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X8

84%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, grinding
84% User Score Based on 304 reviews

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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 304 reviews
gameplay16 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 for players who want to try a VR shooter without financial commitment.
  • The developers are responsive to community feedback and are actively working on improvements and updates, showing promise for future content.
  • The game suffers from a low player base, making it difficult to find matches and leading to unbalanced gameplay.
  • Graphics quality is low, which may deter players looking for a visually appealing experience.
  • There are significant gameplay issues, including bugs, awkward controls, and a lack of proper matchmaking, which negatively impact the overall experience.
  • gameplay
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced action and a unique aiming system that caters to both beginners and experienced players, making it engaging and accessible. While the mechanics are generally smooth and enjoyable, some users feel that the gun mechanics are underdeveloped and the tutorial lacks depth in teaching gameplay strategies. Overall, the game offers a chaotic yet tactical experience, with satisfying weapon use and interesting hero abilities, though it may require further refinement in certain areas.

    • “Seems lazy to compare, but as a hero tactical shooter, it delivers insanely fast gameplay compared to any other VR shooter.”
    • “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 on 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, though 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 only 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
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting the low-quality, low-poly 3D visuals as a significant drawback that may deter potential gamers. While some appreciate the colorful and fun CG style, others find the overall aesthetic bland and unappealing, especially in comparison to other VR titles. Despite these criticisms, a few players have found the graphics satisfactory in VR gameplay, suggesting that the experience may be more enjoyable than it appears at first glance.

    • “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.”
    • “It has a lot of good things going for it; it's free for one, and graphics and performance are okay.”
    • “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
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews highlight a mixed reception regarding the game's story, with players appreciating its engaging gameplay but noting that the community is primarily composed of younger, less experienced players due to its free-to-play model on Quest. While the game is compared favorably to popular titles in the VR shooter genre, technical issues and visual quality detract from the overall experience.

    • “They only negative I have is that most of the people you play with are quest kids, but other than that, this is a fantastic gem of a game.”
    • “Played this on standalone Quest 3 and it's fun, especially for a free-to-play game.”
    • “Great game but it bugs for me on PC, so I recommend if you have a Quest alone.”
    • “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.”
    • “Really jerky head movement on Quest 2.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is generally considered 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 for one, and the graphics and performance are okay.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have noted that the humor in the game is significantly enhanced by the interactions with random players, contributing to a more enjoyable experience.

    • “My first game had a few random players that were hilarious and made the experience that much better.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that the game features a significant amount of grinding, which can feel clunky and unrefined, especially in its early stages. While some users find the grinding aspect engaging, others express a desire for more polish before fully committing to the experience.

    • “This game is super clunky, and while it's to be expected at launch, I would prefer a bit more fine-tuning before diving in. If you can get past the clunkiness, you might still enjoy the grinding.”
    • “The grinding in this game feels tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I found the grinding mechanics to be overly drawn out, which detracted from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers suggest that players should engage with the game now, as there are concerns about upcoming monetization strategies that may negatively impact the experience.

    • “So right now would be the time to play this game, before the monetization happens.”

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