Raw Data

71%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,662 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Raw Data is a competent and well made VR FPS that suffers from a gameplay loop that drags on longer than it really should.
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"Raw Data" is a first-person shooter game that allows you to play as one of several heroes, each with unique abilities, fighting off waves of robotic enemies. The game features both a single-player campaign and co-op multiplayer modes, set in a futuristic sci-fi world. Players can use a variety of weapons, from pistols and shotguns to energy swords and bow and arrows, to defeat enemies and progress through levels.

  • PC
  • Virtual Reality
  • Windows
  • Cloud
  • NVIDIA GeForce NOW
  • Oculus VR
  • Play​Station
  • Play​Station VR
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

71%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,662 reviews
story92 positive mentions
optimization21 negative mentions
  • The game features a great variety of characters and weapons, each with unique abilities that enhance gameplay.
  • The graphics and sound design are top-notch, creating an immersive and engaging experience.
  • The gameplay is fast-paced and intense, providing a thrilling experience that keeps players on their toes.
  • The game suffers from frequent crashes and bugs, making it frustrating to play at times.
  • The difficulty spikes can be overwhelming, especially in single-player mode, making it hard to progress without a partner.
  • The storyline feels underdeveloped and the game can become repetitive after a few hours of play.
  • story351 mentions

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and immersive, while others criticize it as generic and poorly executed. Many reviewers note that the narrative often feels secondary to the gameplay, with repetitive missions and a lack of depth in character development. Overall, while some appreciate the attempt at a storyline within a wave shooter format, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, making it less enjoyable.

    • “Probably one of the best story-driven VR combat games I've played.”
    • “I absolutely adore most of the mechanics, and the story is really interesting.”
    • “The story is classic cyberpunk/science fiction, and they really nail the details of building immersion into that world.”
    • “The story is outright tone deaf.”
    • “I cannot take this game's story seriously, and I cannot enjoy the game when they ruin it with such a tone deaf story like this.”
    • “The story is just voice acting and very bland.”
  • gameplay345 mentions

    The gameplay of this title is a blend of wave and tower defense mechanics, featuring a variety of characters and abilities that enhance the experience. While many players appreciate the immersive graphics and unique mechanics, such as the ability to target specific robot body parts, the gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth over time. Additionally, technical issues like crashes and bugs have marred the experience for some, leading to mixed reviews on its overall enjoyment.

    • “Its gameplay is a mix of wave defense and tower defense where you fight off waves of increasingly tougher robots across a loosely connected story.”
    • “I do absolutely love some of this game's mechanics, one big one being that you unlock more abilities as you play, and my favorite class, where you are able to throw your laser-like sword as a boomerang that you can partly control the trajectory of mid-flight.”
    • “The gameplay is fun, balanced, and engaging, and the game really shines in multiplayer.”
    • “The gameplay is revoltingly bad.”
    • “Gameplay is not fun, repetitive garbage.”
    • “The problem is that gameplay is far too repetitive once you get the game going.”
  • graphics297 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising the stunning visuals, detailed environments, and smooth performance on high-end systems. However, some users noted issues with optimization, frame rate drops, and graphical artifacts, particularly on lower-end hardware. Overall, while the graphics are often described as impressive and immersive, they can be demanding on system resources, requiring a capable computer to fully appreciate the visual fidelity.

    • “The graphics are jaw-droppingly beautiful.”
    • “The graphics are very well done and the storyline is decent so far.”
    • “Absolutely immersive and presence-inducing, frantic action, beautiful graphics and easy to use UI.”
    • “The graphics are terrible, really boring gameplay and the price is beyond a joke. I would still refund if £6.99 looked really good in the trailer and all the hype, but so so boring and just a wave shooter. Not mentioning the massive £23.99 price which hasn't delivered much at all; the Brookhaven Experiment blows this out of the water and at only half the price and so much more polished than this, it's hard to even try to read the writing in this game.”
    • “I get a lot of frame stuttering but also bad graphics and menus and tooltips that seem to be scaled way too large and get in the way of other things.”
    • “The graphics options seem overly complicated, and under-res'd by default; making the game look very aliased/flickery.”
  • optimization100 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering and poor graphics, particularly on lower-end hardware. While some users have noted improvements since early access and found it playable on mid-range systems, others still experience severe lag and bugs that hinder gameplay. Overall, the game appears to require a powerful setup for optimal performance, and ongoing updates from developers are hoped to address these concerns.

    • “Good performance, dual-handed weapons, and devs that take their game seriously as well as the community.”
    • “Performance is optimized, even on less powerful rigs.”
    • “The developers have gradually improved the performance of the game to a point that it is passable, but still not where it 'should' be.”
    • “The game is not optimized for them at all and it is hard to use them.”
    • “Cant recommend, the game is very poorly optimized; it only runs on a 980 at the lowest settings and then it's rendered so low that it's a blurry, pixelated mess.”
    • “One major issue is the performance is all over the place; it really needs some optimizations.”
  • stability70 mentions

    The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous players reporting frequent and severe glitches, particularly in multiplayer mode, including freezing, desynchronization, and game-breaking bugs that hinder progression. While some users note that the game runs well on certain setups and appreciate the developers' responsiveness to issues, the overall consensus is that the game remains too buggy and unreliable for a smooth experience, especially in co-op play. Many recommend waiting for further updates and fixes before fully engaging with the game.

    • “With this setup, it runs great.”
    • “But most importantly, it's not buggy and the support for the game is uncanny.”
    • “I'm playing with a GTX 980 Ti, i7, and it runs great for me with all settings maxed out at 'epic'.”
    • “There were some game-breaking glitches on the last level where weapons didn't spawn, and after fighting every single wave, the game glitched and the final scene never happened, forcing a reload.”
    • “The last few levels are especially buggy in co-op with frequent soft locks, desynchronization, and visual bugs.”
    • “The game is dead, buggy, doesn't feel like a AAA title, and it straight up isn't fun.”
  • replayability48 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is considered high due to the variety of characters, unique abilities, and multiple difficulty settings that encourage players to explore different playstyles. While some users noted that the campaign is relatively short and certain features could be improved, the inclusion of co-op modes and the potential for future updates contribute positively to its replay value. However, a few reviews mentioned that the lack of diverse levels and multiplayer options could diminish replayability over time.

    • “The multiple classes and inclusion of multiplayer add to the replay value.”
    • “Good amount of content and definitely a lot of replayability.”
    • “Each avatar plays differently and has unique special skills, so the replay value is high even if you play the same stages with friends over and over again.”
    • “Replayability is low; once you beat it, you're probably not coming back to it.”
    • “The replay value is diminishing without level updates.”
    • “The levels as of right now also feel very similar, which really hurts the replayability due to the lack of polish.”
  • atmosphere29 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and visually stunning design, effectively capturing a cyberpunk and dystopian sci-fi world. While some players noted issues with map design and voice acting, the overall ambiance, enhanced by detailed graphics and sound effects, contributes significantly to the gaming experience. Many reviews highlight the thrilling and polished atmosphere, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “Built from the ground up for VR, Raw Data’s action gameplay, intuitive controls, challenging enemies, and sci-fi atmosphere will completely immerse you within the surreal world of Eden Corp.”
    • “The rain effects, especially as the rain passes under a light, the water gliding over surfaces, the particles, and the lighting including that from the lightning, all create such a beautiful and atmospheric game.”
    • “The atmosphere and immersion is incredible.”
    • “This game 6.5/10 the map design sucks but the atmosphere is very pretty, really couldn't get into the story that much.”
    • “Definitely the best looking game so far, with polished animations, the atmosphere is still not 100% worked out it seems to me, but no reason to vote it down because of this one annoyance.”
    • “_no atmosphere.”
  • humor21 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting the hilarious dialogues, particularly between characters Simon and Ang3l, and the comedic chaos of multiplayer interactions. The voice acting adds to the humor, reminiscent of Valve's style, and players enjoy the lighthearted antics that often lead to laughter during gameplay. Overall, the game combines action with a fun, comedic atmosphere, making it a memorable experience for those who appreciate humor in gaming.

    • “The dialogues between Simon and Ang3l are hilarious.”
    • “In between waves, I committed seppuku as a joke and my teammate died laughing and then did it himself.”
    • “The voice acting of the little terminal named Simon that follows you into every mission is also on point, and the humor reminds me of a Valve game, think Wheatley from Portal.”
  • music18 mentions

    The music in the game has received generally positive feedback, with many players praising its immersive and cinematic quality that enhances the overall experience. While some noted a desire for more variety in the soundtrack, particularly during action sequences, others highlighted the effective use of atmospheric music that complements the game's sci-fi theme. Overall, the sound design, including music and sound effects, contributes significantly to the game's engaging ambiance.

    • “I have not quite finished the game yet, but it's pretty good so far. The game mechanics are impressive, the variety of people to play as is very fun, and the soundtrack is amazing.”
    • “Great immersive sound and music.”
    • “It's story-driven with beautiful visuals and an excellent soundtrack which makes it feel utterly cinematic.”
    • “Tutorial is a cacophony of noise, a mix between gunfire, an annoying character explaining the ill-conceived rules of the game, music, and robot sounds.”
    • “Soundtrack is simple yet riveting at the same time, although there is only one track that plays over and over.”
    • “-decent sound track”
  • emotional5 mentions

    Players express a mix of emotional responses to the game, ranging from confusion and frustration due to awkward combat mechanics to feelings of empowerment and warmth from engaging content. The immersive VR experience elicits strong reactions, with moments of disorientation contrasting with exhilarating gameplay that makes players feel heroic. Overall, the emotional impact of the game is significant, highlighting both its flaws and strengths.

    • “Several times it dashed up fairly close to me, attacked, then ran away - but at one point it walked up close to me, attacked, and as I was returning fire it dashed through me, to the other side - maybe this won't bother everyone, and may seem inconsequential - but with the level of immersion in VR games, this just mentally hit me like a ton of bricks, and my brain didn't know how to deal with this stimulus - this one tiny action made me feel confused, disoriented, frustrated, and angry.”
    • “The amount of content in this game is just so heartwarming, it's amazing that we are so lucky to have a game like this!”
    • “I know I have a sword I can draw out, but for me, seeing the gun in my hand made me feel safer, except when the ammo count was a big red 0.”
  • grinding5 mentions

    Players find the grinding in the game to be tedious, particularly noting the excessive effort required to defeat enemies and the slow movement mechanics. While some appreciate the character development, the overall experience is marred by repetitive tasks and lingering bugs that contribute to a sense of monotony.

    • “To the point where you have to shoot these robots in the head 5-6 times to kill one, it's freakin tedious.”
    • “The tutorials are tedious.”
    • “Movement: I've played a few games and movement is slow and almost tedious.”
  • monetization4 mentions

    The monetization of this game is viewed positively, with users highlighting it as a refreshing alternative to typical cash grab titles. Unlike many other games in the genre, it offers quality gameplay without aggressive monetization tactics, making it a worthwhile experience for players seeking substance over profit-driven design.

    • “Aka cash grab.”
    • “This isn't a lame cash grab game, but it makes a lot of the other Vive games look like it!”
    • “Tldr: if you like shooting things and are tired of cash grabs and early-stage one-man projects with lousy graphics and poor audio, give this one a try!”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviewers highlight that the game features generous character development, allowing players to enhance their characters significantly, albeit with some light grinding involved.

    • “Generous character development with light grinding.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
    • “I was disappointed by the limited options for character growth and customization.”
    • “The characters don't evolve in a way that feels rewarding or impactful.”
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Critic Reviews

76% average critic score

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Play time

9hMedian play time
10hAverage play time
4-20hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 7 analyzed playthroughs

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