Shadow of Valhalla
- December 21, 2023
- Chicken Waffle
Get on Steam"Shadow of Valhalla" is a VR combat game set in a mystical Viking world, featuring physics-based combat, magical spells, and a variety of enemies. The Early Access version includes an Endless Horde Mode, with plans for more environments, quests, and features such as weapon crafting and dynamic AI. Immerse yourself in the striking visuals and gore, with controls inspired by Half-Life: Alyx and support for mixed-reality tools and haptic accessories.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The combat system is fun and satisfying, with amazing physics and the ability to dismember enemies easily.
- The game has a lot of potential with promises of future updates, including new enemies, environments, and character progression.
- The graphics and visual effects are impressive for a VR game, enhancing the overall experience.
- Currently, the game feels bare-bones with limited content, leading to a lack of replayability.
- The developers have not been consistent with updates, causing frustration among players who expected more content.
- The game is criticized for being a wave shooter, which some players feel is outdated and not innovative enough for the current VR landscape.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with users appreciating its quality and potential for future updates. However, some have noted issues with initial visual settings, such as dark captured gameplay, which can be adjusted. Players express a desire for more engaging content, like quests or dungeon crawls, to fully utilize the combat mechanics.
“I bought it for 50 percent off because the gameplay is good, and I assumed they would continue to update it.”
“I want to use these combat mechanics on a quest, or a dungeon crawl or something!”
“The captured gameplay came out too dark until I realized you can make it brighter and turn on a spectator camera.”
“I want to use these combat mechanics on a quest or a dungeon crawl or something!”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their smooth performance and captivating visuals, particularly excelling in virtual reality settings.
“The game runs smoothly but still features interesting visuals.”
“The graphics are amazing for VR.”
