Strayed

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Strayed is a multiplayer casual action adventure game. It was developed by Crustacean Interactive and was released on April 19, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Strayed is an open-world, multiplayer VR survival action game centered on intense player vs. player combat. Spawn empty-handed on procedurally generated islands, scavenge resources, build shelters, and navigate unpredictable encounters with other players who can be allies or threats. The game is highly grinding and noted for bugs but offers immersive, raw survival challenges.

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Audience ScoreBased on 199 reviews

story3 positive mentions

stability9 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and immersive VR experience similar to Rust, with engaging crafting and survival mechanics.
The developers are actively updating the game, adding new content and fixing bugs, which shows their commitment to improving the player experience.
Many players find the game enjoyable, especially when playing with friends, and appreciate the vibrant community interactions.

The game is plagued with bugs and performance issues, making it difficult to play smoothly, especially on certain platforms.
Many players feel the game is too similar to Rust without offering enough unique features, leading to a perception of it being a 'Rust clone'.
The player community can be toxic, with reports of cheating and negative interactions, which detracts from the overall experience.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
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The gameplay of the game is heavily criticized for being a poor imitation of Rust, with terrible graphics, nonexistent sound, and a lack of coherent mechanics or tutorials. While some players appreciate the strategic elements of building and resource management, others highlight significant bugs and imbalances, particularly with bow mechanics. In contrast, a VR survival experience is praised for its innovative gameplay and dynamic player interactions, suggesting a more engaging experience in that format.
- “The ability to strategize and build your stronghold from scratch, while managing resources, adds a satisfying layer of depth to the gameplay.”
- “Overall, 'Strayed' delivers a fantastic VR survival experience, mixing intense crafting and building mechanics with dynamic player interactions.”
- “Moreover, the player interactions add a dynamic layer of strategy and unpredictability, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.”
- “To start with the basics: this game is an obvious Rust clone, but the graphics are terrible, the sound is nonexistent, and the gameplay is even worse than Freeland, which itself is a microtransaction-riddled collection of free assets without any actual gameplay.”
- “The game has no tutorial or guide to explain how its deranged mechanics work.”
- “The game in spirit very much repeats the game Rust, only with VR mechanics.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is characterized by numerous bugs and glitches, which, while frustrating, often contribute to a fun and enjoyable experience for players. Many users acknowledge the game's early beta status and express optimism for future improvements, despite current issues like unreliable voice chat and problematic mechanics. Overall, while stability is a concern, the game's entertaining aspects help mitigate the impact of its jankiness.
- “Game is full of glitches and exploits and when brought up to staff it is ignored.”
- “The randoms are what make this game fun, and even though the game is hella buggy right now and needs a ton of polishing, I'm sure this game will be great for upcoming players in the near future.”
- “Voice chat is buggy, delayed, and doesn't even work for me most of the time.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
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Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews from users. While some appreciate the visuals as adequate for the genre, many express a strong desire for significant improvements, citing issues like poor quality, lack of detail, and a need for better graphical settings on PC. The consensus suggests that a graphic overhaul would greatly enhance the gaming experience.
- “Very fun! I would like to keep seeing the updates (and hopefully a slight graphic update too) that the devs keep working on!”
- “After playing, my honest hope for the future of the game includes a complete graphic overhaul for those that can handle it, but that may be personal preference.”
- “The graphics are pretty good for a game like this as well; not a lot of improvement is needed on that.”
- “To start with the basics: this game is an obvious Rust clone, but the graphics are terrible, the sound is nonexistent, and the gameplay is even worse than Freeland, which itself is a microtransaction-riddled collection of free assets without any actual gameplay.”
- “Graphics hurt my eyes; the road is for some reason 6 feet above the ground, instead of running along with the terrain.”
- “But on PC, it was lacking a lot of the visuals that I imagined for a game like this.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect in Rust, citing it as tedious and unsatisfying, particularly due to the extensive effort required for minimal progress and the lack of effective developer and community support. In contrast, some find the farming mechanics in Strayed to be more enjoyable, despite similar levels of grinding.
- “I don't usually play Rust a lot because I don't like the thought of sitting down doing essentially nothing while farming endlessly.”
- “Don't even get me started on how much you have to move around to accomplish the smallest amount of farming.”
- “All progress is gone, not just the base but the endless farming for items and scrap to blueprint it.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The story aspect of the game "Strayed" is not explicitly detailed in the reviews, but players appreciate its engaging environment and active community, noting that it runs well on both Quest and PC. While there are minor bugs, the overall experience is preferred over similar games like Rust, and the crossplay feature enhances its appeal.
- “But in Strayed, it's a different story. I like the state it's currently in; though it has minor bugs and drawbacks, I definitely prefer this over Rust.”
- “The servers are always active with a ton of players, and it runs incredibly well on Quest and PC.”
- “This game offers crossplay between PCVR and the Quest platforms, and servers are generally very populated!”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is generally solid, featuring fluid movement and sensible interactions. While performance is decent overall, players have noted minor stutters in more complex areas of the map.
- “The movement is good and fluid, similar to Bonelab. The interactions make sense, and the performance is decent, with only minor stutters in complex new areas of the map.”
- “The optimization allows for smooth gameplay, enhancing the overall experience without significant lag.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs on my system; the optimization really shines in both graphics and performance.”
- “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite the decent performance in some areas, the game struggles with optimization in more complex environments.”
- “The game suffers from significant optimization issues, making it difficult to enjoy the experience fully.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely regarded as funny, with players appreciating its humor throughout the gameplay experience.
- “This game had me laughing out loud with its clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
- “The humor is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its storyline, keeping things light and fun.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is largely negative, with users expressing strong disapproval and suggesting that it may not be suitable for those who are sensitive to its themes or content.