Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope
- September 20, 2017
- Croteam VR
- 7h median play time
A natural progression for Serious Sam into VR.
Get on SteamIn Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope, players step into intense arena-based combat, surviving endless waves of randomly generated enemies across various difficulty levels. Update 7 introduces a new skill and power-ups system, enabling players to unlock weapon upgrades and lay waste to enemies with tactical orbital lasers and plasma cannons. Compete against others in daily challenge leaderboards, customizing your experience with Serious Sam or Serious Sammy characters.
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Cloud
NVIDIA GeForce NOW
Oculus Rift
Oculus VR
Reviews
- Best VR wave shooter with great graphics and fun gameplay.
- Intense action with a variety of weapons and enemies, providing a thrilling experience.
- Polished and well-optimized, making it a standout title in the VR genre.
- Currently limited content with only two planets and a few levels, leading to a short gameplay experience.
- High price point for the amount of content available, making it feel overpriced.
- Gameplay can become repetitive, and some weapons feel underwhelming or gimmicky.
- graphics225 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics in this VR game are widely praised for their high quality, vibrant detail, and smooth performance, often described as some of the best in the genre. Players appreciate the extensive customization options that allow the game to run well on various hardware setups, while the visuals contribute significantly to the immersive experience. However, some users noted that enemy designs can suffer from pixelation at medium distances, slightly detracting from the overall visual impact.
“The graphics in Serious Sam VR are truly amazing, with high-resolution textures, wonderful shaders, and the feeling of being present in this weird VR world full of monsters is the best so far.”
“Absolutely stunning graphics, with a superb array of graphic control options to tweak to everyone's liking and PC configuration.”
“The last hope features some of the best looking visuals I’ve seen yet in a VR game, and it runs flawlessly even when there’s a ton of enemies and explosions.”
“Also the graphics just don't quite pop - because most enemies are medium/medium far away, they suffer from the usual VR pixelation issues - you just can't appreciate the enemy design at that distance.”
“The higher graphics settings are really taxing on your system unless you have something top of the line; I would recommend medium or low depending on what you have.”
“It's a fun game, but does require a heftier build; I have 2 980-TIs and a 4770K processor and still experience some frame stuttering from time to time, so be aware of that.”
- gameplay174 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Serious Sam VR has received mixed reviews, with some praising its addictive mechanics, smooth controls, and the thrill of wave shooting, while others criticize it for being overly simplistic and repetitive. Players appreciate the variety of weapons and the challenge of managing hordes of enemies, but many feel that the lack of movement and depth in gameplay mechanics detracts from the overall experience. Overall, it is seen as a polished wave shooter that captures the essence of the Serious Sam series, but may not offer enough content or innovation to satisfy all players.
“Gameplay is super addictive and amazing to play.”
“Fast paced waves, and great gameplay that forces you to prioritize targets, weave and dodge, and conserve ammo on higher difficulties.”
“Serious Sam VR proves it with a well-balanced set of weapons, challenging difficulties, tons and tons of enemies, and easy-to-pick-up-hard-to-master game mechanics.”
“The gameplay is the worst arcade-quality garbage you can imagine.”
“Graphics are good, but the gameplay is boring and dull.”
“There's only like two levels, you can finish them in 30 minutes, but yes apart from that the gameplay is boring, repetitive and adds nothing new to the dozen zombie wave shooters we all already have. Very disappointing!”
- story148 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 89 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal, primarily serving as a backdrop for the action rather than a central focus, with players engaging in missions that feature light narrative elements and humorous commentary. While some missions are well-crafted and unique, the overall storyline lacks depth, consisting of brief segments that do not significantly enhance the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the variety in missions and environments, but many express a desire for a more substantial narrative to tie the action together.
“Beautiful graphics, funny and interesting story, great and challenging bosses.”
“The levels and weapon variety feel very well done and the small story connecting each level with Sam's little jokes and narration feel great.”
“The story missions are really well done and each one is unique and offers something new.”
“There really isn't much story line here at all and while the Serious Sam series really isn't about the story line, it at least adds a little bit to the immersion level of the game versus just feeling like a shooting gallery.”
“This doesn't have a big story and isn't going to change how you look at VR games.”
“The game is nice and fun but way too short for the current price tag; I passed it in like 20 minutes, only 8 levels which last a few minutes each and the storyline is totally absent, this is a simple wave shooter for now.”
- replayability58 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game offers a mix of replayability through various modes, including different difficulty levels, an upgrade system, and challenges like endless waves and daily tasks. While some players find the replay value substantial, especially with friends or in pursuit of high scores, others note that the repetitive nature of maps and short missions may limit long-term engagement. Overall, it is considered highly replayable, particularly for those who enjoy skill-based challenges and character upgrades.
“Plus, the developers also added replayability; for example, in lower difficulties, you can beat all of the stages of a world and then buy power-ups, which you can use to play higher difficulties.”
“I've been playing for the last 6 months, and with all the weapon upgrades, it's hugely replayable, so I don't plan on ever uninstalling.”
“Wildly fun and replayable with multiple difficulty levels and weapon options.”
“There's a tech tree to grind up to artificially inflate the amount of replayability.”
“Despite the above praise, the replayability was quite low for me - none of the levels or fights were memorable enough to come back to them and try getting more points for the upgrade tree.”
“I definitely will revisit the game many times to clear hard settings on the two levels; however, once you clear everything, you may find that the game does not have the highest replayability value at the moment.”
- music50 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its heavy metal soundtrack that enhances the action and overall gameplay experience. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack perfectly complements the game's intense moments, making players feel empowered and engaged, especially during boss fights. However, some criticism was directed at repetitive music loops in certain areas, suggesting room for improvement in variety.
“The soundtrack is amazing and perfectly complements the game.”
“Fantastic mix of weapons and enemies, the boss fights are incredibly fun and the music makes me want to rock out as I tear through hundreds of monsters.”
“The pumping rock music, the explosions, the sheer fun of firing rocket after rocket into a boss, whilst firing a shotgun single-handed into an oncoming skeleton.”
“In the first region, the music is literally a two-second loop.”
“Somehow and probably due to the music and the character, the overall feeling reminds me of the movie 'Last Action Hero.'”
“From level, enemy, and weapon variety to design, graphics, optimization, soundtrack.”
- optimization42 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, delivering smooth performance across a range of hardware, including lower-end systems like a GTX 1060 laptop. Players report consistent frame rates, even at high graphical settings, and appreciate the extensive customization options for performance. While some minor performance dips occur in specific scenarios, overall, the game is considered well-polished and visually impressive compared to similar titles.
“Visuals are better than most VR games I've played, yet performance is quite good. Playing at 200% supersampling with all graphics settings at max on an RTX 3080 and Ryzen 5950X with a Valve Index, I get a consistent 90 FPS, which is totally fine for this type of game.”
“The experience is really well polished and optimized. It seems to have great gorgeous graphics with smooth frames, except once when I got swarmed by maybe 100 spiders at arm's reach.”
“The games are well optimized, play very well, and have options for movement and comfort. Overall, they are done very well in every single title.”
“The performance on my minimum spec is solid and there weren't any major issues, although I did get some dips in performance on a particular map (2/4) on Planet 2 when there were lots of dead enemies near me.”
“Raw data looks a bit better, but SSVR is more optimized than raw data.”
“Performance is way better than raw data.”
- humor36 mentions
- 94 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The humor in "Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope" is characterized by its typical over-the-top, corny style, featuring massive weapons and ridiculous enemies that contribute to a fun and chaotic experience. While some players find the humor engaging and entertaining, others note that certain gameplay elements, like the mandatory bow, detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game is seen as a humorous, colorful party experience that prioritizes laughter and fun alongside satisfying gunplay.
“The corny humor, the massive guns, the ridiculous enemies are all here from Serious Sam; just be prepared to hold your ground.”
“It is an intense, funny, colorful game with plenty of satisfying weapons and incredibly diverse foes.”
“The humor is also really well done (I wonder if dragons do taste like chicken?).”
“But then a mandatory bow is introduced, which is utterly impossible to use, making it very hard and unfunny to clear the rest of the levels.”
- stability25 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 48 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability across various hardware configurations, particularly on older systems like the GTX 970, with users reporting smooth performance and minimal to no glitches or crashes. However, some players experienced issues related to proxy internet settings, which required troubleshooting to resolve.
“Runs great on older hardware and still has good visuals.”
“Graphics are top notch and the game runs great on my 4790k and GTX 970.”
“The game itself runs great, the enemies, backgrounds, and other effects are buttery smooth except my weapons.”
“Update: the game finally works after 7 days of troubleshooting with the developers. The game will not play if your system uses proxy internet.”
“No crashes or visual glitches noticed while running it on a MSI 1070 Armor on H2O @2.2GHz/9.6Gbps (driver: 375.86) for nearly 2 hours.”
“The visuals are exactly what you'd expect from an FPS wave, and I haven't run into any serious glitches.”
- grinding20 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has been widely criticized as tedious and unnecessary, with many players feeling that it detracts from the overall experience. Reviewers express frustration over the forced use of gimmicky weapons and a convoluted unlock system, which they believe only appeals to completionists. Overall, the grinding is seen as a cash grab that fails to deliver the engaging gameplay expected from the series.
“I very much doubt anyone but the most ardent completionists are going to want to run it long enough to get good enough to work through the tedious unlock tree.”
“It's just completely unoriginal, tedious, and it just feels so completely unnecessary.”
“On levels when you're forced to use the bow, I find myself not looking forward to the next wave, but hoping that it will be over soon, as it's so tedious.”
- monetization10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it for embodying mobile game tropes and feeling like a cash grab, despite the absence of microtransactions and ads. However, others appreciate the developers for not isolating certain VR users for profit, suggesting that the game is not a cash grab in that context. Overall, opinions vary, with a notable divide between those who see it as exploitative and those who support the developers' approach.
“This title is no cash grab.”
“This title is no cash grab.”
“This is some grindy garbage cash grab.”
“Like a lot of VR games right now, it just feels like a quick cash grab honestly.”
“It may have Serious Sam assets and a VR interface, but apart from that it has all the moronic mobile game tropes that gamers with dignity and a spine rightfully despise, short of microtransactions and ad overlays.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is described as lacking in quality, with some reviewers feeling it detracts from the overall experience. However, the effective use of atmospheric elements and diverse monster encounters contribute positively, elevating the game above less polished shooters.
“The weapons feel like crap, as does the atmosphere.”
“The use of atmosphere and simple level elements elevate the experience above less polished shooters, but the diversity of monsters and different boss fights keep a novel variety throughout the experience.”
