Snowday

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Snowday is a single player and multiplayer hack and slash game. It was developed by Breachgate and was released on November 30, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Engage in multiplayer VR snowfights that capture real snow play like no FPS (First Person Snowbrawler) you've played before! Throw, dodge, and sneak your way to domination of the neighborhood snowfield.

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging snowball fight experience with intuitive controls and unique locomotion mechanics that enhance immersion.
Graphics are charming and well-suited for the gameplay, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere, especially in multiplayer settings.
The game is simple yet entertaining, making it a great option for casual play with friends and family, particularly for those new to VR.

The game suffers from a lack of content and features, with multiplayer functionality being unreliable and AI opponents lacking challenge.
It has been abandoned by developers, leading to concerns about its long-term viability and the absence of updates or improvements.
The teleportation mechanic can be confusing and imprecise, detracting from the overall gameplay experience.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The gameplay is characterized by smooth mechanics that effectively simulate a snowball fight, making it enjoyable and suitable for families, especially those with kids interested in VR. While the graphics complement the gameplay well, some users feel that the current amount of content does not justify the $15 price tag, suggesting that future updates could enhance its value. Overall, the gameplay is fun and engaging, though it remains basic and simplistic.
- “The graphics are perfect for the gameplay, and the mechanics are enjoyable. I recommend this for people with kids who enjoy VR as well.”
- “I recently found out about blocking incoming snowballs with your glove, which makes for much more active and creative gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is simplistic; it's just a snowball fight!”
- “It may get more gameplay features later on that would give it that value in the future, but right now I would only recommend it to people who have money to burn.”
- “The game has simple mechanics that mimic a real-life snowball fight, and that's all it needs to be a fun, solid game.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The graphics have received mixed reviews; some players find them lacking and a significant factor in the game's inability to attract a wider audience, while others appreciate that the visuals complement the gameplay well, particularly for family-friendly VR experiences.
- “The graphics are perfect for the gameplay, and the mechanics are enjoyable. I recommend this for people with kids who enjoy VR as well.”
- “The graphics aren't great... that will understandably be a turn-off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract players despite having no up-front cost.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the story is either unclear or lacking depth, with some users questioning its coherence and overall impact. Many feel that the narrative does not engage players effectively, leading to a less immersive experience.