Venture's Gauntlet VR
- May 23, 2024
- Bearhammer Games LTD
"Venture's Gauntlet VR" is a VR action-platformer game where players must navigate through 9 intense stages filled with dangerous obstacles and challenges, such as killer drones and laser grids, to prove themselves worthy of the Venture name and fortune. With comfortable locomotion controls and breathtaking visuals powered by Unreal Engine, players must swing, run, and climb their way through the gauntlet while uncovering the secrets of the Venture family. This game is sure to provide an epic and immersive experience for players.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and engaging way to work out, with a variety of environments and activities that keep the experience fresh and immersive.
- The climbing mechanics and obstacle courses provide a challenging yet rewarding experience, making players feel accomplished as they progress.
- The visuals and dynamic weather enhance the overall gameplay, creating a captivating atmosphere that draws players in.
- The game is plagued by major bugs, including issues with controller support and frustrating gameplay mechanics that hinder progress.
- There is a lack of save points, making it difficult for players to take breaks or retry challenging sections without starting over.
- The movement system is poorly designed, relying on arm swinging that feels unnatural and does not translate well to actual movement in the game.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players finding it frustrating due to poor movement mechanics and lack of jumping, while others appreciate the engaging mechanics, variety of maps, and immersive VR experience. The game offers polished mechanics and a lengthy level to explore, though some aspects, like bow aiming, can feel unwieldy. Overall, it presents a unique challenge that keeps players engaged despite its early access status.
“It features engaging mechanics and offers a variety of maps and puzzles to explore.”
“Despite it being in early access, the mechanics are mostly polished and the level provided (a lush recreation of the Scottish Highlands with caves and castles) seems to take at least 5+ hours to complete.”
“I've played lots of VR titles and many hold my attention for a few hours then I move to something else, but this has really engaged me with its kennel of challenge and VR mechanics.”
“This game features no possible way to jump, the movement system is garbage, and overall gameplay is lackluster.”
“This is the weakest part of the game for me; the bow mechanics can feel unwieldy and hard to aim, and the targets clash with the aesthetics of the rest of the game.”
“Despite it being in early access, the mechanics are mostly polished, but the gameplay still feels lacking.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, offering great immersion and impressive visuals, particularly suited for the Quest headset. However, some users find the bow mechanics awkward and note a clash between the targets and the game's overall aesthetics, making it the weakest aspect for a few players.
“If you are okay with those things, I still recommend it because the graphics and immersion are great.”
“Visuals are awesome and challenges are varied and plentiful.”
“Graphics look like they were made for the Quest (they even feature Quest as the headset of choice in their ads).”
“The graphics look like they were made for the Quest (they even feature Quest as the headset of choice in their ads).”
“This is the weakest part of the game for me; the bow mechanics can feel unwieldy and hard to aim, and the targets clash with the aesthetics of the rest of the game.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its significant bugs, leading to a frustrating experience that falls short of expectations, particularly when compared to smoother titles like Bone Labs.
“The game is super buggy.”
“I had hoped it would be like Bone Labs parkour, but this was way too buggy.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews do not provide any information about the story aspect of the game, focusing instead on the graphics and their suitability for the Quest headset. As a result, there is no summary available for the story component.
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that the game's replayability is enhanced by a timing system and the upcoming online leaderboard feature, which encourages competition. Additionally, the presence of multiple paths to the same goal, each with varying obstacles, offers diverse gameplay experiences that further boost replay value.
“There's a timing system in place with news about online leaderboard functionality coming soon, which will add replay value.”
“Another aspect of replay value in the game is the inclusion of multiple paths leading to the same goal, featuring different combinations of obstacles.”
“There's a timing system in place with news about online leaderboard functionality coming soon, so that will add replay value.”
“Another bit of replay value in the game is the inclusion of multiple paths leading to the same goal, with different combinations of obstacles within.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players feel a strong emotional connection to the game, as the immersive weather and setting effectively evoke the experience of hiking through the Scottish Highlands.
“The weather and setting really made me feel like I was hiking through the Scottish Highlands.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, complementing the beautiful landscapes and enhancing the overall experience.
“Loving the landscapes and music too!”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for a multiplayer version of the game, suggesting that it would enhance the humor and provide a more entertaining experience.
“Hope they get to deliver a multiplayer version as that would be hilarious.”