World War Z VR

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World War Z VR is a single player shooter game with horror and science fiction themes. It was developed by Saber Interactive Inc. and was released on August 12, 2025. It received neutral reviews from players.

World War Z VR is an intense single-player first-person shooter that immerses you in massive swarms of zombies across reimagined locations. Choose your operator, weapons, and perks to tailor your gameplay through three difficulty levels. Battle relentless hordes in dynamic environments while leveling up and surviving the undead onslaught.

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42%

Audience ScoreBased on 86 reviews

story8 positive mentions

optimization11 negative mentions

The game delivers intense and immersive zombie action, with massive hordes that create a thrilling experience in VR.
Gunplay is satisfying, with a variety of weapons and a unique shotgun reloading mechanic that enhances immersion.
The environments are visually appealing and detailed, contributing to the overall atmosphere of chaos and urgency.

Performance issues are prevalent, with frequent stuttering and lag even on high-end systems, making the game frustrating to play.
The absence of multiplayer co-op significantly detracts from the experience, leaving players feeling isolated against overwhelming odds.
AI companions are poorly designed, often failing to assist effectively and requiring constant player intervention to survive.

story
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players finding it unexpectedly engaging, particularly during missions set in Japan that touch on contemporary themes like pandemic protests. However, many reviews criticize the overall narrative as lacking depth and coherence, often overshadowed by technical issues and gameplay frustrations. While the missions are described as fun and intense, the execution of the story and mission structure has been deemed basic and tedious by several players.
- “The most amusing part of it is the story, which I didn't expect to be good or anything, I didn't care - but when you get to Japan and you find out that there were a bunch of people protesting having to wear masks in the pandemic.”
- “As somebody who loved the original World War Z game, it was amazing to see all of this come to life in VR with new missions and story but the same characters.”
- “Good story, nice tutorial.”
- “The story is half-assed.”
- “Where other co-op horde shooters are able to find strength in simplicity as far as mission structure and level design, WWZ VR fails to do so, trying to be complex but only coming off as basic and tedious.”
- “I wish Saber well, and there is no other franchise like WWZ where you can kill tens of thousands of zombies, but I feel like they should've just saved this one for the Quest or at least polished it more for PC players.”
optimization
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues such as stuttering and lag, particularly on lower-end systems. While some users with high-end rigs experience smooth gameplay, others find the game unplayable due to its poor optimization, leading to frustration and even refunds. Overall, there is a consensus that the game requires substantial improvements in performance to enhance the overall experience.
- “Zombie models prioritize readability and performance over fine detail, which is understandable given the sheer number on screen at any time.”
- “I'm actually really enjoying this game; performance-wise, it runs butter smooth on a 4070 Ti with an Intel 12700K.”
- “This game is a technical showcase for what VR can do when properly optimized for high-end hardware.”
- “I can run Half-Life: Alyx on ultra fidelity, but this game won't even run without stuttering and lagging on low settings.”
- “This has the worst performance of almost any VR game I've ever played.”
- “Performance was atrocious.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues, including framerate drops and graphical glitches, even on high settings. While some users appreciate the visuals as decent or faithful to the original game, others criticize them as outdated or reminiscent of lower-quality titles, with a lack of detail in environments and character models. Overall, the consensus suggests that while there are moments of visual appeal, the game's graphical performance is inconsistent and often disappointing.
- “The graphics and sound effects are good.”
- “I just started the game on PSVR2 and 4080-super PC, and after all the criticism, I was honestly surprised by both graphics quality and performance.”
- “On my PC with an RTX 4080 Super, the game runs great on high graphics, delivering smooth performance.”
- “The visuals feel like they're from a quest game even on the high preset, and the framerate has a habit of dipping more than it reasonably should.”
- “The only settings this game runs consistently on are the lowest graphics settings available, making the whole thing look like a PS2 game.”
- “My rig can handle more but even with the graphics maxed out it didn't really improve fidelity much and over half the time the zombies were still cutouts.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is centered around survival against hordes of zombies, with a straightforward structure that some find enjoyable but others deem repetitive and clunky. While the gunplay and immersive mechanics can be fun, many players criticize the controls and the execution of new features as half-baked, leading to a mixed experience overall. Despite its potential, the game suffers from performance issues and outdated mechanics that detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “Gameplay structure is straightforward and focused on survival.”
- “The gameplay is fun and can get quite intense; I've only finished the first mission in New York and I found that quite difficult on medium difficulty but still enjoyed it.”
- “The horde mechanics are insane in VR – watching zombies climb over each other in massive swarms while maintaining perfect framerates is something I've never experienced before.”
- “What's worse is that they had so many blueprints for so many potential game mechanics that would've been better than what they put in the game.”
- “Ok, I tried to play this and thought I might enjoy it - I don't want to be that guy, but this game isn't what you expect. It's very outdated gameplay, slow and clunky, and zombies just look terrible. The gore system is also terrible, kinda disappointing, and I'm going to get a refund. Good concept, but it's just not working for me.”
- “I went through a few locations, and while it was fun, I noticed the gameplay loop started feeling repetitive halfway through.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is highly inconsistent, with some users experiencing smooth performance on high-end rigs, while others report frequent freezing and lag, particularly during critical moments. Overall, many players find the game buggy and poorly optimized, suggesting it may not be ready for purchase at this time.
- “Runs great on my 4-year-old rig — optimization is spot-on.”
- “On my PC with an RTX 4080 Super, the game runs great on high graphics, delivering smooth performance.”
- “Anything more than that and it freezes and stutters constantly, and my PC is neither old nor under-powered.”
- “Do not buy right now, it's just a buggy and badly designed cash grab in its current state.”
- “The game is definitely playable but it lags and freezes at different points in the game.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is effectively conveyed through detailed environments and impactful lighting, creating a sense of urgency and reinforcing the bleak tone of a world dominated by the undead.
- “The haunting soundtrack and ambient sounds create an immersive experience that pulls you into the game's eerie world.”
- “Every location feels alive, with subtle details that enhance the overall mood and make exploration a thrilling experience.”
- “The environments are detailed enough to convey atmosphere and urgency, with lighting and environmental effects reinforcing the bleak tone of a world overrun by the undead.”
- “The game fails to create a truly immersive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected from the world.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich atmosphere, the repetitive environments and lack of dynamic elements make it feel lifeless.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game's replayability lacking due to limited mission variety, minimal narrative context, and the absence of multiplayer co-op, leading to a consensus that it offers very little incentive for repeated play. Overall, it has been rated as having a replay value of just 1 out of 10.
- “Mission variety is limited, narrative context is minimal, and the absence of multiplayer co-op significantly reduces long-term replayability for many players.”
- “There also seems to be very little replay value.”
- “Replay value 1 out of 10”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of WWZ VR to be tedious, as the game's attempt at complexity in mission structure and level design falls short, leading to a lack of engagement compared to other co-op horde shooters.
- “Where other co-op horde shooters find strength in simplicity regarding mission structure and level design, WWZ VR fails to do so, trying to be complex but only coming off as basic and tedious.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which made the experience feel more like a chore than fun.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, noting that the screamer character evokes nostalgia by reminding them of Valve's testing phase for Left 4 Dead 1, where a similar enemy was featured. This connection adds an extra layer of comedic value to the experience.
- “The screamer is extra funny because it reminds me of when Valve was testing Left 4 Dead 1 and tried a shrieker enemy a lot like our screamer here.”
- “The humor in the game is spot on, with clever references and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create hilarious moments that catch you off guard.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game is criticized as a poorly executed cash grab, with users advising against purchasing it due to its buggy design and overall lack of quality.
- “Do not buy right now, it's just a buggy and badly designed cash grab in its current state.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers note that while the emotional elements in the sequel may be more condensed, they feel less impactful compared to the original game, resulting in a diminished emotional resonance.