Tower Tag
- May 28, 2020
- VR Nerds
- 15h median play time
Tower Tag is a fast-paced virtual reality game that offers hyper-dynamic, futuristic PVP combat with a grappling hook locomotion system. Players compete in teams to control tower platforms and outmaneuver opponents using tactics and strategy. The game features 1v1, 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 matches, with opportunities for casual play and competitive ranking in the Tower Tag community. Its intuitive controls and motion sickness-free movement make it accessible and immersive.
Reviews
- Tower Tag offers a fun and simple gameplay experience that is easy to learn but has a high skill ceiling, making it enjoyable for both casual and competitive players.
- The game features a friendly and active community, especially on Discord, which helps players find matches and organize games.
- The graphics and movement mechanics are well-designed, providing an immersive experience that feels like a mix of laser tag and paintball.
- The player base is currently very small, making it difficult to find matches without coordinating with friends or using Discord.
- There are reports of bugs and issues with hit registration, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The game lacks variety in terms of maps and game modes, and some players feel that it requires more content to keep it engaging over time.
- gameplay46 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with a rating of 4/5 stars, praised for its fun and straightforward mechanics that are easy to learn, making it accessible for new players. However, some users noted a lack of variety in weapons and maps, and occasional issues with hit detection. Overall, the game offers a fast-paced and strategic experience, especially when played with friends, though some players found certain mechanics uncomfortable.
“The matches are short but fast-paced, the mechanics are simple and easy to learn, but there is a lot of room to grow as a player by being strategic.”
“There's a thrill to a good match that correlates with its seemingly simple mechanics.”
“The gameplay is very simplistic and straightforward, which makes it easy to jump right in and start playing.”
“- the gameplay is not as varied as in other multiplayer shooters: there is only one weapon and very few maps.”
“I would like to see more variety in guns, ammo, gameplay.”
- graphics40 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive generally positive feedback, with many users praising their realism, polished presentation, and unique aesthetic reminiscent of Tron. However, some players express frustration over the lack of adjustable graphics settings and issues with readability in the menu text. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
“The premise, as well as the atmosphere and the graphic and sound design are fantastic.”
“Polished presentation with excellent graphics.”
“Very polished graphics and details, runs smoothly and feels tight.”
“My only issue with it is not having settings for the graphics :(”
“The graphics are horrible to the point where you can't even read the menu text, with no option to increase it.”
“Would be nice if there's a way to manually adjust graphics settings in the game.”
- story8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story of the game is praised for being interesting and engaging, comparable to notable titles like Cyberpunk 2077. However, there are concerns about the dwindling online player base, which affects the overall experience, particularly on the Quest platform. Players express a desire for a Quest port with cross-play capabilities to enhance accessibility and community engagement.
“That's like defending the PS4 and Xbox One versions of Cyberpunk 2077 because the game's story is interesting.”
“And amazing with the Quest 2!”
“This needs a Quest port ASAP with cross-play capability.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its vibrant, neon colors and intense energy, reminiscent of a fusion between laser tag and paintball. Reviewers commend the fantastic graphic and sound design, highlighting the magnificent music that enhances the overall experience. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's appeal, creating an engaging and immersive environment.
“The premise, as well as the atmosphere and the graphic and sound design are fantastic.”
“It is worth adding that the atmosphere, sound and music are magnificent.”
“If you're into a laser tag/paintball atmosphere, this game is for you.”
“The atmosphere feels a bit like a FPS Rocket League, both in terms of neon colors as well as the intensity that a match can bring.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, particularly when high ping players are involved, leading to frequent glitches that often require a complete reboot to resolve. Overall, users find the game to be buggy and lacking in intuitive design.
“The game is just buggy and un-intuitive.”
“Also, the game sometimes glitches when starting matches with one or more high ping players, and the only way to recover is to completely reboot the game.”
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for enhancing immersion and creating an adrenaline-pumping atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the quality of the sound design, noting that it significantly contributes to the overall gaming experience.
“The sound is great and reinforces the feeling that you are in the game; I really liked some of the music that provides good adrenaline.”
“It is worth adding that the atmosphere, sound, and music are magnificent.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is highly praised, with users noting that it runs smoothly and features polished graphics, allowing for an immersive experience without any performance issues distracting from gameplay.
“Performance was very good; I didn't even think about it while playing.”
“Very polished graphics and details; runs smoothly and feels tight.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express disappointment regarding the monetization aspect, feeling misled by advertising that featured a character not present in the game. While the gameplay is enjoyable, the absence of promised content raises concerns about transparency in marketing.