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"Vorax is a single-player action game set on a Mediterranean island overrun by a mysterious infection. As a mercenary, survival is not guaranteed; you must scavenge for supplies, craft tools, and build shelters to fight against mutated creatures and uncover the truth behind Virus V. Experience a fabulous atmosphere in this open-world survival horror game."

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67%
Audience ScoreBased on 120 reviews
atmosphere24 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions

  • The game has a great atmosphere and creature design, creating a genuinely terrifying experience for horror fans.
  • There are interesting mechanics and a solid combat loop that keeps players engaged, with potential for further development.
  • The developers are actively working on updates and improvements, showing commitment to enhancing the game based on player feedback.
  • The game is plagued by numerous bugs and performance issues, making it frustrating to play at times.
  • The inventory and crafting systems are poorly designed, leading to confusion and difficulty in managing resources.
  • Many key features, such as AI behavior and save systems, are inconsistent or broken, detracting from the overall experience.
  • atmosphere
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its terrifying and grotesque elements, enhanced by excellent sound design and creature designs that contribute to a constant sense of tension. Players appreciate the immersive ambiance, particularly in settings like the underground bunker, although some note that the game is still rough around the edges and requires optimization. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, making it a compelling experience for horror fans.

    • “Im really enjoying my time so far, the atmosphere is genuinely terrifying and grotesque, which is a huge plus for horror fans.”
    • “The atmosphere is absolutely great, I love the music and ambient sounds and really, it's one of the first horror survival games I feel really uncomfortable.”
    • “The sound design is one of the best I have experienced and creates a constant atmosphere of tension.”
    • “Atmosphere, creature design, and world are genuinely scary and a breath of fresh air in the horror genre.”
    • “My rating so far: 8 out of 10 - the atmosphere is bombastic in my opinion and Vorax is one of my favorite titles this year!”
  • optimization
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing severe performance issues, including frame drops and bugs like falling through the map upon loading saves. While a few users with high-end rigs report smooth performance, many others find the game poorly optimized, particularly when it comes to graphical settings and overall stability. As an early access title, there is a consensus that it requires significant polish and ongoing updates to improve the user experience.

    • “I've been looking for a game in this genre for a long time; it turned out really cool. I especially liked the optimization of weapons and their variety.”
    • “Edit: First updates with optimization and fixes, also the first player suggestions are already here. Keep them coming, dev!”
    • “Performance is really good on my old system, so they did an amazing job.”
    • “Optimization is terrible and the UI needs some serious work.”
    • “Game is not optimized in the slightest unless you turn off shadows (goes from ultra - high - medium - off), but if you do that then it looks extremely ugly.”
    • “There are severe frame drops when doing just about everything: walking, entering a new area, walking through a door, swinging your axe, etc. The optimization is poor.”
  • graphics
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the monster design and overall aesthetic, while others criticize the lack of graphical improvement and issues with frame rates and jerky enemy movements. Many users report frustration with graphics settings not saving and the need to adjust them frequently, which detracts from the gameplay experience. Overall, while there are elements of visual appeal, technical shortcomings hinder the game's graphical performance.

    • “The graphics are really good, and I love the monster design. I can't wait to explore more of the story.”
    • “At that point, I recall thinking the game looked graphically relatively nice.”
    • “Visuals: 7/10”
    • “I refunded very quickly because while my frame rate was massively improved compared to the demo, I felt like the graphics had gone down in quality.”
    • “Graphics settings don't save, meaning I have to go through them every time I load the game.”
    • “Drop to all lowest settings and it runs fine... with shadows off only, which defeats the aesthetic of the game.”
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its interesting mechanics, including a unique dismemberment feature and the option for different gameplay modes, but it is marred by significant bugs and sound issues that detract from the overall experience. While the addition of 4K support and gameplay tweaks enhance the experience, players express frustration over tedious elements that need addressing to fully enjoy the game's potential.

    • “The addition of 4K support and all the gameplay tweaks make a big difference.”
    • “There is a dismemberment mechanic which means they will still continue to move and try to strike you even without a head, for a few moments until they go down.”
    • “There are 2 gameplay modes; you get a helmet which shows you all the cool UI stuff, but you can also turn it off for a no HUD experience.”
    • “I encountered two huge bugs while playing so far, huge as in it ruins the gameplay.”
    • “Fix your stuff devs, if playing the game is tedious then all your fancy mechanics and visual candy don't matter much, right?”
    • “Game mechanics: there is not a number low enough to score that.”
  • story
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has great potential, featuring an intriguing underlying narrative and snippets of lore that encourage exploration, though it suffers from minimal storytelling and a lack of guidance, such as quest markers. While the atmosphere and graphics are praised, many players are disappointed by the removal or alteration of story elements from the demo. Overall, there is excitement for further exploration of the story despite these drawbacks.

    • “It has great potential; the underlying story is very interesting.”
    • “The graphics are really good, and I love the monster design. I can't wait to explore more of the story.”
    • “Snippets of lore to find, lending itself to minimal storytelling while you roam about trying to work out what is going on.”
    • “There are no quest markers, and it doesn't really tell you where to save either.”
    • “The graphics are really good, and I love the monster design, but I can't wait to explore more of the story.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many praising the awesome soundtrack and ambient sounds that enhance the atmosphere, particularly in the horror survival context. While some aspects are still in development, the overall experience is noted to create a sense of discomfort that adds to the game's immersive qualities.

    • “The soundtrack is awesome, and the atmosphere is absolutely great. I love the music and ambient sounds; it's one of the first horror survival games that makes me feel really uncomfortable.”
    • “The atmosphere is absolutely great, and I love the music and ambient sounds. It's one of the first horror survival games that truly makes me feel uneasy.”
    • “The island is massive, offering a lot to explore, and the soundtrack is fantastic, even though some elements are still in development.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, primarily due to the inability to save on demand, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and makes the experience feel laborious despite the game's appealing mechanics and visuals.

    • “The worst thing about this game, the one that makes it so tedious, is that you cannot save on demand.”
    • “Fix your stuff, devs. If playing the game is tedious, then all your fancy mechanics and visual candy don't matter much, right?”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, noting that some bugs add an unexpected comedic element that enhances the overall experience. This quirky aspect is highlighted as a key reason to purchase the game.

    • “Some of the bugs are extra funny; that's one of the reasons to buy this game! LMAO.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a strong emotional connection to the game's mechanics, particularly highlighting the visceral experience of reloading the shotgun, which evokes a sense of physicality and immersion. This tactile engagement enhances the overall emotional impact of gameplay.

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