SteamHammerVR
- July 31, 2017
- GamestormVR
Get on SteamSteamHammerVR is a single-player action game with a good story, taking place in Victorian London. Experience 11 story-based missions across iconic locations like Tower of London and Trafalgar Square, while unlocking more of the story and powerful weapons. Additionally, test your skills in the "Seek & Destroy" mode with four arcade wave shooting levels and global leaderboards. The game is compatible with 3dRudder.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a visually stunning steampunk aesthetic with interesting graphics and a polished production value.
- There is a nice variety of weapons and enemies, along with inventive weapon designs that offer potential for strategic gameplay.
- Voice commands and humorous narration add a unique charm to the game, enhancing the overall experience.
- The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks excitement, with clunky controls and slow weapon mechanics that make combat frustrating.
- Enemy AI is poor, leading to overwhelming hordes that detract from the fun, making it feel more like a chore than an engaging challenge.
- Despite the interesting theme and visuals, the overall implementation feels awkward and fails to deliver an enjoyable experience.
- story11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it lacking in depth and context, while others appreciate its unique and engaging narrative elements. Although it features a narrator that can be polarizing, the story is described as beautiful, funny, and inventive, particularly appealing to steampunk fans. Overall, while the main gameplay may focus on missions, there is a well-crafted story that enhances the experience for those who enjoy it.
“The delivery of the story I found rather interesting.”
“I won't spoil the story but it is beautiful, funny, silly, scary but actually ingenious and I think steampunk fans will totally love it.”
“It is definitely authentic 'steampunk' and the characters and story are well thought out.”
“There isn't so much of a story, just missions to do with this narrator dude who you may enjoy or find annoying.”
“I don't believe that wave shooters would fall under the 'adventure' genre even if they do have a story.”
“Steamhammer drops you into the middle of a London intersection about to be overrun by rat-bots with no context or backstory.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as polished and interesting, featuring a strong steampunk aesthetic with inventive weapon designs. While the visuals are appreciated for their production value, some players found them to be merely "ok" and not enough to elevate the overall enjoyment of the game. The audio elements, including voice acting, complement the graphics but may be difficult to hear for some players.
“The game has a lot on its side; production value is there, it feels polished at parts, the theme, and the graphics are interesting and have a nice setting. The weapon designs are cool and inventive.”
“The game has a really good steampunk aesthetic going.”
“The visuals, style, and original steampunk weapons are lovely.”
“Graphics are ok, performance was fine... but this game is just plain not fun.”
“The graphics are ok.”
“Sorry devs, you're clearly talented guys, the visuals, style and original steampunk weapons are lovely.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the intense, immersive atmosphere and variety of tasks, while others criticize the core mechanics, particularly the teleportation system and overall lack of enjoyment, describing it as dull.
“Very intense gameplay, and I'm sure others who enjoy 'hold the line' type games will like this as well.”
“The atmosphere, both visually and audibly, totally immerses you in Victorian London. It is stunning, and this game is a massive bang for your buck with loads of different locations and all sorts of different tasks and gameplay types to complete.”
“The problem still remains, the gameplay is dull.”
“I played the latest demo for 5 minutes and the gameplay just isn't fun.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as distinctly British, blending cleverness with silliness, and is highlighted by memorable characters like the doctor and the amusing Springhorn guy. Players appreciate the witty dialogue and the overall comedic tone, which complements the game's engaging steampunk aesthetic.
“The choice of weapons, the humor which is so typically British, and the details that have gone into making this are all top notch.”
“I won't spoil the story, but it is beautiful, funny, silly, scary, but actually ingenious, and I think steampunk fans will totally love it.”
“I love the doctor character; he is very funny and very well portrayed!”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
While the graphics and performance of the game are deemed acceptable, many users feel that the overall experience lacks enjoyment, overshadowing the optimization aspects.
“Graphics are okay, performance was fine... but this game is just plain not fun.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is often noted for its immersive quality, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Players appreciate the sound design, which complements the visuals and narrative effectively. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning visual and auditory immersion in Victorian London, offering a rich and diverse experience with various locations and gameplay tasks. Players feel completely enveloped in the setting, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
“The atmosphere, both visually and audibly, totally immerses you in Victorian London. It is stunning, and this game offers a massive bang for your buck with loads of different locations and all sorts of tasks and gameplay types to complete.”
