The Exorcist: Legion VR

72%
Game Brain Score Based on 220 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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The horror genre gets serious in VR as you face the world of exorcisms and evil.
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"The Exorcist: Legion VR" is a horror game that puts you in the role of an exorcist, investigating and performing exorcisms in a series of five episodes. Using tracked controllers and teleport or free roam locomotion, you will face supernatural entities and confront your deepest fears. This immersive and interactive experience is based on the world created by William Peter Blatty, known for his novel 'The Exorcist'.

  • PC
  • Virtual Reality
  • Windows
  • Oculus Quest
  • Play​Station
  • Play​Station VR
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Reviews

72%
Audience ScoreBased on 220 reviews
story7 positive mentions
grinding1 negative mentions
  • The game has a terrifying atmosphere with great sound design that enhances the horror experience.
  • The graphics are impressive, creating an immersive environment that draws players into the story.
  • The game features engaging detective work and puzzles, making it more than just a series of jump scares.
  • The game is very short, with many players completing chapters in under 30 minutes, leading to complaints about value for money.
  • There are significant issues with controller mapping and bugs, particularly for Oculus Quest users, preventing them from progressing in the game.
  • The episodic format means players have to pay for each chapter separately, which some feel is a cash grab given the short length of each chapter.
  • story48 mentions

    The game's story has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating its engaging atmosphere and immersive elements, while others criticize its pacing and complexity, feeling it reveals too much too soon. Many users noted that the narrative is compelling enough to keep them invested, despite some frustrations with the gameplay mechanics and the reliance on text for backstory. Overall, while the story is not considered a masterpiece, it effectively draws players into its horror-themed world.

    • “Story-driven experiences like this are a whole new medium; the possibilities and potential of which are truly mind-blowing.”
    • “Wolf & Wood do such a great job of telling you a story, but making you feel like you are a part of it without noticing, or feeling like it's being forced on you.”
    • “From the gripping story, artwork, and sound effects, this is one of the best VR games I’ve played.”
    • “The only criticism so far is I think the story reveals a bit too much too soon, and it would maybe have been better to allow the story to develop more slowly in the course of the investigation.”
    • “Now for the gripes: the story moves way too fast.”
    • “And to be honest, you don't really do all that much either but read a bunch of backstory and listen to tapes, along with some disappointingly easy 'puzzles'.”
  • graphics35 mentions

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising their high quality and immersive atmosphere, particularly in VR settings. While some players find the visuals to be fantastic and well-polished, others feel they are merely decent and occasionally underwhelming compared to other titles. Overall, the game's graphics contribute significantly to the horror experience, enhancing both the scares and the storytelling.

    • “Beautiful graphics, well-made game.”
    • “Graphics: the graphics in this game are fantastic.”
    • “The game has great locomotion options to suit your VR needs, the graphics are fantastic and the sound is spine-tingling.”
    • “The graphics were decent but can feel a bit underwhelming in comparison to other titles out there.”
    • “It's graphically pretty average, but the graphics get the job done.”
    • “Graphics are passable enough without being fantastic, the lighting in parts is decent.”
  • gameplay35 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the mechanics and graphics are solid, the overall length of gameplay is disappointingly short, often averaging around 10-30 minutes per episode. Players appreciate the intriguing mechanics and immersive experience, but express frustration over the episodic format and pricing, feeling that the cost does not justify the limited gameplay time. Additionally, some users have reported issues with glitches and controls that detract from the overall experience.

    • “The mechanics and tracking are really well done, and it has awesome sound quality!”
    • “2+ hours of interesting gameplay now after the 3rd episode's launch.”
    • “Once you get familiar with the game mechanics and how to use your items, things are still creepy but not as scary in the same way the first chapter is.”
    • “Less than 20 minutes of gameplay (and it was only that long because I like to mess around with items you can pick up for too long).”
    • “I can get an hour and a half horror movie for $5 at most and this game is asking for $25 for a whopping 100 minutes of gameplay.”
    • “Finished the first episode after 10 minutes of gameplay where nothing really happens.”
  • atmosphere34 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its creepiness and ability to evoke dread, enhanced by exceptional sound design and lighting. Reviewers highlight the immersive experience that effectively builds tension without relying solely on jump scares, making it a standout in the VR horror genre. Overall, the atmosphere is described as brilliant, terrifying, and integral to the game's storytelling and emotional impact.

    • “Terrifying, thematic, atmospheric, dread-inspiring.”
    • “The best part of this game is probably the sound design which is phenomenal, really ups the atmosphere and makes for a great experience.”
    • “The atmosphere is absolutely perfect and fits right into the theme of the movies.”
    • “Their ability to create tense and uncomfortable atmospheres is second to none.”
    • “Creepy atmosphere throughout, and some real horror moments at times.”
    • “Excellent use of lighting and audio (both music and ambient sounds), terrifying atmosphere, and decent storytelling.”
  • music9 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to create a terrifying atmosphere, with powerful soundscapes and effective use of ambient sounds that enhance the overall immersion. Reviewers note that the soundtrack and voice acting contribute significantly to the game's creepiness, often eliciting strong emotional reactions, including fear and goosebumps. Overall, the music is considered a key element that elevates the gaming experience, making it both memorable and chilling.

    • “Very creepy sounds in the background, nice voices, and soundtrack.”
    • “The scares are amazing, the environment is immersive and gives you chills when strolling through, the music is beyond scary, and the voice acting for the evil entities is stunning.”
    • “Music is what makes the game so scary as it’s used to great effect to create a creepy atmosphere.”
    • “I commend them for this as I had instant goosebumps when the game title pops up and jarring music assaults you.”
    • “The scares are amazing, the environment is immersive and gives you chills when strolling through, the music is beyond scary, the voice acting for the evil entities are stunning.”
  • replayability6 mentions

    The game's replayability is mixed among users; while some appreciate the achievements and puzzles that encourage multiple playthroughs, others find it lacking in content and variety, leading to minimal replay value. Overall, it seems that while there are elements that can enhance replayability, many players feel the game does not offer enough to warrant repeated plays.

    • “2022, still one of my favorite VR horror games, lots of replay value with the achievements and a few puzzles.”
    • “But if you want bang for your buck and replayability, then go buy 'In Death' now and don't look back.”
    • “Although I only got 75% completion on both chapters, so there is some replay value.”
    • “It's not gonna offer a lot of replayability.”
    • “Zero replayability.”
    • “It really has no replay value that I can think of otherwise.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The optimization of the game is praised for its clarity and attention to detail in the environments, but users express frustration over the lack of a free or discounted upgrade path to a superior version that offers improved performance and additional features.

    • “Great optimization, clarity, and attention to detail in the environments.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be impactful, with some experiencing discomfort and unease initially, but ultimately adapting to its patterns. This emotional journey enhances the overall experience, distinguishing it from other horror games.

    • “In comparison to other horror games, this one made me feel uncomfortable a few times in the beginning, but then I learned its patterns.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated, particularly for its comedic value during streaming, though some players find it difficult to take the game seriously due to its over-the-top antics.

    • “It's a hilarious game that will have you rolling on the floor laughing, especially if you stream it!”
    • “The humor is top-notch, making every moment entertaining and light-hearted.”
    • “I love how the game blends clever jokes with absurd situations, keeping the laughs coming!”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find grinding in the game to be tedious, particularly when it involves replaying completed puzzle sections in VR, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “I appreciate this since replaying puzzle sections in VR that you have already completed is quite tedious.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, users report minor stability issues, including a few day-one glitches, occasional collision problems, and intermittent loss of hand tracking.

    • “There were a couple of day one glitches, including collision issues and losing hand tracking once or twice.”
    • “The game experienced several stability problems, particularly with tracking and collision detection.”
    • “I encountered multiple glitches that affected gameplay, such as losing hand tracking intermittently.”
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Critic Reviews

82% average critic score

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Play time

6hMedian play time
6hAverage play time
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