Horror Bar VR

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Horror Bar VR is a single player arcade simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by VR Factory and was released on February 25, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Horror Bar VR" is a virtual reality game that transports players to a haunted bar filled with supernatural occurrences. As a bartender, players must serve customers while surviving various scary events and solving puzzles to uncover the bar's dark secrets. The game features a unique blend of horror and humor, providing an entertaining and immersive VR experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 204 reviews

graphics36 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a fun and unique horror-themed cooking experience with engaging graphics and whimsical music.
Gameplay is enjoyable and challenging, with a good difficulty increase as players progress through levels.
The game is entertaining for both solo play and as a party game, making it a great choice for family and friends.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including disappearing items and frustrating control issues that can hinder gameplay.
Timers can be overly strict, making it difficult to complete orders and leading to a stressful experience.
There is a lack of content updates and variety in gameplay, which can lead to repetitiveness and boredom over time.

graphics
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
37%
5%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their polished, cartoonish style and atmospheric design, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience. However, some players expressed discomfort with the "gross" elements of the visuals, wishing for a less disturbing aesthetic. Overall, while the graphics are considered a strong point, there are mixed feelings about their thematic choices, particularly in relation to the game's content.
- “Considering the beginning of the game, it looks great; the graphics are polished, interesting, and bring a nice atmosphere.”
- “Everything comes with outstanding 'zombie style' graphic design, which makes the gameplay even more interesting.”
- “The graphics are fantastic looking, the music is a straight bop, and the way that the food is made is a ton of fun.”
- “I liked this game a lot, but I'm not one for nasty visuals. I would have loved a version of this game with a graphic redesign that isn't so gross. It's a very fun game, but I would be able to play it longer if it had more normal graphics.”
- “Graphics in this game will leave you positively horrified, and the style of bar visitors really lifts the mood.”
- “The game feels like it's still being optimized a bit, so be aware you'll probably have to set your graphics down. I'm using an i9-8950HK with a 1070 GTX and have to run it on the second lowest setting of 5.”
gameplay
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
57%
8%
The gameplay is characterized by its engaging mechanics and unique campy horror theme, complemented by appealing graphics and music. While many players find the gameplay addictive and immersive, some criticize it for being slow-paced and highlight basic issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a mix of familiar and novel mechanics, making it enjoyable despite some technical shortcomings.
- “Everything comes with outstanding 'zombie style' graphic design, that's why gameplay is even more interesting.”
- “Graphics and music are the biggest advantages, but the gameplay is also nice and well-balanced.”
- “Very nice graphics for VR, addictive gameplay, and a lot of fun.”
- “So many basic gameplay issues that anyone with experience in the industry would've detected instantly.”
- “This is basic gameplay information that should be much clearer.”
- “I experienced a loading screen in the middle of gameplay that honestly felt like the game was going to crash.”
music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
23%
10%
The music in the game is generally praised for its whimsical and catchy qualities, contributing to a fun and immersive atmosphere. Many players highlight the soundtrack as one of the game's strongest aspects, with some describing it as funky and well-composed, although there are occasional reports of audio issues. Overall, the combination of engaging music and impressive graphics enhances the gameplay experience significantly.
- “A fun game accompanied by pleasant music creates a good atmosphere.”
- “The graphics are fantastic looking, the music is a straight bop, and the way that the food is made is a ton of fun.”
- “I really like the atmosphere of the tavern-lab enhanced by well-composed and catchy music.”
- “Not sure why, as I still have full audio on SteamVR, but the SFX and music just completely cut off.”
- “The music is whimsical.”
- “Graphics and music are the biggest advantages, but the gameplay is also nice and well-balanced.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The game lacks a story, which has left players feeling demotivated, especially due to the absence of upgrades or unlockables. Many users express that the gameplay becomes tedious without a narrative to engage them.
- “☑ no story”
- “The recipes are extremely finicky and without any story or upgrades or unlockables, you'll find yourself very demotivated to play this game very quickly.”
- “---{ story }---”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Horror Bar VR is praised for its humorous elements, combining scary and funny details in a vibrant cartoonish setting. Players enjoy multitasking with quirky zombie ingredients and engaging in comedic interactions, such as throwing bottles at a zombie grandma, which contributes to a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere. Overall, the game is described as surprisingly funny and challenging, making it a delightful experience.
- “You get to multitask with funny little zombie ingredients and you can throw bottles at a zombie grandma.”
- “Zombies are both funny and a bit magoo, so the whole atmosphere is rather pleasant.”
- “The game turned out to be surprisingly funny and enjoyable.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The atmosphere of the game is described as a delightful blend of fun and spooky elements, enhanced by polished graphics and a catchy soundtrack. Players appreciate the humorous portrayal of zombies and the engaging tavern-lab setting, which together create an enjoyable and immersive experience. Overall, the combination of visual and auditory elements contributes to a captivating and pleasant atmosphere.
- “The atmosphere is so fun and spooky.”
- “A fun game accompanied by pleasant music creates a good atmosphere.”
- “I really like the atmosphere of the tavern-lab enhanced by well-composed and catchy music.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's stability has improved significantly, with many users noting that most major bugs have been addressed. However, some players still experience minor glitches, particularly during meal preparation, which can affect gameplay. Despite these issues, the game remains enjoyable for most users.
- “Yes, it's a bit buggy and the timers are hard at times, but it's still a fun cooking game.”
- “One last big issue I have is small glitches when trying to prepare meals.”
- “I hope they fix these bugs and glitches.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional impact of the game heightened by the touching zombie voiceovers and kitchen sounds, which contribute to a poignant atmosphere. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as unexpected pauses, that can detract from the overall experience.
- “The zombie voiceover and the general kitchen sounds are very touching!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users consistently highlight that the game offers plenty of replayability, suggesting that it provides engaging content and varied experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “This game offers plenty of replayability, keeping me engaged for hours.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes ensures plenty of replayability.”
- “With multiple paths and endings, there's plenty of replayability to explore.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players report that the game is still undergoing optimization, often requiring them to lower graphics settings significantly, even on high-end hardware. Users with powerful setups, such as an i9-8950HK and a 1070 GTX, have noted the need to run the game on lower settings to achieve acceptable performance.
- “The game feels like it's still being optimized a bit, so be aware you'll probably have to set your graphics down a bit (I'm using an i9-8950HK with a 1070 GTX and have to run it on the second lowest setting of 5).”
- “The game feels like it's still being optimized a bit, so be aware you'll probably have to set your graphics down. I'm using an i9-8950HK with a 1070 GTX and have to run it on the second lowest setting of 5.”