Quell 4D

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Quell 4D is a single player shooter game. It was developed by Rubycone and was released on October 14, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Quell 4D," play as Murderman, a ruthless veteran on a mission to eradicate mutated gene experiments with the help of Mucus, his slime beast friend. Wield six unique weapons to annihilate various enemies, from Ratfoxes to Necro Beefcakes, and face off against challenging bosses in frenetic bullet hell combat. Your country depends on your ruthless efficiency: exterminate the enemy threat in The Lagoreatory.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 83 reviews

graphics15 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a nostalgic art style and gameplay reminiscent of classic shooters like Doom and Wolfenstein, providing a fun and engaging experience.
The level design is well-crafted, with varied enemy types and a good challenge that ramps up as players progress through the game.
The game has a unique locomotion system that, while unconventional, allows for a different kind of movement experience in VR, and many players find it enjoyable despite some initial adjustment.

The movement system can induce severe motion sickness for many players, making it difficult to enjoy the game for extended periods.
The controls can feel clunky and imprecise, leading to frustration during gameplay, especially when trying to aim or navigate through levels.
The game lacks a teleportation option, which could help alleviate motion sickness and provide a more comfortable experience for players who are sensitive to VR movement.

graphics
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a simple, retro art style reminiscent of 1990s shooters like Doom and Wolfenstein 3D, which many players find charming and fitting for the gameplay. While some reviewers noted occasional graphical glitches and framerate stutters, the overall aesthetic is praised for its colorful design and clean visuals that enhance the immersive experience. The simplicity of the graphics allows for smooth performance, making it a solid choice for VR gaming enthusiasts who appreciate a nostalgic look.
- “The graphics are very pleasant to the eye, enemy types are varied and provide different strategies, the control style is very easy to use, and quite frankly this is a game that is few on the VR market.”
- “The simple colorful graphics work surprisingly well, giving the game a very distinct style that works together with the music and sound effects to pull you into this surreal world.”
- “The art style, environments, and monsters are great.”
- “The graphics are very retro and the whole game has been crafted with care.”
- “If only the most polished, modern graphics matter to you, then this game isn't for you.”
- “Beyond level 1, it breaks away from the 'enter room, kill everyone' formula and introduces well-known FPS tropes such as avoiding snipers and shooting exploding barrels; however, due to the cartoonish aesthetic, all rooms and corridors look the same.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received, with many praising its fast-paced, old-school shooter mechanics reminiscent of classic titles like Doom and Wolfenstein. While some players appreciate the retro graphics and smooth controls, others express concerns about certain movement mechanics and the lack of teleportation options. Overall, it offers a fun experience, particularly for fans of the genre, though some feel it could benefit from additional features or improvements.
- “Highly recommend this game for those looking for a fun, frantic, fast-paced shooter in the old-school style of Wolfenstein/Doom era gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is very reminiscent of Doom or Wolfenstein 3D, with a heavy emphasis on moving and dodging over taking cover during combat.”
- “This game is very fun, and the controls work well; the mechanics for motion in this VR title are very impressive.”
- “You would've thought there could be a teleport mechanic, much like Raw Data, but the movement and aiming just feels off to me.”
- “The gameplay is okay, but I really feel like for the price I would expect a lot more.”
- “Bear in mind this game does not have teleport mechanics, so if you have issues with onward-type movement, I would approach with caution.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as somewhat humorous and kooky, featuring a unique premise where players take on the role of "Mr. Murderman," a cold-blooded killer on a mission. However, the narrative struggles to balance seriousness and comedy, leading to mixed feelings about its execution. While it offers a fully fleshed-out story that lasts 5-10 hours, some players find the overall premise underwhelming and the mission structure potentially problematic.
- “In spite of all of these problems, I do feel like this could be a very entertaining throwback FPS with a somewhat humorous story.”
- “It has a fully fleshed story (5-10 hours).”
- “The story and premise are nothing to write home about either, managing to fail at taking itself seriously or being comical.”
- “While the somewhat kooky storyline and characters make the game feel like it could be fun, I have a number of problems with the game.”
- “There are VR wave-based shooters that are fine, but none that have this style of both story (which to me is something Adult Swim/Adventure Time style themed) as well as the free movement combat.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its quality, enhancing the overall experience with a cool and engaging soundtrack that complements the game's unique visuals and challenging gameplay. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's surreal atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack is also pretty great.”
- “The game is also weird, has a great soundtrack, and is challenging.”
- “The simple colorful graphics work surprisingly well, giving the game a very distinct style that works together with the music and sound effects to pull you into this surreal world.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized as quirky and crass, providing a fun and entertaining experience that enhances its nostalgic FPS elements. Players appreciate the humorous storyline and find the gameplay to be both challenging and amusing, making it a delightful gem worth discovering.
- “Hope that more people discover this humorous, quirky, polished little gem.”
- “Just simple and fun, plus it's quite funny in a crass sort of way.”
- “Difficult, funny, and a hoot to play.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its strong retro vibe, contributing to a fantastic overall atmosphere that enhances the gaming experience.
- “Great game, very retro with a fantastic atmosphere.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to frustrating level design that exacerbates the experience of dying and respawning.
- “The grinding feels endless and becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “The repetitive tasks required to progress are exhausting and take away from the overall experience.”
- “Add tedious level design on top of that, and it makes death a real drag.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, but some users have reported occasional graphical glitches and rare framerate stutters when multiple enemies appear on screen, despite the game's simple graphics.
- “I encountered several graphical glitches, and surprisingly, despite the simple graphics, the framerate stutters when many enemies are on screen, although this is rare.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and freezing, which severely impacted my gameplay experience.”