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"Vampire: The Masquerade - Justice" is an open-world narrative Adventure RPG set in the World of Darkness universe. As a powerful vampire, you must use stealth and an array of upgradable abilities to strike fear into the hearts of criminals and evade enemy defenses. Punish the guilty with brutal moves like launching yourself at opponents or boiling their insides with Cauldron of Blood. Shadows are your ally as you roam the seedy backstreets of nighttime Venice.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 260 reviews

story50 positive mentions

optimization8 negative mentions

The game offers a compelling narrative and immersive gameplay, reminiscent of Dishonored but in a VR setting.
The atmosphere and art direction are praised for their beauty, with engaging level design and satisfying stealth mechanics.
Many players found the experience of being a vampire, including the blood-sucking mechanics, to be enjoyable and fun.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including bugs, poor AI, and inconsistent performance, which detracts from the overall experience.
Controls are often described as clunky and unresponsive, making basic interactions frustrating and leading to immersion-breaking moments.
The game is criticized for its linearity and lack of depth in gameplay mechanics, with some players feeling it doesn't live up to the expectations set by its inspirations.

story
190 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
67%
6%
The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-voiced, while others describe it as mediocre or forgettable. Many appreciate the lore and collectibles that enhance the narrative, but some criticize the linearity and lack of depth in storytelling. Overall, while the story may not be groundbreaking, it is deemed sufficient to maintain interest, especially for fans of the Vampire: The Masquerade universe.
- “The story is interesting enough to keep you invested and, if you're a fan of Vampire: The Masquerade, there's a lot to love about the lore present here.”
- “Overall, a really lovely VR stealth action story game with interesting magic powers and beautiful detailed environments.”
- “Great voice acting and I thought the plot was pretty good.”
- “Are you looking for a game with a lackluster story and mediocre graphics where 3 hours of gameplay will feel like 10 hours of torture?”
- “The story was not very interesting.”
- “The skill tree is okay but only 1 power is interesting from there; the story is slow and tedious.”
gameplay
118 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
51%
7%
The gameplay is often compared to "Dishonored" but adapted for VR, featuring enjoyable stealth mechanics and immersive abilities that allow for strategic gameplay. However, many players note that the mechanics can feel janky and underdeveloped, with some bugs and a lack of polish affecting the overall experience. Despite these issues, the game offers a fun and satisfying loop, particularly for fans of the vampire genre, with a variety of mechanics that encourage exploration and creativity in encounters.
- “The gameplay is fun and makes you feel like you're playing Assassin's Creed in VR, with different abilities, sneaking around, and plotting your moves.”
- “Playing on a Valve Index, I haven't experienced any bugs; it runs perfectly well, and the gameplay itself has been super enjoyable and immersive.”
- “Sucking blood is very cool and is the best game mechanic in the game that ties everything from stealth to combat together in a nice way, where you can be strategic or improvisational about it.”
- “On top of all of the mechanical issues, the game is very janky and buggy.”
- “I was hoping this would be a fun, power-trip 'you're the monster' type game, but it's just another copy-paste stealth game with terrible AI and tedious gameplay.”
- “It looks grey, jittery, the gameplay is boring, framerate inconsistent, world empty, and the game is generally just not fun.”
graphics
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
46%
8%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the art style and visual clarity, particularly in the PC version, which boasts excellent lighting and smooth performance. However, many users note significant graphical limitations, such as blurry textures and a simplified, almost cartoony look, especially in interiors. Overall, while the visuals show improvement over the quest version, performance issues and a lack of detail in certain areas detract from the experience.
- “The art style and atmosphere are beautiful, the gameplay is generally fun and you can play it stealthy or 'guns blazing'.”
- “The graphics are quite nice, I'm a big fan of the 'oil painting' style that some games have, the VFX for your abilities are also decent.”
- “The PC version of Vampire: The Masquerade - Justice is butter-smooth, with no FPS drops, excellent lighting, and superior visuals.”
- “There are many graphic limitations and an empty world.”
- “It runs very poorly in certain areas and the graphics are so watered down even with the PC updates.”
- “FPS in most areas, even with a 4090, is choppy, with lower graphics settings, even though this game was meant for less powerful hardware.”
optimization
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
54%
31%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing persistent stuttering and performance issues, particularly in certain areas despite having capable hardware. While some users noted that the game runs well at times and looks better on PC compared to standalone versions, there is a consensus that further optimization is needed to enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the developers' efforts but feel that the game is currently hampered by technical shortcomings.
- “I have played on Quest 3 + RTX 4070 with Steam Link and there were no performance issues at all at any point.”
- “I highly recommend buying this; the developers definitely cared about making it good for PC VR, optimized it for PC VR, and we should support them accordingly.”
- “Definitely worth it on PC, better graphics, far better performance.”
- “Too bad it's so poorly optimized.”
- “I had constant stuttering despite having a good setup.”
- “While the first two missions ran really well, as soon as I got to the hub area and the area after that it started to have persistent stuttering and reprojection.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
6%
6%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its eerie and immersive qualities, enhanced by a beautiful art style and an intense soundtrack. Players appreciate the blend of fun gameplay mechanics and atmospheric elements, which create a captivating experience reminiscent of other popular titles. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as polished, engaging, and integral to the overall enjoyment.
- “The atmospheric (and, at times, intense) soundtrack by Two Feathers largely adds to the overall immersion as well.”
- “The art style and atmosphere are beautiful; the gameplay is generally fun, and you can play it stealthy or 'guns blazing'.”
- “Looks great in the headset; it feels like 'Saints and Sinners' with the shaders and atmosphere, but now you are a vampire stalking and killing people.”
- “Looks great in the headset, feels like 'Saints and Sinners' with the shaders and atmosphere, but now you are a vampire stalking and killing people.”
stability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
88%
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with users reporting significant bugs and glitches that can detract from the experience, such as freezing during death and annoying launch sequences. While some players enjoy a smooth experience without issues, others find the jankiness and mechanical problems hard to overlook. Overall, the game shows potential with its substantial content, but stability remains a concern for many.
- “It looks nice with the render resolution cranked up and settings maxed out, and it runs great.”
- “On top of all of the mechanical issues, the game is very janky and buggy.”
- “It's buggy to a degree I can't ignore.”
- “When you die, it freezes your hands and kind of takes you out of the game, which to a point I get, but you're just forced to sit in darkness for a good 15-20+ seconds without any idea what's going on.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and immersive qualities, with a soundtrack that enhances the overall experience and intensifies during key moments. Reviewers highlight the phenomenal quality of both the music and voice acting, noting how they effectively set the mood and contribute to the game's narrative depth. Overall, the combination of great music and voice performances significantly enriches the gameplay experience.
- “The atmospheric (and, at times, intense) soundtrack by Two Feathers largely adds to the overall immersion as well.”
- “The music is phenomenal and very reminiscent of other stories in this world of darkness... it very much sets the mood perfectly.”
- “As I work through my purpose in Venice, I'm haunted by the sounds of music in my head.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game offers significant replayability, particularly for players aiming to achieve 100% completion and perfect mission performance. With collectibles and hidden secrets to discover, players can enjoy multiple playthroughs while exploring different strategies and approaches.
- “Got about 3 hours in so far, and it's great! You're a sneaky vampire munching on rats as you make your way through balconies. It's got collectibles and secrets, so there's tons of replayability.”
- “There is some replay value in 100% completing the game and doing every mission perfectly.”
- “The game offers a lot of replayability with its various collectibles and secrets to discover.”
- “There is some replay value in 100% the game and doing every mission perfectly.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and unengaging, with a lackluster skill tree that offers little incentive to progress. The slow-paced story and repetitive gameplay contribute to a sense of frustration, detracting from the potential for an exciting experience. Overall, the game feels like a generic stealth title rather than the thrilling power-trip players anticipated.
- “I was hoping this would be a fun, power-trip 'you're the monster' type game, but it's just another copy-paste stealth game with terrible AI and tedious gameplay.”
- “The skill tree is okay, but only one power is interesting from there; the story is slow and tedious.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game has mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the high-quality visuals and effort put into the PCVR version, others feel that it comes off as a rushed port and an easy cash grab. Overall, the game functions well and provides enjoyable experiences, despite concerns about its monetization strategy.
- “This does feel like a rushed port and easy cash grab - but the game works, and I enjoy visiting Venice.”
- “This does feel like a rushed port and easy cash grab - but the game works, and I enjoy visiting Venice.”