After the Fall

After the Fall is an FPS designed for VR goggle users, set in the post-apocalyptic United States. The developer of the title is Vertigo Games, which specializes in the development of VR technology. In 2016, the team has released the FPS Arizona Sunshine, as well as After the Fall created for Oculus Rift goggles.

Plot

After the Fall takes place in the alternative rendition of the year 2005, twenty years after the apocalyptic catclysm that originated in the pandemic caused by the introduction of dangerous boosters to the market, with time turning people into mindless beasts called Snowbreed. Players traverse the frozen ruins of Los Angeles as one of the few survivors hiding deep beneath the city's surface. To survive and fight the monsters, they use gadgets and weapons utilizing technology from the 1980s.

Mechanics

After the Fall is a classic FPS, where controls are based on the use of a standard gamepad or motion controllers working with VR goggles. Unlike many other VR FPS games, the title has a major story campaign, with film cut-scenes and spectacular action sequences. The opponents in the game are the aformentioned Snowbreed, appearing in many various forms. They like to attack in large groups, which requires players to take a tactical approach to battles, as well as reasonable use of limited resources. The game features a large arsenal of available firearms, as well as gadgets useful in combat.

Game modes

Campaign in the game can be completed solo or with friends in online co-op mode. After the story is over, players gain access to additional missions, challenges and tasks.

Technical aspects

After the Fall boasts high-quality three-dimensional audiovisuals and looks impressive compared to other VR productions, given the size of the maps and the number of opponents that may appear in front of our character's eyes.

Last updated on 11 November 2022