Swords of Gurrah

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In Swords of Gurrah, enter a Virtual Reality world of intense hand-to-hand combat as a Sci-Fi Gladiator, where you can fight up to 12 players with a huge variety of weapons. Experience life-like battles with blocks and parries shattering and regrowing on every collision, and engage in single player or multiplayer online gameplay. Skill is essential as you swing, slice, slash, dodge, and duck to emerge victorious.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,528 reviews

gameplay116 positive mentions

stability36 negative mentions

The game features a unique combat system where weapons shatter on impact, encouraging strategic play rather than mindless flailing.
The community is friendly and welcoming, with many players willing to help newcomers learn the mechanics.
The developer is actively involved in the community, frequently engaging with players and implementing feedback for improvements.

The game has been criticized for a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches, especially during off-peak hours.
There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including problems with hit detection and weapon mechanics that can detract from the overall experience.
The game is still in early access and lacks a comprehensive tutorial, leaving new players to figure out mechanics on their own.

gameplay
282 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
55%
4%
The gameplay of "Swords of Gurrah" features innovative mechanics that promote strategic sword fighting, including a unique weapon shattering and regeneration system that prevents spam attacks. While many players find the combat engaging and fun, issues such as janky hitboxes, a lack of online players, and a broken tutorial detract from the overall experience. The game shows promise, especially with its community and potential for improvement, but it currently requires significant updates to enhance its mechanics and player engagement.
- “The gameplay is great and addicting; this game is worth every cent.”
- “The mechanics are fantastic, the game modes are fun, and the community is really friendly.”
- “The combat is nearly flawless, the gameplay is smooth and addicting, and the mechanics are masterfully designed and implemented.”
- “The tutorial is broken, the mechanics are too buggy and don't work half the time; overall not fun, felt like I should've been paid to play this.”
- “There are so many major bugs and issues with gameplay that have needed fixing for months, and through several updates to the game, none of it was even touched on.”
- “It's launch day, the game is absolute jank; the weapons feel inconsistent and crappy, the harden blade mechanic is confusing and unresponsive.”
graphics
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
50%
6%
The graphics of the game receive generally positive feedback, with many users praising their creativity and visual appeal, particularly in the context of an indie title. While some players note that the art style is stylized yet not distracting, others express concerns about the lack of graphical settings and occasional clunky mechanics. Overall, the visuals are described as impressive and smooth, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience, especially in VR.
- “The cyber gladiator art style is very stylized but isn't distracting to the point where you can't focus on the combat.”
- “This game is amazing in so many perspectives, the graphics are overwhelming, the creativity is thriving, more up-to-date stuff soon to come by devster.”
- “The graphics are very inventive and pretty to look at, the environments, though limited (it's early access) show a lot of creativity and care went into making this whole thing work.”
- “No menu, no graphics settings, nada.”
- “Extremely disappointing, the mechanics are clunky and unrefined, not satisfying; visuals are great if you want to have an epileptic seizure, overall, don't.”
- “The world setting is sometimes lackluster in far distant visuals, but close and interactive environments are clean for a VR experience.”
stability
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and server issues that significantly hinder the gameplay experience. Many players describe it as a "buggy mess" that lacks updates and polish, making it unplayable for those seeking a smooth experience. While some find enjoyment despite the flaws, the overall consensus is that the game is not recommended for players who prioritize stability and functionality.
- “The game was a buggy mess that barely worked, got stuck outside the map and had to restart the match a few times as there is no way to force respawn.”
- “Despite its bugs, it hasn't been updated in over a year, so it's a completely dead buggy mess that doesn't look like it'll ever get the attention they're charging for.”
- “It's a shame because it was very fun to get into, but it's so fundamentally flawed and buggy that I have no plans to return to the game.”
story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
85%
9%
The game's story aspect is currently minimal, with players noting a lack of depth in the narrative. However, there is optimism for future developments, including potential co-op PvE elements and story-driven maps, as the developer is focused on enhancing the game with a quest port and additional content over the next year. Overall, while the existing story is sparse, there is hope for improvement and expansion in the future.
- “Dev says there is still ~1 more year of development, with single-player/coop missions coming... so bots are on the way... and a workshop for user-created content.”
- “Gurrah doesn't have much story-wise.”
- “I see promise with its possible addition to co-op PvE and story-driven maps.”
- “---{story}---”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its chaotic and intense combat, which often leads to hilarious moments, especially during large battles. Players enjoy the skill-based gameplay, finding joy in both the competitive and comedic aspects of sword fighting with friends. Overall, the game successfully blends skill and humor, making for entertaining experiences.
- “Spent an hour just 1v1ing with a friend laughing the whole time.”
- “Large fights lend themselves well to chaos and humor.”
- “Combat with other players is hilarious, like you are battling side-by-side with allies Mordhau style.”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
Overall, the game is praised for its excellent optimization, running smoothly even on lower-end VR systems, with only minor stuttering during initial map loading that does not impact gameplay. However, there are concerns regarding server performance, indicating room for improvement in that area. Players express hope for further optimizations and additional gameplay features in the future.
- “I do not have the best system for VR and it runs smooth as butter. The only performance problem would be the first 10 seconds of a map loading; I kind of stutter for a bit before I can move smoothly, and honestly, it does not affect the fighting in any way.”
- “It's easily the best optimized VR game I have, playing with absolutely no lag on either the game's side or my hardware's side.”
- “Top out server optimization and you'll have yourself a great game.”
- “Will keep it; hope it will evolve with more optimizations and gameplay styles like checkpoints and missions, perhaps.”
- “Performance = check”
- “I do not have the best system for VR, and it runs smooth as butter. The only performance problem would be the first 10 seconds of a map loading; I kind of stutter for a bit before I can move smoothly, and honestly, it does not affect the fighting in any way.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
50%
33%
Players find the current replayability of the game lacking, with suggestions for improvements such as the addition of AI bots to enhance gameplay. However, anticipation for an upcoming content update promises to significantly increase replayability by introducing new game modes and genres, which could revitalize interest in the game.
- “With the game's first big content drop coming within the next month, the game is going to house a lot more replayability, not just hack and slash, but a whole other genre and never-before-seen scope of game modes, cyber ninjas, juggernaut, killer disk, and many more.”
- “Pretty fun but lacks replayability.”
- “With the game's first big content drop coming within the next month, the game is going to house a lot more replayability, not just hack and slash but a whole other genre and never-before-seen scope of game modes, cyber ninjas, juggernaut, killer disk, and many more.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its supportive and welcoming community, which fosters a sense of belonging among players. With engaging events like tournaments and training sessions, the game cultivates a wholesome environment that enhances the overall experience, making it one of the most positive communities in the VR gaming space.
- “The player base may not be the largest, but they compensate for it by being incredibly wholesome and welcoming to new players, especially the developers. Joining the Sword of Gurrah Discord is a must!”
- “Cash prize tournaments, community events, joining houses, and training sessions all add depth and emotion to the game. The community is honestly one of the most wholesome and amazing ones I've encountered in my nearly 3 years of playing over 100 VR games.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some users highlighting its quality while others find it lacking. Overall, the sound design complements the gameplay but may not stand out as a memorable feature.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, often likening it to needing a "second life" to manage the demands.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Reviewers feel that the game's atmosphere could be significantly improved with better polish in the user interface and overall visual design. Enhancements in these areas are seen as essential for creating a more immersive experience.
- “I think the game just needs more polish in general with the UI and look of things to help better create the atmosphere.”

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