Skydance's BEHEMOTH

Skydance's BEHEMOTH is, without a doubt, one of the most impressive VR games you'll come across if you overlook a few small glitches. You won't want to miss out on this game, regardless of whether you are an experienced VR aficionado or not.

77%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

stability, replayability

77% User Score Based on 406 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 5 reviews

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"Skydance's BEHEMOTH" is a dark fantasy VR adventure where players, as Wren the Hunter, must end a curse by slaying monstrous Behemoths. Traverse through harsh biomes filled with treacherous enemies, using brutal violence and superstrength to survive. Battle against enormous Behemoths in this immersive and physical experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 406 reviews

story57 positive mentions

stability24 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals and a strong sense of scale, making players feel immersed in a vast world.
The grappling hook mechanics and rope physics are innovative and add a fun element to exploration and combat.
The combat system, while initially challenging, becomes satisfying as players learn to parry and utilize various weapons effectively.

The combat can feel clunky and unresponsive at times, with issues related to parrying and two-handed weapon handling.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including soft locks and performance issues.
The game is criticized for its linearity and lack of replayability, with some players feeling that the behemoth encounters are underwhelming.

story
139 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
56%
3%
The story of the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it engaging and solid, though some describe it as predictable and linear. While the narrative is not considered groundbreaking, it effectively complements the gameplay and atmosphere, keeping players invested throughout their experience. Overall, the story is seen as a strong aspect of the game, despite some critiques regarding pacing and depth.
- “The story is interesting, and has a nice flow.”
- “Brilliant game so far, the story was good enough to keep me interested.”
- “The game's strong story and deep lore further enrich the experience.”
- “The story is very linear and pretty predictable.”
- “The story felt very rushed, especially towards the end.”
- “While the story is serviceable and keeps the game moving, it doesn't leave a lasting impression.”
gameplay
113 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
57%
7%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the fun mechanics like the grappling hook and parry system, but criticizing the overall polish and execution. While some find the combat engaging and reminiscent of other successful VR titles, others point out significant bugs, janky mechanics, and frustrating design choices that detract from the experience. Overall, the game offers interesting ideas and a visually appealing world, but suffers from a lack of refinement in its core gameplay elements.
- “The combat against human enemies is challenging until you exploit mechanics such as grabbing enemies after a parry and stabbing them to death with a sword, or spamming a stabby attack with the strength power activated.”
- “The grappling hook is a blast: grappling up onto ledges or pulling enemies to you never gets old; I just wish there was more of a proper swinging mechanic.”
- “The fighting mechanics are some of the best I've played in a while; two of the four bosses are some of the best bosses I've fought in a game to date, and the grappling hook took some getting used to but it's so much fun to swing around.”
- “The behemoths are okay and challenging, but so buggy it would actually be a crime if I didn't mention that; those mechanics seem to be hanging together by a thread, they hardly work.”
- “But the real reason I refunded the game after an hour of gameplay were the absolutely horrible checkpoints, the lack of a save function, and the fact that you have to recollect and gather every item after every death only to die to nonsense at times.”
- “Despite a few interesting ideas, the gameplay is overly simplistic and lacks depth.”
graphics
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
25%
4%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their stunning visuals and well-optimized performance, particularly on high-end PCs, with many users noting breathtaking environments and detailed art styles. However, some reviews mention inconsistencies, such as janky combat mechanics and repetitive enemy designs, which detract from the overall experience. While not reaching the heights of titles like Half-Life: Alyx, the graphics are still considered impressive and contribute positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The environments and graphics are spectacular.”
- “The graphics are amazing.”
- “The real star here is the game's presentation: breathtaking vistas, detailed lighting, and a well-crafted art style make the world come alive.”
- “For me, the art style with all its grey and brown was not really my cup of tea.”
- “The graphics are passable, but they don’t make up for the shortcomings in gameplay.”
- “While the visuals are solid, they can’t make up for the mechanical shortcomings, especially in a game focused on combat.”
optimization
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
43%
26%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its performance and graphics, particularly on Quest hardware, while others report issues such as stuttering and frame drops, especially on higher-end PCs. Many users noted that while the game runs well most of the time, there are occasional performance hiccups and technical issues that could benefit from further refinement. Despite these concerns, several players found the game enjoyable and recommend it for those who appreciate VR melee combat.
- “The optimization is very well done, the dialogue adds depth and enhances the story. I give this game a 9.5/10 only because there is no co-op.”
- “I'm glad that I was wrong and the game is so well optimized.”
- “First of all, regarding performance: even with my CPU and RAM below the recommended specs, I was able to play at 120 Hz with all settings maxed out.”
- “Very not optimized, should be getting 90fps easily on a 4090 14900k build.”
- “I'm running a 4090 with all in-game settings set to ultra and the detail pop-in still looks like it's optimized for a Quest 2.”
- “Yet, I experienced frustrating stuttering that would come and go, particularly during loading scenes when assets were being loaded, or things were destroyed, and effects were triggered while fighting.”
stability
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
86%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant bugs and glitches that impact gameplay, particularly during combat and boss fights. While some users noted that minor issues could be resolved with reloads, others experienced frequent crashes and frustrating mechanics that detracted from the overall experience. Despite these problems, a few players still found the game enjoyable and praised its potential, indicating that ongoing updates may improve stability in the future.
- “I have a GTX 3080 Ti. I saw someone else claim the game runs poorly with that card; this is not true. I have my PC in eco mode and a CPU that doesn't take full advantage of my graphics card, and this game runs great with fully maxed out settings.”
- “Other than that, the game looks fantastic and runs great (Quest 3, Airbridge, RTX 4070).”
- “So far, it runs great with decent graphics. I knew it was going to be good because TWD was one of the best VR games, and this has many of the same mechanics. :)”
- “The behemoths are okay and challenging, but so buggy it would actually be a crime if I didn't mention that; those mechanics seem to be hanging together by a thread, they hardly work.”
- “I crash every 2 - 6 minutes (just freezes so I have to restart).”
- “On the other hand, it's a buggy mess, even after the recent patch.”
atmosphere
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
23%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive qualities, strong sense of scale, and engaging environments, contributing to a unique and captivating experience. However, some players noted that the visuals can feel less polished compared to AAA titles, and issues with gameplay mechanics occasionally detract from the overall immersion. Despite these drawbacks, the atmosphere remains a standout feature, enhancing the storytelling and player engagement.
- “Well done game with great atmosphere and sense of scale.”
- “Graphics, sound, gameplay, and atmosphere are really great.”
- “Behemoth is a visually stunning VR experience that showcases the power of the medium to convey scale and atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is lacking depth and fails to immerse the player in the game world.”
- “While the visuals are impressive, the overall atmosphere feels empty and uninspired.”
- “The game attempts to create a dark atmosphere, but it often comes off as forced and unconvincing.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Players have mixed feelings about the game's replayability; while some appreciate the multiple difficulty levels, collectibles, and arena mode that enhance replay value, others criticize its short length and lack of features like New Game Plus, which could have improved replayability. Overall, the game's engaging story is seen as a redeeming factor, though some feel the price does not fully justify the limited replay options.
- “Good replay value since there are multiple difficulty levels combined with having unlimited stamina on or off.”
- “But it has plenty of collectibles to search for and also an arena mode for extra replayability.”
- “There are so many ways to make this game have replayability that I would love to see in the future.”
- “I'm sorry, but that is extremely short and the lack of replayability does not warrant this game being 40 bucks.”
- “Also, no new game plus, which would add some form of replayability to the game.”
- “The price may be steep because of the lack of replay value, but the story itself is worth it.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The music in the game is highly praised, featuring an incredible soundtrack that enhances the overall experience and effectively builds excitement. Additionally, the sound design, including background and environmental sounds, is noted for its ability to convey emotions and complement the gameplay.
- “The soundtrack is incredible, and the story is amazing.”
- “All of what I've just said is complimented by the excellent soundtrack that never fails to get you pumped up for whatever is coming at you.”
- “Great sound design; the background/environmental noise and music convey feelings really well.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow-paced, with frustrating hitboxes and a lack of rewarding exploration, particularly in the early encounters with behemoths. Overall, the experience feels more laborious than engaging.
- “The first behemoth was really tedious, with a weird hitbox and not that epic (except for the scale of the beast).”
- “I put some decent time into it, but it never really grew on me. It was so slow-paced, and exploring felt tedious rather than rewarding.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express deep emotional impact from the game, with many feeling profoundly moved and even broken by its narrative and design. The heartfelt appreciation for the developers highlights the game's ability to evoke strong feelings and connections.
- “A heartfelt thanks to the developers for creating such an extraordinary game.”
- “This game broke me emotionally.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is derived from the contrast between the player's character's perceived weakness and the more powerful protagonists, creating a comedic effect when attempting to perform exaggerated actions like limb removal. This dynamic adds a layer of irony and amusement to the gameplay experience.
- “The funny thing is, your character by default feels weaker than the Saints and Sinners protagonist, unless you channel godly power. By enraging your character, you can barely swing hard enough to remove a limb!”