Unearthing Mars 2: The Ancient War

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Unearthing 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…

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45%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Great graphics and production values, with a well-designed menu and cool effects.
The 'Focus Mode' adds a strategic element to gameplay, requiring skillful execution.
For fans of the genre, the game offers a fun action-packed experience reminiscent of classic arcade shooters.

Limited locomotion options restrict gameplay, leading to repetitive and frustrating experiences.
Many technical issues, including screen glitches and uncomfortable controller handling, detract from immersion.
The game feels overly linear and lacks the diverse gameplay styles that made the first installment enjoyable.

graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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, there are significant complaints regarding 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.”
- “No graphic options at all.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its integration with gameplay elements like teleportation, which enhances the overall experience. While the action has exceeded expectations, the narrative remains a key draw for many players.
- “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.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its diverse mix of styles, including shooting, puzzles, and exploration, which helps prevent repetition. However, the typical flow can become predictable, often revolving around teleporting and defeating enemies in succession.
- “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 like teleport, kill all enemies, teleport, kill all enemies, teleport... and so on. I think you get the point.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported significant stability issues with the Oculus Rift S, specifically noting screen glitches that occur when moving the head side to side. This recurring problem detracts from the overall experience and raises concerns about the headset's reliability.
- “The screen glitches when moving your head side to side in an Oculus Rift S.”
- “The screen glitches when moving your head side to side in an Oculus Rift S.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users consistently praise the game's graphics and optimization, highlighting them as very good.
- “The graphics and optimizations are very good!”
- “The graphics and optimizations are very good!”
- “The graphics and optimizations are very good!”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is characterized by an epic score that complements its cool sci-fi environments, drawing comparisons to the soundtrack of Metroid Fusion.
- “Epic music and cool sci-fi locations, reminds me of Metroid Fusion.”

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