WREST

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WREST is a single player action game with horror, mystery and science fiction themes. It was developed by Shaftesbury Lucid Inc and was released on July 28, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"WREST is a single-player Horror Adventure game with a good plot and delightful visuals, set in a sci-fi universe. As the chief engineer of the spaceship Neptune, you must survive nightmarish creatures and solve puzzles to save your crew. With a unique atmosphere and upcoming multi-player mode, WREST promises a terrifying experience for players."

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

story16 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

Great atmosphere and graphics for a VR game, enhancing the overall experience.
Engaging story with effective jump scares that keep players on edge.
High production value, with well-executed voice acting and sound design.

The game is very short, with a playtime of only 2-3 hours, making it hard to justify the price.
Combat mechanics, particularly with the rivet gun, are awkward and frustrating, detracting from the horror experience.
The ending is abrupt and poorly executed, leaving players feeling unsatisfied and confused.

story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
29%
14%
The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the concept and the engaging twists, while others found the plot to be underwhelming and the ending abrupt. The game features effective jump scares that enhance the experience, but many reviewers noted that the story is too short for its price point. Overall, while the narrative has its strengths, it leaves room for improvement in depth and duration.
- “The concept of the story is great!”
- “So far the story has me hooked.”
- “Game is running smooth thus far and the story and graphics are much better than most of the VR games I have played...and I have played dozens.”
- “Story ending: 4/10 pretty weak and abrupt, but there are worse out there.”
- “Story duration: 3/10 way too short for a $20 game given that the experience still has issues.”
- “It's more of a wishlist on how I had hoped the story and combat had played out.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
18%
19%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its ability to create immersive and engaging environments that enhance the horror experience. While some critique the balance of weapon use in maintaining tension, the overall consensus is that the atmosphere is a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's enjoyment. Ratings often reflect a strong appreciation, with scores around 9/10 for the atmospheric design.
- “Atmosphere: 9/10 really cool environments that set the tone well aside from a few moments.”
- “Honestly the game was fun, but only because the atmosphere was enjoyable.”
- “Excellent atmosphere for a mild (not too intense) horror game.”
- “Giving you a weapon at all in a horror game must be done very specifically to still keep the horror atmosphere; in my opinion, this game fails at that metric horribly.”
- “It has some issues, but the atmosphere is done really well.”
- “It sets the proper atmosphere.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The graphics in the game are generally praised as great for a VR experience, with many users noting that they surpass those of most other VR titles. However, there are inconsistencies, with some areas exhibiting visual roughness or oddities, leading to a mixed perception of quality. Overall, while the graphics contribute positively to the experience, they are not without their flaws.
- “Great graphics for a VR game.”
- “Game is running smooth thus far and the story and graphics are much better than most of the VR games I have played... and I have played dozens.”
- “Most of the graphics look great, but there's the occasional area that just seems a bit... weird.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game has received consistently positive feedback, with users praising the soundtrack and expressing no complaints about it.
- “Great music.”
- “Soundtrack has no complaints from me.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is inconsistent, with many users reporting frequent bugs and issues with controls, particularly in object interaction. However, some players, particularly those using the Vive Pro wireless setup, have experienced no glitches or control problems.
- “The game is very buggy; often the controls don't work properly, like grabbing objects.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The gameplay is considered standard for a typical indie horror game, though it benefits from solid visual and mechanical design, particularly in the VR experience.
- “Visually and mechanically, the game is good for VR.”
- “Gameplay is standard for your run-of-the-mill indie horror game.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported significant performance drops in specific areas of the game without any clear explanation, indicating issues with optimization.
- “Performance in certain areas just tanked for seemingly no reason.”
- “Performance in certain areas just tanked for seemingly no reason.”