Doom VFR (2017) · Tastebuds

Taking place after the events of Doom, you take control of scientist who was killed during the initial demon invasion of Mars.

Shooter Action Science fiction Horror pax west 2017 bink videoWindows Mixed Reality, PlayStation VR, SteamVR

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TheSixthAxisDave IrwinDec 20179/10
As a VR experience designed from the ground up for the technology, Doom VFR is probably the best example of this to date. There are some improvements to be made with the movement, but it is otherwise a fantastic bit of the ol' ultra violence that shouldn't be missed. Bethesda have definitely shown they understand the potential of VR, so hopefully we'll see more dedicated VR experiences in the future.
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COGconnectedBranden JohnsonDec 201785/100
______________________ “The story is a means to an end, an excuse to move from one demon-slaying arena to the next.
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IGNDan StapletonDec 20178/10
Doom VFR is a brave shooter that proves that VR games don't have to be conservative with movement to work. Fast-paced action with a great stable of recognizable weapons and enemies makes it a challenging rush, once you find your VR legs. It's a shame VFR story didn't get the same self-aware treatment as Doom did, but even if it's all about warping and gunning, that's more than enough.
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Game InformerJavy GwaltneyDec 20175/10
Doom VFR is a short experience that has a couple of high points but mostly struggles to work as both a VR shooter and a Doom entry
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Attack of the FanboyKyle HansonDec 20172.5/5 stars
DOOM VFR is Bethesda's second major VR release, but it feels like one that is coming a year too late. Poor controls and odd design decisions detract from what would otherwise be an excellent VR shoote
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About the game

Platforms: Windows Mixed Reality, PlayStation VR, SteamVR
Developer: id Software
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks
Released: November 30, 2017
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Virtual Reality
Engine: id Tech 6

IGDB rating 7.7/10 from 20 ratings.

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