The Burst

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The Burst is a single player shooter game with post-apocalyptic and science fiction themes. It was developed by GoRapid Studio and was released on August 8, 2024. It received neutral reviews from players.

The Burst is a smashing high-speed VR shooter. Play as a spec ops operative to bring down the tyrannical warband leader and her goons. Restore order on a prison planet the best way you can - with violence.

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51%

Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features an ambitious blend of action, parkour, and a variety of guns, making it engaging for players who enjoy fast-paced gameplay.
The level design is praised for its continuous gameplay without loading screens, reminiscent of classic titles like Half-Life.
The art style and sound design contribute to an immersive experience, with a gritty post-apocalyptic aesthetic and a fitting metal soundtrack.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and janky mechanics, including inconsistent controls, poor AI behavior, and issues with jumping and vehicle handling.
Many players find the enemy AI to be lacking, often behaving like practice dummies and failing to provide a challenging experience.
The game is criticized for its lack of polish and clarity in gameplay mechanics, leading to confusion and frustration during play.

story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
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9%
The story in Burst VR is described as having potential, with characters and voice acting that elevate it above many other VR titles, though its pacing and clarity can be confusing at times. While some players found the main narrative elements easy to follow, others struggled to grasp the relevance of certain parts, indicating a mixed reception regarding its storytelling. Overall, the presence of a story adds value, but its execution may leave players wanting more coherence and engagement.
- “I like that there is an actual story with characters and voice acting.”
- “Every time I played it, I had very positive feelings about the immersive mechanics and new ideas, as well as the story.”
- “The Burst VR suffers from problems that most indie games do on their launch: bugs that everybody will see (but the devs somehow didn't), tanky and buggy enemies that stand around and yell at you, crappy controls, confusing puzzles, and a story that only the devs with their insight can enjoy.”
- “Not sure if I fully understood the relevance of all of the parts of the story, or what my goals were at times, but the fact that it has a story at all puts it above a number of other VR games.”
- “I am not sure if I fully understood the story; the pacing is a little odd at times, but there was a pretty good amount of story here, not just mindless action.”
gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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58%
13%
The gameplay is praised for its immersive mechanics, continuous level design without loading screens, and a blend of innovative features from various VR games, including enjoyable parkour elements and a unique grappling hook mechanic. However, players have noted inconsistencies with the grabbing mechanics, which can detract from the overall experience. While the fast-paced action and fun gunplay are highlights, the presence of both excellent and frustrating mechanics creates a mixed reception.
- “I really liked the level design and the continuous gameplay; no loading at all, every mission continues like a Half-Life game.”
- “It combines a lot of mechanics from different VR games and makes them new and fresh.”
- “The parkour gameplay is quite fun.”
- “Another deterioration seems to be the remote grab or grab mechanics in general.”
- “Whatever it is, the demo worked perfectly in this regard but now the grabbing mechanics are incredibly janky.”
- “Especially with the inconsistent edge grab mechanics.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game feature a stylized, cartoonish art style that effectively captures a post-apocalyptic atmosphere, though they are not graphically intensive. While the visuals are generally well-designed and create an engaging world, many players note issues with low-resolution textures and noticeable pop-in, particularly in denser urban areas. Overall, the graphics are appreciated for their aesthetic but are seen as needing improvement in detail and fidelity.
- “When it comes to visuals, while it's not graphically intensive, it does have a nice art style that makes the world feel interesting, especially as you make your way into the denser, more urban areas.”
- “They are not necessarily the most detailed, but the art style still looks nice and everything is well designed and constructed.”
- “The graphics and style are good but not the best, but because of their simplicity, the game runs smoothly.”
- “There also seems to be some regression from the demo in terms of graphics as I am noticing a lot more pop-in; however, it seems to be mostly in the right eye, so perhaps the error lies in the spectator camera - just a guess.”
- “Graphics could be improved; there are a lot of low-resolution textures on objects you get very close to or walls that you need to climb, but they look like set dressing instead. Also, the level of detail needs to be improved; there are far too many objects popping into view.”
- “The art style is neat, but the texture quality leaves something to be desired.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with many users highlighting the impactful metal soundtrack that enhances the combat experience. Overall, the sound design contributes positively to the game's cool style and engaging gunplay.
- “The sound design is fantastic, and the metal music for combat is a must-have.”
- “Awesome music!”
- “The overall style is cool, featuring great music and solid gunplay.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of Burst VR is marred by common launch issues typical of indie games, including noticeable bugs, unresponsive enemies, and subpar controls. Players have reported stuttering and freezing during transitions between sections, although gameplay remains smooth during action sequences. Overall, the game struggles with stability, impacting the overall experience.
- “The Burst VR suffers from problems that most indie games do on their launch: bugs that everybody will see (but the devs somehow didn't), tanky and buggy enemies that stand around and yell at you, crappy controls, confusing puzzles, and a story that only the devs with their insight can enjoy.”
- “There were some stutters and freezes when it seemed to be between sections and loading the new areas, but never during the action.”
- “There were some stutters and freezes when it seemed to be between sections and loading the new areas, but never during the action.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features good but not exceptional graphics, which contribute to its smooth performance. Players have reported running the game at 120Hz without any performance issues, indicating effective optimization. Overall, the simplicity of the graphics aids in maintaining a stable and fluid gameplay experience.
- “Performance was good, played at 120Hz with no performance issues.”
- “The graphics and style are good but not the best, but because of their simplicity, the game runs smoothly.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”