| Metal: Hellsinger VR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Release Date | Gameplay & Story | Pre-Order & DLC | Review |
| Release Date | |
|---|---|
| September 26, 2024 (Meta Quest) More Details | |
| Genre | |
| Action, Adventure, Shooter | |
| Platforms | Price (MSRP) |
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$29.99 |
| Developer | Publisher |
| Lab42, The Outsiders | Funcom |
| Number of Players | Age Rating |
| 1 | M |
| Time to Finish | Cross Platform Play |
| 5 - 8 Hours | No |
| Official Website | Official Website for Metal: Hellsinger |
Metal: Hellsinger VR Latest News
⚫︎ Metal: Hellsinger VR Nominated For Best VR / AR For 2024 TGA (Game8)
⚫︎ ‘Metal: Hellsinger VR’ Comes to Meta Quest in 2024 (Meta)
⚫︎ ‘Metal: Hellsinger’ Video Game to Release VR Version With Original Score (Variety)
Metal: Hellsinger VR Overview
Metal: Hellsinger VR is a rhythm-based first-person shooter reimagined for virtual reality. Developed by The Outsiders in collaboration with Lab42, the game takes the music-driven gameplay of the original Metal: Hellsinger and places players directly into the inferno of its metal-inspired universe. Rebuilt from the ground up for VR, the game allows players to embody The Unknown, a half-demon protagonist, as they shoot, dash, and move to the beat of heavy metal tracks featuring vocals from artists like Serj Tankian (System of a Down) and Alissa White-Gluz (Arch Enemy).
The VR adaptation includes all original features such as the epic campaign, Torment Challenges, Beat Assist Mode, and Archdevil difficulty. The game also introduces mechanics that optimize the rhythmic shooting experience for VR. The original game’s audio design has garnered critical acclaim, winning numerous awards for innovation and soundtrack quality, including the MCV/Develop Award for Audio Innovation in 2023 and multiple 2022 accolades for its music scoring.
| Steam |
PlayStation |
Meta Quest |
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| $29.99 | |||||
Metal: Hellsinger VR Gameplay
Metal: Hellsinger VR is a rhythm-based first-person shooter where every action—shooting, dashing, and reloading—aligns with the beat of an intense heavy metal soundtrack. Players control The Unknown, a half-demon on a mission of vengeance through the Eight Hells. The better you sync your actions with the rhythm, the more intense the music becomes, unleashing the full power of the vocals and enhancing your combat abilities.
This VR version retains the signature mechanics of the original while leveraging VR's immersive potential. Players can physically aim and interact with the game world, further connecting with the pulsating rhythm. A redesigned interface ensures that the focus remains on the music and the fiery combat around you, eschewing traditional HUD elements for an unbroken sense of immersion.
Metal: Hellsinger VR Reviews
An Enjoyable Experience With A Few Glitch
IGN Italia rated Metal: Hellsinger VR 7.5/10, noting that the game successfully adapts its unique rhythm-based first-person shooter mechanics to the VR platform. However, they observed a few issues, including graphical compromises, particularly on Quest 3, and a weapon reload system that could be more refined. Despite these drawbacks, the game delivers a satisfying level of immersion, combining fast-paced, Doom-inspired combat with its distinctive rhythm-driven gameplay.
On Metacritic, the game holds a score of 79/100, with critics generally agreeing it is a solid adaptation of the original title. Most praised the engaging blend of rhythmic action and VR immersion but acknowledged some minor performance hiccups. Player reviews on Steam have been very positive, many players commend the game for its exciting gameplay and innovative use of rhythm mechanics in VR. However, there are some reports of bugs and technical issues, which have slightly tempered the overall reception. Despite these concerns, the game is widely regarded as a strong and enjoyable experience for fans of both rhythm and FPS genres.
Metal: Hellsinger VR Announcement Trailer
Metal: Hellsinger VR Meta Quest Announcement
The announcement trailer highlights the core gameplay of Metal: Hellsinger VR, showcasing the rhythm-based shooting mechanics set to a heavy metal soundtrack. Now rebuilt for VR, the gameplay immerses players in the action as they shoot and move in sync with the music, creating a fusion of fast-paced combat and rhythmic precision.
Metal: Hellsinger VR Trivia
⚫︎ Metal: Hellsinger VR features a lineup of vocalists from metal bands, including Björn Strid from Soilwork, Tatiana Shmayluk from Jinjer, Serj Tankian from System of a Down, Mikael Stanne from Dark Tranquility, Dennis Lyxzén from Refused and INVSN, Randy Blythe from Lamb of God, Alissa White-Gluz from Arch Enemy and James Dorton from Black Crown Initiate.
⚫︎ On Steam, the VR version of Metal: Hellsinger is at a discounted price, if you already own the original version of the game.
⚫︎ Metal: Hellsinger VR includes customizable options to enhance comfort and reduce motion sickness. Features like snap or continuous turning, vignette adjustments, aim assist, and height calibration (for standing or seated play) ensure a smoother experience. Players can also toggle UI elements, choose beat indicator positions, and enable left-handed support for added accessibility.
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