Taskmaster VR
- June 19, 2024
- Scallywag Arcade
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamTaskmaster VR brings the hit TV show to virtual reality, challenging you to complete a variety of tasks in a competition judged by the Taskmaster. With a range of items and no single solution, players are encouraged to think creatively and solve the problems in their own way. The game features a creative mode and requires skill, patience, and precision to master the tasks.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Captures the spirit of the Taskmaster show well, with familiar audio, props, and Easter eggs that fans will appreciate.
- The tasks are creative and allow for silly, abstract solutions, making for a fun and engaging experience, especially in a multiplayer setting.
- The developers are actively working on improvements and patches, showing potential for future updates and enhancements.
- Controls and physics are often janky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences and making tasks difficult to complete.
- The game suffers from significant bugs, including game-breaking issues that can prevent progress, particularly in the early levels.
- Many players experience severe motion sickness, making the game unplayable for some, despite adjustments to settings.
- stability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs affecting controls and physics, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences. While it runs well on certain hardware setups, the overall execution feels unpolished, with issues like objects phasing through each other and problematic interaction points.
“Runs great on my medium-tier PC rig using Steam Link with a Quest 3 headset as my VR hardware.”
“The game maintains a smooth frame rate even during intense action sequences.”
“I haven't experienced any crashes or major bugs, which makes for a very stable gaming experience.”
“Controls are a buggy mess.”
“This game is short, buggy, and the physics will annoy you (not in a quirky funny way... although with multiplayer, it could be fun to laugh while others are battling the physics).”
“I found so many issues doing fine movements because my hands would get stuck on something or the pickup point for an object was buggy. It feels like the devs never tried to pick up the briefcase in the garage, or objects would phase through things when they should collide. Your body (which is invisible) manages to get caught on something and doesn't allow you to bend in a way that feels natural.”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story is relatively short, taking about 2.5 hours to complete, and while it runs well on a medium-tier PC with a Quest 3 headset, users report significant playability issues when using a Quest 2.
“I completed the main story in about 2 and a half hours.”
“Unplayable on the Quest 2.”
“I stream wirelessly to a Quest 2 and it’s hard to play.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its buggy physics, which can lead to amusing moments, especially in multiplayer settings. Players find it particularly entertaining when shared with friends or family, as it fosters laughter and enjoyment during gameplay. Overall, while the game has its flaws, these quirks can enhance the fun when played socially.
“Admittedly, it's funny when it happens and it doesn't matter.”
“This game is hilarious when you cast it to the TV and let your friends/family watch.”
“My wife and I spent a good few hours playing through tasks and laughing at each other's performance.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for being frustrating and unfulfilling, with some users feeling that it lacks engaging mechanics, such as a "pass the headset" feature that could enhance multiplayer interaction. Additionally, those unfamiliar with the source material may find the experience lacking compared to other VR games available.
“But that's not enough to redeem it for me when the gameplay itself is frustrating and unfulfilling.”
“If this had a 'pass the headset' type mechanic, it sure would make the current lobby not feel so desolate and lonely.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, with players appreciating its familiarity and integration with the audio cues. The soundtrack enhances the overall experience, complemented by engaging banter and clever fan service, including enjoyable easter eggs. Overall, it contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
“The good: it's taskmaster, it's familiar with the audio, sounds, and musical cues.”
“I generally like it; I love the show, so all of the music, the props, the locations, and having Alex and Greg bantering is fun. The fan service is great.”
“From the little easter eggs to the music and sound effects, it’s incredible.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game evoke a sense of familiarity for fans of the series, but the overly cartoony art style has drawn mixed reactions. While some players appreciate the vibrant visuals and enjoyable exploration of the environment, others feel that the character designs, particularly for Greg and Alex, could be improved. Overall, the visuals contribute to a fun experience, despite some reservations about the artistic direction.
“The game visuals are nice and fun to wander around the house. I know some didn't like the audio of Greg/Alex, but I thought it was fine, considering they obviously chopped them up to reflect the choices the player made, which does give it more replayability.”
“I appreciate the familiarity with the series, but the art style is questionable; it's way too cartoony. Greg and Alex look okay, but overall, it's not what I expected.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail that modern games offer. It's disappointing to see such a beloved franchise not keeping up with visual standards.”
“While the game has its charm, the graphics are a major letdown. The character designs are overly simplistic and don't match the tone of the story.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its numerous approaches to completing tasks and the inclusion of a level editor, allowing players to experiment creatively. Additionally, the abundance of unique items enhances the potential for extended gameplay.
“There is a fair bit of replayability with the countless ways to tackle the tasks, and the level editor to showcase my creativity.”
“It does have replayability, and you can certainly extend the tasks much longer with the plethora of unique items you find lying around.”
“There is a fair bit of replayability with the countless ways to tackle the tasks, and the level editor to show off my disappointing imagination.”
“It does have replayability, and you can certainly stretch out the tasks much longer with the plethora of weird stuff you find lying around.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
While players enjoy the gameplay and cooperative experience, there are notable issues with bugs and performance that detract from the overall experience.
“Of course, I have to mention the bugs and performance.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game received criticism for lacking depth, with one user expressing disappointment over a scene that felt disconnected and unimpactful.
