Punch Bomb
- December 13, 2016
- Chris Folea
Get on Steam"Punch Bomb" is a virtual reality arcade game that lets you wield motion controllers as fists to punch bombs away from you before they explode. In Grav Bomb mode, prevent the bomb from passing you while dodging obstacles and fighting bosses. Unlock new fists with unique particle effects, use powerups, and aim for high scores on global leaderboards. Have fun and punch things!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Punch Bomb offers a highly addictive and satisfying gameplay experience, providing a great workout while keeping players engaged with its fun mechanics.
- The game features impressive presentation and customization options, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
- Despite being in early access, the game feels polished and solid, with a fun gameplay loop that encourages players to return and improve their scores.
- The classic mode can be frustrating due to an unforgiving scoring system and a lack of intensity, which may deter some players from enjoying the experience.
- Some gameplay mechanics, such as the punch detection and target spawning, can feel wonky and disorienting, impacting the overall precision and enjoyment.
- There are limited modes available currently, and players have expressed a desire for more content and improvements, particularly in the classic mode.
- gameplay14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a fun and addictive loop that provides a solid workout, though many players find the mechanics overly simplistic and lacking in challenge. Suggestions for improvement include adding rhythmic music and dynamic boss fights to enhance engagement. Overall, while the gameplay is effective in a VR context, it may not hold the same appeal outside of it.
“The developer nailed a fun gameplay loop.”
“It's a good workout and has very addictive game mechanics.”
“No way to pause gameplay.”
“Incredibly simple mechanics that wouldn't be all that exciting outside of VR, but as it is, it just works.”
“I think the 'classic game' needs music to the rhythm of the punches to make it more enjoyable to do the workout or maybe boss fights that change up the mechanics in between rounds.”
- music6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered average, with some players opting to disable it in favor of their own playlists. There is a desire for more rhythmic music that aligns with gameplay mechanics, particularly during workouts and boss fights, to enhance the overall experience.
“I put on some workout jams in my Steam music player and let myself get into the groove of rapidly identifying bombs and swinging away.”
“Honestly, I think the 'classic game' needs music to the rhythm of the punches to make it more enjoyable to do the workout or maybe boss fights that change up the mechanics in between rounds.”
“Music is just okay (can be disabled).”
“The music doesn't really enhance the experience; it feels lackluster and uninspired.”
