Ultimechs

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Ultimechs is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by Resolution Games and was released on September 15, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Your mech is ready. The crowd roars. Welcome to the arena! The thrill of professional athletics meets the precision of purpose-built machines in Ultimechs, the next multiplayer VR gaming experience from Resolution Games.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 103 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

story1 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and addictive experience, combining elements of Rocket League with unique mechanics that allow for enjoyable gameplay.
It is free to play, making it accessible for a wide audience, and has potential for growth with more players and content updates.
The mechanics are engaging, with a satisfying control system that allows for strategic gameplay and teamwork in matches.

The game suffers from a lack of player population, making it difficult to find matches and diminishing the multiplayer experience.
Movement is limited to teleportation, which some players find restrictive and less immersive compared to traditional VR locomotion.
The presence of a toxic cash shop and questionable monetization practices detracts from the overall experience and raises concerns about consumer treatment.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
22%
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Overall, the gameplay is praised for its impressive mechanics, graphics, and fast-paced action, making it enjoyable and addictive, especially for a free game. However, some users noted significant issues, such as server quality and frustrating menu navigation after matches, which detract from the experience. Despite these drawbacks, the game shows promise for competitive play and has potential for improvement with simple fixes.
- “The graphics are really good, the gameplay is amazing, and the rocket steer is dope.”
- “Real intense and fast gameplay, a 5-stars game.”
- “The physics and game mechanics have real depth, with lots of possibilities!”
- “As for the gameplay mechanics, they are terrible.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's story is perceived as lacking depth, with developers relying on player interactions to fill the narrative void. While players have experienced technical issues, particularly with cross-platform connectivity, there is an indication that the developers are actively addressing these bugs.
- “The developer gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc. to the game.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as low poly and minimalist, while others praised them as impressive and well-executed, particularly for an initial release. Overall, the aesthetic is noted for its uniqueness and complements the gameplay effectively.
- “The graphics are really good, the gameplay is amazing, and the rocket steer is dope.”
- “Excellent graphics, excellent controls, excellent game mechanics... just very impressive for an initial release.”
- “The graphics aren't great; they feel like simple low poly, neon, primitive, minimalist junk.”
- “It has taken a well-known aesthetic and made something different.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's monetization model heavily relies on microtransactions, resembling those found in mobile app stores, and primarily revolves around purchasing battle passes, leading to a perception that it is not truly free to play.
- “As mentioned, this isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “Even after that, this still isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “The monetization system is built upon buying battle passes.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong replayability due to its low skill floor, making it accessible for players of all skill levels, while its high skill ceiling encourages continued engagement and mastery.
- “The game has a low skill floor, allowing players of any skill level to easily jump in and have fun, while also featuring a high skill ceiling that enhances replayability.”
- “Each playthrough feels unique due to the variety of choices and outcomes, making me want to dive back in for more.”
- “The random elements and different character builds keep the gameplay fresh, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Ultimechs is noted for its strong optimization and polish, aligning with the high standards set by other titles from Resolution Games.
- “On a small plus side, Ultimechs is well polished and optimized just like any other of Resolution Games' titles.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game's stability is hindered by persistent bugs, particularly with the party system and connecting with friends across different VR platforms. However, there is an indication that developers are actively addressing these issues.
- “The only thing is that connecting to play with a friend is still buggy, and I couldn't get it to work (I was using a Rift S and my husband was on his Quest 2), but it sounds like the devs are currently working on this issue.”
- “My only problem with the game is how buggy the party system is currently.”