Surgeon Simulator: Experience Reality

48%
Game Brain Score Based on 510 reviews
  • humor
  • story
  • stability
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It’s largely the same hilarious, gory surgery sim you know and love, but its mechanics don't translate well to VR.
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Surgeon Simulator: Experience Reality brings the humorous surgical game to VR, allowing players to use their own two hands to perform procedures with enhanced realism. This version includes new surgery environments and the same twisted humor as the original, while holding players fully accountable for their actions with an improved control system. Please note that sanitary conditions may be questionable.

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Virtual Reality
  • Windows
  • Oculus Rift
  • Play​Station
  • Play​Station VR
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Reviews

48%
Audience ScoreBased on 510 reviews
humor28 positive mentions
stability26 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and provides a hilarious experience, especially when playing with friends.
  • The VR controls allow for a more immersive experience compared to the original game.
  • Great graphics and sound effects that enhance the overall gameplay.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, making some surgeries nearly impossible to complete.
  • Controls can be frustrating and unintuitive, leading to a less enjoyable experience.
  • The game is very short, with many players completing it in under two hours, making it feel overpriced.
  • humor28 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it funny due to its absurdity and janky mechanics, reminiscent of the original title. However, the transition to VR has led to frustrations with controls that detract from the comedic experience, making it feel less enjoyable for some. Overall, while the game retains its humorous essence, the execution in VR has left some players disappointed.

    • “Very funny VR game, all the jank is funny.”
    • “The different possible ways to complete the jobs are hilarious and add a bit more depth.”
    • “Like this is far from an accurate simulator, which I think is what makes it fun; the tools used are absurd, which is hilarious.”
  • story28 mentions

    The game's story is described as simplistic and reminiscent of "Surgeon Simulator," with a focus on short and easy missions that can be frustrating due to technical issues, such as black screens upon failure. Players express excitement for the gameplay but note that the narrative lacks depth, making it feel more like a series of challenges rather than a cohesive story. Overall, while the game is fun, its brevity and technical glitches detract from a more engaging storytelling experience.

    • “Let me tell you the story.”
    • “The moral of the story, kids.”
    • “Story- and gameplay-wise it's certainly just like Surgeon Simulator, even if a whole lot easier and shorter (except for the bugged brain surgery).”
    • “I was very excited to try this game, but with Meta Quest 2, it was impossible.”
    • “Every time you fail a mission, the screen goes black.”
    • “Story- and gameplay-wise, it's certainly just like Surgeon Simulator, even if a whole lot easier and shorter (except for the bugged brain surgery).”
  • stability27 mentions

    The game is widely criticized for its instability, with numerous reports of bugs and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay, particularly during critical tasks like brain surgery. While some players find the bugs add a layer of fun, many others deem the game unplayable due to issues like erratic physics, poor hitboxes, and lack of tutorials. Overall, the consensus is that the game's current state is too buggy for a satisfactory experience, making it hard to recommend at full price.

    • “Runs great and I haven't experienced any of the issues others are talking about.”
    • “The game is incredibly stable; I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs.”
    • “I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it runs without any hiccups.”
    • “Really buggy and glitchy, the brain level is almost unplayable due to the brain flying out of the person's head.”
    • “The game can be extremely buggy at times but when you overlook that it is a very enjoyable game.”
    • “In its current state, this game is way too buggy to play.”
  • gameplay17 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by fun mechanics and responsive controls, making it enjoyable, especially in a VR setting. However, many users find the controls clunky and the overall challenge lacking compared to the original Surgeon Simulator, with some mechanics feeling unnecessary or poorly implemented. While the game retains the humor and chaos of its predecessor, it may not fully capitalize on the potential of VR.

    • “This game looks great, runs well, has responsive controls and tracking, and gameplay that takes full advantage of the VR setting.”
    • “All the bells, whistles, and derpy gameplay with the added bonus of being in VR.”
    • “Great, this one keeps the basic gameplay but gives it more polish.”
    • “Without the intentionally bad controls, this game is way too easy; you could probably beat every operation with an A with ease. Also, this game offers almost nothing more than the original Surgeon Simulator could. I mean, the game tries to add stuff like the flashlight mechanic in the brain surgery level, but even still, when I play the game, I wonder: 'What was the point in this game being VR?' Anyway, if you already have the original game, I would recommend you just play that instead.”
    • “The mechanics are clunky as hell, with your hands turning see-through as soon as you slightly touch a solid surface, and things being a real pain to pick up.”
    • “It’s largely the same hilarious, gory surgery sim you know and love, but its mechanics don't translate well to VR.”
  • graphics17 mentions

    The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with many users praising their quality and immersive experience, especially for a VR title. However, some players have encountered issues with graphical settings, particularly on lower-end hardware, leading to performance problems and bugs. Overall, while the visuals are appealing, adjustments may be necessary for optimal gameplay on various systems.

    • “I don't know how they translated the visuals this well, but it looks fantastic.”
    • “The pros: full VR support, graphics are great, and the immersion is off the charts.”
    • “It has good graphics.”
    • “If you're comfortable with reverse engineering a game library, modifying it to disable a broken graphic effect, compiling it again, and using your modified library, you can get a working game. Otherwise, you will just have a black screen.”
    • “I play on low graphic settings with a GTX 980 and it's barely playable.”
    • “I did notice that the high graphic preset had worse quality compared to the other two options.”
  • optimization13 mentions

    Overall, the optimization of the game has received significant criticism, with many users reporting severe performance issues regardless of their hardware specifications. While some players experience acceptable performance at lower settings, others struggle with consistent frame drops and poor compatibility with specific controllers, indicating a need for substantial improvements.

    • “I have never had performance issues and have a 960.”
    • “The performance is okay, but it could do with some tweaking.”
    • “Good performance on my system (i7 3770k @ 4.4ghz, gtx 1070, 16gb ram @ 2.2ghz) at lowest settings.”
    • “Poorly optimized piece of dookie.”
    • “Not optimized for Index controllers.”
    • “The performance issues are huge.”
  • replayability5 mentions

    Overall, the game is criticized for its lack of replayability, with many reviewers noting that it offers little incentive to play again after the initial experience. While it may serve as a fun party game, especially among those in the medical field, the consensus is that it does not provide substantial replay value.

    • “This game makes for a great party experience, especially when you have family and friends in the medical field.”
    • “The only replay value comes from playing with your friends.”
    • “But due to a lack of replayability and a fair bit of lagginess and confusion caused by the game, I must say that I can't recommend it for now.”
    • “The only replay value is that for your friends.”
    • “There is no replay value for this game either.”
  • music4 mentions

    The game's music has received high praise for its catchy and memorable tunes, with many players enjoying the 80s-inspired soundtrack so much that they often return to the game just to listen to it. The ability to replay corridor music through cassette tapes adds to the overall enjoyment and nostalgia.

    • “The great 80s style music is rad.”
    • “The reception music is lodged in my brain for a reason (I won't try to take it out with a hammer).”
    • “I honestly just boot up the game now to jam to the music and mess around in the office.”
    • “You can still listen to the corridor music with the cassette tapes.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is generally regarded as decent, contributing positively to the overall experience despite some mechanical issues and jankiness. However, players note that there is a significant problem that detracts from the enjoyment.

    • “The atmosphere in this game is truly immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and sound design.”
    • “Every corner of the game is filled with a unique ambiance that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The combination of music, environmental sounds, and visual aesthetics creates a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
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Critic Reviews

45% average critic score

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Play time

4hMedian play time
4hAverage play time
2-5hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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