Surgeon Simulator: Experience Reality

54%
Game Brain Score Based on 791 reviews
  • story
  • stability
  • humor
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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

54%
Audience ScoreBased on 791 reviews
story6 positive mentions
stability35 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and entertaining, especially for those who enjoy fast-paced, mildly gory games.
  • The VR experience adds a new level of immersion and control compared to the original game.
  • There are many humorous moments and easter eggs that enhance the overall enjoyment.
  • The game is very short, with many players completing it in under two hours, leading to a lack of replayability.
  • There are significant bugs, including a black screen issue that affects gameplay and requires workarounds.
  • The controls can be frustrating and imprecise, making certain surgeries overly difficult or nearly impossible.
  • story65 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is largely viewed as minimal or non-existent, with many players comparing it to a simple gameplay experience akin to "Temple Run" rather than a narrative-driven adventure. While some users find the gameplay rewarding and fun, especially in a VR context, the overall consensus is that the game lacks a substantial story component, focusing instead on the mechanics of performing surgeries. Additionally, technical issues such as black screens and tracking problems detract from the experience, further emphasizing the game's gameplay over narrative depth.

    • “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).”
    • “This game has no story.”
    • “It's like playing 'Temple Run' for the story.”
    • “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).”
  • stability36 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting significant bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, particularly during brain surgery levels. While some players find the bugs add a layer of fun, many others describe the experience as frustrating and unplayable, especially due to issues like erratic physics and poor hitboxes. Overall, the game is considered too unstable for a full-price purchase, with many recommending it only if on sale.

    • “Runs great and I haven't experienced any of the issues others are talking about.”
    • “The game is incredibly stable; I've had no crashes or bugs during my playthrough.”
    • “I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it feels very polished and reliable.”
    • “Game is a buggy mess if you can get it to run at all.”
    • “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.”
  • humor35 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it funny due to its janky controls and absurd scenarios, particularly in multiplayer settings. While some appreciate the comedic elements and chaotic physics, others criticize the VR adaptation for being frustrating and less enjoyable than the original. Overall, it is seen as a humorous experience, especially for those familiar with the series, but the execution leaves much to be desired.

    • “Hilarious game to play with friends one after another.”
    • “The different possible ways to complete the jobs are hilarious and add a bit more depth.”
    • “A fantastic party game to show people how funny and fun VR can be.”
  • graphics35 mentions

    The graphics in the game are generally described as good for a VR title, with a simple yet effective art style that enhances immersion. However, players have reported significant issues with performance and graphical settings, particularly on certain headsets, leading to bugs like black screens and flickering. While the visuals can look fantastic at lower settings, higher presets may cause problems, suggesting a need for better optimization.

    • “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.”
    • “Played on Index and the black screen bug is annoying; I had to opt into a beta to even get the visuals to run through the headset.”
    • “For many systems (though thankfully not mine), the graphics are outright broken, requiring finagling the headset around to get to the settings in VR without viewing through VR before it will actually work.”
    • “I play on low graphic settings with a GTX 980 and it's barely playable.”
  • gameplay24 mentions

    The gameplay of this VR title is characterized by fun mechanics and responsive controls, effectively utilizing the VR setting, though some players find it overly simplistic and reminiscent of the original Surgeon Simulator. While the game features enjoyable elements like the flashlight mechanic, many users criticize the clunky grab mechanics and lack of challenge, suggesting that it could benefit from a revamp to enhance the overall experience. Despite mixed reviews, the game is noted for its polished presentation and engaging, albeit short, gameplay.

    • “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.”
    • “The entire gameplay needs to be revamped.”
    • “Still seems to have an issue with Valve Index having black screens instead of gameplay.”
    • “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 in the arse to pick up.”
  • optimization16 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received largely negative feedback, with many users reporting significant performance issues regardless of their hardware specifications. While some players experienced acceptable performance at lower settings, others found the game poorly optimized, particularly for specific controllers, leading to an overall frustrating experience.

    • “Good performance on my system (i7 3770k @ 4.4ghz, gtx 1070, 16gb ram @ 2.2ghz) at lowest settings.”
    • “I have never had performance issues and have a 960.”
    • “The performance is ok, but it could do with some tweaking.”
    • “The performance was agonizing.”
    • “Not optimized for index controllers.”
    • “The performance issues are huge.”
  • music7 mentions

    The music in the game has received positive feedback for its catchy and memorable tunes, with players often enjoying it enough to revisit the game just to listen. However, some users experienced technical issues that detracted from their overall enjoyment, including black screens and controller malfunctions, which overshadowed the musical experience. Overall, the 80s-style soundtrack is highlighted as a standout feature, despite the game's other shortcomings.

    • “I honestly just boot up the game now to jam to the music and mess around in the office.”
    • “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).”
    • “Unplayable. At first, I saw only a black screen with music in the background. After trying to fix that by switching bloom options, I was able to see, but my hands were swapped (left controller was right hand and right controller, right you guessed it, was left hand in-game). So I stopped fighting with it and just uninstalled. Thankfully, it was part of a Humble Bundle pack because paying full price for this is a joke.”
    • “Not much to say; in the normal version, I get a black screen with elevator music and that's it.”
  • replayability7 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is largely criticized, with many users noting a lack of engaging content that would encourage repeated play. While some see it as a fun party game for specific audiences, the consensus is that it offers minimal replay value beyond social interactions.

    • “🔲 infinitely replayable”
    • “Honestly, this game does not have the most amount of replayability to me, however it makes for a great party game, especially when parts of your family and friends are in the medical field.”
    • “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.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.

    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I was getting nowhere.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is generally regarded as decent, contributing positively to the overall experience despite some mechanical issues and noticeable problems throughout.

    • “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 atmospheric elements create a sense of tension and excitement that keeps you engaged throughout.”
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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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