SUPERHOT VR

PSVR feels like it was made for this simply because Superhot VR is indomitable proof of life for Virtual Reality as a gaming platform. If you have PSVR this needs to be your next game.

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"SUPERHOT VR" is a virtual reality game where time only moves when you do, allowing for strategic and thrilling combat experiences. Fight off enemies with a variety of weapons in full 360-degree gameplay, making every move count in this first-person shooter. Gameplay is further enhanced with the inclusion of motion controls for a more immersive experience.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,723 reviews

gameplay507 positive mentions

stability46 negative mentions

gameplay
1,139 mentions
45 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Superhot VR is characterized by its innovative mechanic where time only moves when the player does, creating a unique and immersive experience that feels akin to being in an action movie. However, many players criticize the game for its short playtime, typically around 1.5 to 2 hours, and the poorly implemented throwing mechanics, which detract from the overall enjoyment. While the core gameplay is engaging and fun, the lack of content and repetitive nature of the levels leave some players feeling that it doesn't justify the price tag.
- “The gameplay is just sooooooo good, I love it.”
- “The game is based on the innovative mechanic of time moving only when you move, which allows you to plan your actions, dodge bullets, and unleash your inner action hero.”
- “The mechanics of the game are easy to pick up, grabbing, throwing, shooting, and dodging all come naturally to you and you find yourself getting faster and more accurate as you play.”
- “For a game where 90% of the gameplay loop is grabbing and throwing, it doesn't work on Index. 3/10.”
- “The slow-motion mechanic just doesn't work.”
- “My main problem with this is that the throwing mechanic does not work as intended, making it very hard to control and aim.”
story
996 mentions
18 % positive mentions
76 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The story aspect of "Superhot VR" has received mixed reviews, primarily due to the removal of significant narrative elements that were deemed sensitive, particularly those related to self-harm. Many players feel that this censorship has stripped the game of its original depth and meaning, leaving a disjointed and shallow experience that can be completed in under two hours. While some appreciate the gameplay mechanics and replayability offered through various modes, the consensus is that the story's brevity and the alterations made to it detract from the overall experience.
- “This game's story was amazing, and had very good lore, very fun to finish this game overall.”
- “The worst part about this, in my opinion, is the fact that this affects the actual message the original game's story was trying to tell you.”
- “The story was one of the few things that really made it special, and the devs just butchered it because of it being too disturbing for modern audiences.”
- “The fact that they censored the game also made me lose all respect for the devs since the scenes they removed were important to the story.”
graphics
346 mentions
36 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalist and simplistic style that some players feel has not aged well, wishing for more realistic updates to enhance immersion. While the stark white environments and low-poly designs are effective in creating a unique aesthetic and reducing motion sickness, many reviewers note that the visuals can feel outdated compared to current standards. Despite these criticisms, the graphics are often praised for their ability to support engaging gameplay, making the overall experience enjoyable even if the visuals are not cutting-edge.
- “The graphics are sleek and the overall style of the game is both stylish and innovative.”
- “Overall, Superhot VR is a great VR action game with spectacular slow motion, simple gameplay, and visually appealing graphics.”
- “The unique graphic style is great and interesting.”
- “The extreme-minimal graphics haven't aged that well (in the sense that they were by necessity with early VR/low graphic intensity requirements, whereas that isn't an issue anymore) and I wish there were some update that would give the game more real-world graphics, textures, etc. If it had more lifelike graphics it would be extremely cool.”
- “This game misses some serious visual improvements to keep up with current graphics.”
- “It's not worth $25, especially with the graphics being so minimalistic.”
replayability
321 mentions
39 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players noting its short campaign length—typically around 1-3 hours—yet highlighting the availability of various modes (like endless and challenge modes) that enhance replay value. While some find the game highly replayable due to these additional challenges, others feel that the overall content is limited, leading to a perception of low replayability after the initial playthrough. Overall, it seems that while the game offers some replayable elements, its short duration and limited content may not justify the price for all players.
- “The game's short length is compensated by the replay value, as players will want to go back and try to beat their high scores.”
- “This game makes up for it with high replayability due to the many different modes available, like the endless mode.”
- “Despite the main story being short, it has lots of replayability.”
- “Really cool and fun VR experience, but also very short with almost no replay value.”
- “The game itself is fun, but not super replayable, and that was before the update that removed all 'harmful and disturbing content.' Do not buy a game from the Superhot team; they are cons that will remove content from the games after they sell enough of them.”
- “I almost gave it a thumbs down because the game has absolutely no replay value.”
music
74 mentions
8 % positive mentions
88 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players appreciating the catchy sound effects and the potential for an engaging audio experience. However, a significant number of users expressed disappointment over the lack of an in-game soundtrack, suggesting that playing personal music enhances the experience. Overall, while the integration of music and sound is seen as a key feature, the absence of a dedicated soundtrack is a notable drawback for some players.
- “The latest iteration of the falling-block puzzler comes from Tetsuya Mizuguchi’s Enhance experience and combines music, sound, vibration, and visuals into something that becomes almost transcendent.”
- “I frequently found myself rotating blocks and holding off on dropping them into place not to increase my score, but to enhance the music and sights happening around me.”
- “This game is amazing if you do it right: play the endless mode while listening to music; I recommend movie soundtracks.”
- “There's no music at all.”
- “My biggest complaint is the lack of music in the game.”
- “The only reason why I can't play for 8 hours straight is that there is no active music slightly reflecting what is happening in the game.”
stability
56 mentions
18 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
82 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs and glitches affecting gameplay, including issues with hit registration, movement, and menu functionality. While some players find the game enjoyable and well-optimized for various PC specs, the persistent bugs detract significantly from the overall experience, leading to frustration and calls for urgent fixes. Overall, the game is described as fun but plagued by stability issues that can be game-breaking for some users.
- “Really fun, runs great even on lower end specs, always good to come back to the game even after finishing it, hope they add more.”
- “Runs great and controls feel great (the latest update with the trackpad dominant control scheme really helped a lot!).”
- “Runs great, looks great.”
- “Not worth it, I am the highest rank in shooting games that doesn't use VR. This doesn't track well at all, super buggy, and the hitboxes are super slow. 90% of the time it doesn't register where you shoot/throw stuff; it feels like a 2 seconds delay most of the time.”
- “The game glitches and sometimes bullets you dodged still hit you, and vice versa.”
- “But man, there are a lot of bugs and glitches that need to be fixed before I would recommend this game.”
grinding
50 mentions
6 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
52 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious due to the lack of frequent checkpoints and the necessity to replay levels multiple times. While some appreciate the adrenaline rush and challenge it provides, others feel that the repetitive nature detracts from the overall enjoyment, making the experience frustrating rather than fun. Overall, the game is seen as overly reliant on grinding, which can lead to a sense of monotony.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “A bit grindy.”
- “You have to beat 5 levels in a row for it to save your progress, making it extremely tedious if you end up getting stuck on a level.”
- “I expected more freedom and fun in the game; instead, it was basically just scenario to scenario grinding with no meaning or freedom.”
- “The game itself is okay, but I found that constantly being sent back 3-4 levels every time you mess up and having to do them all over again was tedious.”
humor
48 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both charming and hilarious, particularly in multiplayer settings where friends enjoy watching each other's antics. The game's unique mechanics, such as dodging bullets in a limbo-like fashion, contribute to its comedic appeal, while the developers' dark sense of humor adds an extra layer of enjoyment. Overall, players recommend the game for its funny moments and entertaining gameplay, making it a hit for parties and casual play.
- “This is so unique and funny!”
- “My friends and family were literally rolling on the floor dodging bullets and laughing at each other.”
- “It's so charming and funny, and anyone who hasn't played it, I honestly recommend you go and buy the original right now.”
emotional
34 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, often feeling empowered and immersed, likening their experiences to being a superhero or a character in iconic action films like *The Matrix*. Despite some frustrations with difficulty spikes and content removal, the overall sentiment highlights a unique sense of badassery and exhilaration that few other games have achieved, making it a memorable emotional experience.
- “This game made me feel like I was taking part in the Matrix movies.”
- “This game made me feel like I was above the limitations of human reaction and allowed me to reach a new level of badassery.”
- “Never has a game made me feel more like a badass than this one.”
optimization
34 mentions
29 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing smooth performance on high-end rigs, while others report significant stuttering and stability issues, particularly in scenes with many enemies or objects. While some users appreciate the game's polished feel and execution, others express frustration over inconsistent performance and the need for better hardware optimization across different VR headsets. Overall, the game shows potential for improvement in optimization to enhance the experience for a broader range of players.
- “It's a very 'easy-to-learn, hard-to-master' game, with a lot of potential for it to be optimized.”
- “Game ran fine, didn't experience any performance issues at all.”
- “I found performance to be excellent on a PC with a Core i5 4670K @ 4.4 GHz, 16 GB DDR3-1866 RAM, and a GTX 1070 @ 2050 MHz core, 9000 MHz memory.”
- “The optimization is absolutely terrible, as my PC can handle Pavlov VR just fine, but this game stutters horribly occasionally, and the animations of the 'red guys' stutter as well.”
- “In VR gaming at the moment, usually one can either buy a game created by AAA studios with poor graphics and terrible gameplay off the Quest store, or one can buy a game off of Steam with good graphics, but terrible performance.”
- “There are some issues with performance, optimization, and stability, especially when there are many enemies or objects on the screen.”
atmosphere
14 mentions
43 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and unique qualities, with a blend of slick 1980s aesthetics and a captivating "matrix-style" environment that enhances gameplay. Players appreciate the calmness provided by the graphics, even during intense combat, although some express disappointment over the censorship of key elements that were integral to the overall atmosphere. Overall, the level design and atmospheric elements are considered masterfully executed, contributing significantly to the VR experience.
- “It's straight out awesome, atmospheric, and VR will suck you deep into the rabbit hole.”
- “The whole matrix-style atmosphere is unique and gives the gameplay a whole new perspective.”
- “Due to the simple yet powerful graphics, the game provides a calm atmosphere even during the most combat-intensive parts.”
- “Oh, and now they've also censored key parts of the game that were integral to the atmosphere.”
- “Due to the simple though powerful graphics, the game provides a calm atmosphere even when playing in the most combat-intensive parts.”
- “The level design, atmosphere, achievements, everything is just perfectly mastered in VR.”
monetization
8 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users likening its level design to that of a mobile game filled with quick, simplistic puzzles. Many express frustration over the potential for excessive advertisements, suggesting that the game prioritizes profit over player experience.
- “This game is the definition of cash grab.”
- “The level design almost felt like a mobile game, with tiny puzzles that can be solved in seconds each, and I almost expected an advertisement to come up each time I had to grab the black pyramid thing to go to the next half-second puzzle.”
- “Speedrunning ads dozens of hours to it, it's so much fun.”