Special Delivery
- December 6, 2016
- Meerkat Gaming
"Special Delivery" is a VR-exclusive, seated experience where you deliver newspapers while dodging various obstacles and traps. Gain points by interacting with objects and completing 28 rounds across four neighborhood sections, with additional game modes coming soon. The game features arcade-style scoring and progression, and is designed to be played with motion controls, gamepad, or VirZOOM.
Reviews
- Nails the feel of the original Paperboy, providing a nostalgic experience for fans.
- Fun gameplay mechanics with a good sense of immersion when riding the bike and throwing papers.
- Developers show commitment to improving the game, with updates addressing initial issues.
- Severe motion sickness reported due to perspective changes and fast movements.
- Game is buggy and feels unfinished, with inconsistent controls and limited content.
- Lacks variety and can become boring quickly, with repetitive gameplay and few areas to explore.
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised as nice and visually appealing, contributing to an overall positive experience alongside well-implemented controls and challenging gameplay.
“This game is great, has good graphics, the controls feel right, and it's challenging.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been widely criticized for its lack of stability, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that significantly detract from the overall experience. Many players find it broken and unplayable, leading to a frustrating gaming experience.
“This game is broken, buggy, and all around boring.”
“Way too buggy.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy is perceived as potentially exploitative, with some users suggesting it could have easily turned into a cash grab.
“It feels like a blatant cash grab.”
“The monetization system is overly aggressive and detracts from the gameplay experience.”
“I can't enjoy the game without being constantly bombarded by ads and in-game purchases.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its nostalgic elements, effectively drawing from classic influences while enhancing the experience to create a unique and immersive environment.
“It's the perfect blend of nostalgia and gameplay that remembers where they are borrowing from, and does their best to put you there like never before.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers a charming experience with a strong emphasis on arcade-style replayability, encouraging players to return for more.
“It's a charming game with a solid amount of arcade replayability.”