Underplayed Gems

Serious Sam VR: The First Encounter (2017)

Serious Sam VR: The First Encounter cover
Developer
Croteam VR
Publisher
Devolver Digital, Croteam
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 752 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast, frantic arcade shooter that feels like a chaotic bullet hell in virtual reality, demanding quick reflexes to survive hordes of enemies.

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What players say

Players say this is a faithful and chaotic VR adaptation of the classic horde shooter, with dual-wielding weapons adding a fresh twist. The port is largely praised, but some note it runs poorly over wireless VR, and motion sickness is a real issue for many, with lens flares and a lack of seated play height adjustment also criticized.

Screenshots

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