Unearthing Mars 2: The Ancient War
- July 3, 2019
- Light Era Studio
Get on SteamUnearthing Mars 2: The Ancient War is a futuristic FPS which supports the PSVR Aim Controller and features epic boss battles and super powers. Following on from the original game, players have six weapons to choose from, with the option to gather special, rare weapons later on. Using the Sharp Focus ability, players can slow down time and exploit enemy weaknesses in order to defeat them in the q…
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus VR
PlayStation
PlayStation VR
Reviews
- Great graphics and production values, with well-designed sci-fi locations.
- The 'Focus Mode' adds a strategic element to gameplay, requiring skillful execution.
- For fans of the first game, it offers a polished experience with enjoyable action.
- Limited locomotion options, forcing players to rely on teleportation, which can feel restrictive and repetitive.
- Gameplay often devolves into a cycle of teleporting and defeating endless waves of enemies, leading to a lack of variety.
- Technical issues such as screen glitches and controller rotation problems detract from the overall experience.
- graphics5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their high quality and production values, with many users noting good optimization and an intuitive movement system. However, some players express disappointment over the lack of graphic options and issues with controller compatibility, which detracts from the overall experience.
“Great graphics and production values.”
“Graphics and optimizations are very good!”
“Good graphics, the guns feel right, and the movement system is intuitive.”
“There are no graphic options at all.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack detail.”
“The textures are low resolution and make the game feel cheap.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its quality and integration with the action elements. The teleportation mechanic enhances the narrative experience without causing motion sickness, making it a standout feature.
“I mostly came for the story, but the action has been surprisingly good.”
“No motion sickness; teleporting is well done and plays into the story.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its diverse mix of styles, including shooter, puzzle, and exploration elements, which helps prevent repetition. However, the typical flow can become predictable, often revolving around a cycle of teleporting and defeating enemies.
“Even though the first one got mixed reviews, I liked it for the mix of different gameplay styles (shooter, puzzle, exploration, etc.) and for not getting repetitive.”
“The typical gameplay flow is like teleport, kill all enemies, teleport, kill all enemies, teleport... and so on (I think you got the point).”
“The typical gameplay flow is just teleport, kill all enemies, teleport, kill all enemies, teleport... and so on. I think you get the point.”
“The combat mechanics feel repetitive and lack depth, making each encounter feel like a chore rather than an engaging experience.”
“The level design is uninspired, leading to a monotonous gameplay experience that fails to keep my interest.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report stability issues with the Oculus Rift S, specifically noting screen glitches that occur when moving the head side to side.
“The screen glitches when moving your head side to side in an Oculus Rift S.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users generally praise the game's graphics and optimization, highlighting them as very good.
“The graphics and optimizations are very good!”
“The game runs smoothly with excellent optimization.”
“I appreciate the attention to detail in the optimization process.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music is characterized by epic compositions that complement the cool sci-fi environments, drawing comparisons to the soundtrack of Metroid Fusion.
“The epic music combined with the cool sci-fi locations creates an immersive experience that reminds me of Metroid Fusion.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall atmosphere and making every moment feel epic.”
“I love how the music evolves with the game, adding depth and excitement to each level.”
