game as opposed to a new game completely.”
“Ok, so I loved the first game, but this game is far too buggy at the moment to recommend.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging and competitive nature, making it an ideal pick-up-and-play experience, especially after addressing previous concerns from early access. While most content can be unlocked quickly, some mechanics feel outdated compared to current VR standards. Overall, it successfully combines fun vibes with a competitive edge, despite some lingering issues.
“This is my VR game of the year based on vibes alone. It got out of early access this year and addressed prior mechanic concerns that reviewers had, making it a perfect pickup and play experience while also maintaining a competitive spirit in the scoreboards (I'm top 5 in stacker/pileup as of now).”
“Will say some of the games are locked behind progression, but most everything can be unlocked within the first hour of gameplay.”
“They got a lot of feedback on gameplay issues and didn't quit.”
“The biggest drawback is a lot of the mechanics found here are simply outdated now in 2021 VR.”
“Will say some of the games are locked behind progression but most everything can be unlocked within the first hour of gameplay.”
“Similar to the original in mechanics.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with users noting minor issues such as unsynchronized audio and lingering music from arcade machines after gameplay ends. Despite these flaws, players appreciate the skill-based physics games, particularly enjoying the music keyboard experience. Overall, while the music adds to the atmosphere, technical inconsistencies detract from the overall enjoyment.
“I like the skill-based physics games over the games of chance; my favorite was the music keyboard experience.”
“It's nothing major, it's stuff like particles not being synced, arcade machine music still going on after they ended, that one arcade machine where you throw a ball at tiles not registering hits and some other small things.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is generally well-received, with many praising its enjoyable and entertaining qualities. However, some users express a desire for a more vibrant, arcade-like environment featuring darker settings and neon elements to enhance the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is alright but not the best. I would love for it to be more arcade-like, with black carpet and neon confetti, and it should be a little darker with lights going around.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics received mixed feedback; while some users appreciated the visuals as "nice," others felt that the game appeared less appealing compared to its predecessor.
“Graphics are nice”
“Graphics are nice”
“I don't know about graphics, but this game feels much uglier than the first one.”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with many users highlighting its fun and entertaining nature, particularly when played with friends.
“A hilarious game to enjoy with friends!”
“This game is packed with humor, making it a blast to play with friends!”
“A truly funny experience that brings friends together!”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is often hindered by frustrating control mechanics, which can detract from the player's immersion and connection to the experience. Users express that the overly sensitive or rigid controls create a barrier to fully engaging with the game's emotional narrative.
- monetization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its fair monetization model, as it features no microtransactions and allows players to enjoy the experience without feeling exploited. This approach contributes to a more genuine and enjoyable gameplay experience.
“This game allows players to enjoy the experience without feeling pressured by microtransactions, making it truly fun.”
“The absence of microtransactions means that the game feels fair and enjoyable, allowing players to focus on the gameplay.”
“With no rigged mechanics or microtransactions, this game provides a genuine and enjoyable experience.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently praise the game for its high replayability, noting that it offers great fun and engaging content that encourages multiple playthroughs. Many users report enjoying the experience without encountering significant bugs, further enhancing their willingness to revisit the game.
“This game is fantastic and I really cannot recommend it highly enough. It's very well made, great fun, and offers a ton of replayability. After 8 hours of play, I have not experienced any of the bugs mentioned in other reviews.”
“This game is fantastic and I really cannot recommend it highly enough. It's very well made, great fun, and offers a ton of replayability. After 8 hours of play, I have not experienced any of the bugs mentioned in other reviews.”
