Saber Fight VR
- January 3, 2020
- Saber Fight VR
Saber Fight VR is a virtual reality game that offers laser sword fights with advanced physics, allowing players to cut through any object. The game includes the ability to push, pull, and smash enemies with objects, as well as deflect enemy fire with your blade. With randomly generated levels and customizable sabers, players can experience unique gameplay each time. The game also features a temple that can be rebuilt and used as a base for operations.
Reviews
- The lightsaber mechanics are satisfying, allowing players to slice through enemies and objects with a great sense of impact.
- The game has a lot of potential, with an active developer who frequently updates and improves the game based on player feedback.
- Using force powers adds an exciting layer to gameplay, making players feel like a Jedi while engaging with the environment.
- The game suffers from a lack of content, with repetitive levels and limited enemy variety, leading to a quick sense of boredom.
- Controls can be clunky and inconsistent, making actions like throwing the lightsaber and deflecting blaster fire frustrating.
- Many players report bugs and performance issues, including problems with hit detection and movement mechanics, which detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay33 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by enjoyable mechanics, particularly the lightsaber and force abilities, which provide a satisfying experience despite some jankiness and bugs. However, many players find the levels and enemies repetitive and lacking in content, suggesting that while the core mechanics are solid, the game requires further polish and additional gameplay variety to reach its full potential. Overall, it offers a fun experience for fans of the genre, but improvements are needed for a more engaging and diverse gameplay experience.
“The mechanics of the blades and the way they slice through anything is fantastic.”
“Though still being developed, the game is already very mechanically sound and is incredibly satisfying to play.”
“Ok so here is my experience so far, I have to say the game has great potential, especially for scratching a certain 'wars' itch; we are in desperate need of games with cool powers and saber mechanics.”
“And finally, the force jump mechanic is very annoying.”
“The throwing mechanics are really awkward; hit detection is wonky.”
“As of right now, with gameplay I can't even play the game from the start as there are no options for locomotion for the Oculus Rift S.”
- story21 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with players noting that it feels repetitive and uninspired, primarily revolving around the mundane task of repairing a temple. Many users express a desire for more narrative content, character customization, and varied gameplay modes, indicating that the current missions do not offer a compelling storyline. Overall, those seeking a rich story experience may find this game lacking, as it focuses more on gameplay mechanics than narrative development.
“I think this game can go places; there just need to be a lot of bug fixes, improvements to the existing gameplay, and more content map-wise and story-wise.”
“The temple acts as a hub for your missions where you get your materials to rebuild the temple.”
“If you're looking for a story, this game is purely gameplay.”
“I think, story-wise, repairing your temple is kind of boring, at least how it is right now.”
“All the missions have the same layout as the tutorial, making it all very repetitive, and the different names for the missions serve no purpose.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as good but ultimately underwhelming, with a noticeable downgrade from the visually appealing previews. Players have reported issues with performance, including high CPU temperatures despite the graphics being considered mediocre, and a lack of diversity in enemy designs and environments contributes to a repetitive visual experience. Overall, there are calls for better optimization to enhance the visual experience without overburdening hardware.
“Good visuals and serviceable audio.”
“As a note to the developer: please try to optimize it a bit more, since even though the graphics weren't all that special it was very demanding of my PC.”
“It's odd the lightsaber floats everywhere, and the worst part is: this game sent my CPU temps super high, even though the graphics are mediocre.”
“I booted up the game using Oculus Link (with cable) on Quest 2, and I noticed a downgrade in graphics compared to the visually appealing previews of the game.”
“As a note to the developer: please try to optimize it a bit more, since even though the graphics weren't all that special, it was very demanding on my PC, even to the point that I was afraid my PC would melt.”
“It's odd that the lightsaber floats everywhere, and the worst part is: this game sent my CPU temperatures super high, even though the graphics are mediocre.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game experiences occasional bugs and glitches, particularly with hit detection and deflections, but these issues are generally minor and have been addressed promptly by the developers. Overall, players find the stability acceptable, allowing for an enjoyable gaming experience.
“Occasionally buggy, but not too often.”
“Sometimes I have run into glitches or minor problems, but the dev has patched them as fast as he could.”
“Buggy hit detection; it would be amazing if it wasn't just a 'hit cut a straight line' mechanic.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is inconsistent, with some users reporting poor performance compared to other visually superior VR titles, while others note that it runs smoothly and is well-optimized.
“Game runs smoothly and appears to be nicely optimized.”
“Performance is abysmal, whereas other infinitely better-looking VR games run fine.”
“I'm guessing it's poorly optimized.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and unengaging, leading to a sense of frustration and a lack of motivation to continue battling enemies.
“It's tedious to fight, and I just feel like I can't be bothered to try and kill them anymore.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I find myself doing the same tasks over and over, which really drains the fun out of the experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players found the emotional impact of the game lacking, feeling that the primary objective of rebuilding a temple rendered their experience superficial and devoid of deeper meaning.
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game shows significant potential for high replayability through its rogue-like mechanics, though it requires further refinement to fully realize this aspect.
“This game has the highest potential among them to be the best, as it aims for replayability with a rogue-like approach; it just needs extreme polishing.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting, encouraging me to dive back in for more.”
“With multiple paths and endings, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility, making it a truly replayable experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in unexpected glitches, such as falling through floor geometry, which can be amusing in traditional gaming but becomes frustrating in VR. Overall, while the game has moments of comedic potential, the immersive nature of VR can amplify the negative aspects of these humorous situations.
“The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout my playthrough.”
“I love how the game uses absurd situations to create humor; it never fails to catch me off guard and make me chuckle.”
“The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions add so much charm to the game, making every moment enjoyable.”