X8 | Game Brain — video game discovery

The world expands!5v5 VR Hero Shooter X8 joins forces with Contra, the iconic run-and-gun side scrolling game series, to bring you all the adrenaline of the original game, in VR! FREE to crossplay on all platforms!Playing with your friends on Quest or PICO has never been easier – just download the game for FREE and hop into a match! The Next Generation Hero ShootersExecuting its directive to …

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 152 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

X8 offers a fun and engaging gameplay experience, especially for fans of hero shooters like Valorant.
The game is free to play, making it accessible to a wide audience, and it has a solid foundation for future updates and improvements.
The unique abilities and gunplay mechanics provide a fresh take on the VR shooter genre, allowing for tactical gameplay and teamwork.

The game suffers from a low player base, making it difficult to find matches and leading to unbalanced gameplay.
Graphics and overall visual quality are subpar, which may deter players looking for a more polished experience.
There are significant bugs and issues with gameplay mechanics, including clunky controls and a lack of proper matchmaking.

gameplay
17 mentions
47 % positive mentions
35 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced action and engaging mechanics, appealing to both beginners and seasoned players with its unique aim system and intuitive spell gameplay. While some users find the gun mechanics lacking and the tutorial insufficient, many appreciate the chaotic yet tactical nature of the gameplay, which is described as smooth and solid overall. Despite some rough edges, the core experience is deemed fun and promising for future improvements.
- “Great heroes and gameplay mechanics.”
- “It takes an excellent approach for beginners and advanced players by having a unique aim system with a floating crosshair, and intuitive spell gameplay!”
- “Gameplay is chaotic yet tactical: information of enemy position is very important, and there are plenty of skills that give it away or hide it.”
- “Do not play this game, the gun mechanics and feel can be basically described as half-baked at best; the hero abilities are fine.”
- “The tutorial goes over the basics of everything just fine, but it doesn't really teach you how the gameplay works; it tells you about one agent/operative/character and that's it.”
- “-Make assault rifles have more recoil (seriously, I didn't even realize there was an actual recoil pattern at first until I checked on a wall; gameplay-wise, it feels like it's just visual at this point).”
graphics
11 mentions
27 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the low-quality, low-poly visuals as bland and unappealing, particularly in comparison to other VR titles. While some appreciate the colorful and fun CG style, others find the overall visual quality lacking, even by VR standards. Despite these criticisms, a few players noted that the graphics can be more enjoyable in VR gameplay, suggesting that the experience may compensate for the visual shortcomings.
- “Nice graphics and nice gameplay 10/10.”
- “The graphics may not look impressive from the outside, but when you play it in VR, it's quite satisfying.”
- “The visuals are colorful, between the abilities, characters, and environments, and everything has a nice fun CG style, never too realistic.”
- “This features fairly low quality low poly 3D visuals which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
- “Everything about this game is just bland, from the characters to the intro to the guns to the graphics, everything.”
- “Visuals are probably the weakest part of the game: it is the worst among all VR team shooters, they are bad even by Quest standards.”
story
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is not explicitly discussed in the reviews, but players highlight the game's appeal as a free-to-play title with a variety of gameplay experiences reminiscent of popular shooters. However, there are concerns about the player base being predominantly younger users, which may affect the overall experience. Technical issues, particularly on the Quest 2, detract from the enjoyment, but the game is still considered a solid entry in the VR shooter genre.
- “This game is a fantastic gem with an engaging story that keeps you hooked from start to finish.”
- “The narrative is immersive and well-crafted, making every quest feel meaningful and impactful.”
- “The character development throughout the story adds depth and makes you truly care about the outcome.”
- “Unusable on the Quest 2 due to camera shaking and glitching; otherwise, a fine game with a low player count.”
- “Visuals are probably the weakest part of the game: it is the worst among all VR team shooters, and they are bad even by Quest standards.”
- “Lots of kids because it's also released on Quest for free; you can mute them.”
optimization
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is generally satisfactory, with decent graphics and performance. Users have found that enabling Oculus mode in the launch options can resolve many performance issues, enhancing the overall experience. Additionally, the fact that the game is free adds to its appeal.
- “Using Oculus mode in the launch options seems to have fixed all of my performance issues.”
- “It has a lot of good things going for it; it's free, and the graphics and performance are okay.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players found the humor in the game to be significantly enhanced by the presence of random players, who contributed to a fun and entertaining experience.
- “My first game had a few random players that were hilarious and made the experience that much better.”
- “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud throughout the entire game.”
- “The humor is spot on, with clever puns and unexpected jokes that keep the gameplay entertaining.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players note that the game has a clunky feel, which may detract from the experience, but those willing to overlook these issues can still enjoy the grinding aspect. Many suggest that some fine-tuning would enhance the overall gameplay.
- “This game is super clunky; considering that it's off launch, it's to be expected. Personally, I'd prefer a little bit more fine-tuning before diving into this, but if you can get by with all the clunkiness, hop in and start grinding!”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be overly repetitive and not rewarding enough to justify the time spent.”
monetization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-300 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players express concern that the current state of monetization in the game is favorable, suggesting that it is best to engage with the game now before potential changes or increases in monetization strategies occur.
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel intrusive, allowing players to enjoy the game without constant pressure to spend.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content, making it accessible for everyone while still providing optional purchases for those who want to enhance their experience.”
- “The in-game purchases are reasonably priced and provide meaningful benefits without making it feel like a pay-to-win scenario.”
- “So right now would be the time to play this game, before the monetization happens.”