V Rising

Release Date: May 8, 2024

Action, fantasy, sandbox, isometric view, RPG elements, survival, online, indie games, co-op, vampires, crafting, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet, LAN

8.4

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89%

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A multiplayer survival game by Stunlock Studios (the creators of Battlerite). V Rising has us playing as vampires, traversing a dark land, regaining their strength and creating an empire.

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8.4

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 91% of Critics. There are 68 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Game Rant: 4 / 5 by Nick Rodriguez

Minor issues of pacing and controls aside, V Rising on PS5 is a more than worthy port. Its expressive customization options, unfolding combat mechanics, and flexible build options have made it a must-own for PC players, and now the same can be said for PlayStation players. If you're a fan of survival games, action-RPGs, and Gothic horror, you can't do much better than V Rising.

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COGconnected: 86 / 100 by James Paley

While I’ve mostly left survival crafting sims behind, V Rising feels different. The vampire hook is part of it, but the game’s design is a big factor. Building and murdering all tie together in one big progression tree. Moving from one path to the other feels perfectly smooth and seamless. Plus, both activities are pretty fun. I don’t love the traversal at times, and the game sometimes feels too big for a single player. But the core gameplay loop is a delight. Sure, a game boiled down to ‘build’ and ‘murder’ is a simple one. But there’s elegance in simplicity. V Rising is an excellent survival crafting RPG that I highly recommend.

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Push Square: 7 / 10 by Robert Ramsey

V Rising is a devilishly addictive action RPG - but only once you've worked through the game's fairly tedious first act. Getting your castle up and running takes time and patience, but if you can embrace the grind, you'll discover a dynamic open world that's full of interesting ideas and satisfying gameplay loops.

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89%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (90,667)

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The main pros of the game

Graphics and Atmosphere: The game features unique and beautifully crafted graphics that create an immersive gothic world. The art design is highly praised for its detail and aesthetic appeal.
Gameplay Mechanics: Players enjoy the fluidity of combat, the depth of crafting, and the engaging boss fights. The game allows for diverse builds and playstyles, making it adaptable to different preferences.
Base Building: The castle-building mechanics are well-received, offering extensive customization options that enhance player engagement.
Community and Support: The developers are noted for being responsive and actively supporting the game with updates and patches, which contributes to a strong community.
Variety of Content: The game offers a good mix of PvE and PvP experiences, alongside a variety of bosses and challenges that keep gameplay fresh.

The main cons of the game

Grindiness: Many players find the game can be overly grindy, especially in the later stages, where resource gathering becomes tedious.
Boss Difficulty Balancing: Some bosses are perceived as inconsistently difficult, leading to frustration, particularly for solo players who may struggle against certain encounters.
Lack of Offline Mode: The game is always online, which can be a drawback for those who prefer offline play or have unstable internet connections.
Limited Endgame Content: Several reviews mention a lack of substantial endgame content, making the game feel repetitive after completing main objectives.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

More Story Content: Users express a desire for deeper lore and narrative elements within the game, as the current story is considered minimal.
Expanded Endgame Activities: Players are looking for additional challenges or content beyond PvP and boss fights to keep the game engaging after the main storyline is completed.
Improved Controller Support: Some reviews highlight issues with controller bindings and overall support, suggesting a need for better optimization for players who prefer using controllers.
Enhanced Clarity in Mechanics: There are calls for clearer instructions and indicators during gameplay, particularly regarding boss mechanics and event timers.

Summary

Overall, V Rising is well-regarded for its engaging gameplay and atmospheric design, but it faces criticism for grindiness and a lack of robust endgame content. Players appreciate the depth of mechanics and community support, while also expressing a desire for more narrative and clearer gameplay elements.

Summary generated on: November 25, 2024

4.4

GAMERS Score

Average score from 62 votes. 259 players anticipated the game.

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V Rising is a multiplayer survival game in which we play as a vampire. It was developed by the Stunlock Studios - a Swedish team also responsible for Bloodline Champions and Battlerite.

Plot

V Rising is set in a gothic fantasy world. We play as a vampire awakening from a centuries-long slumber. Having woken up, the protagonist tries to regain their strength and create an empire mighty enough to threaten the humans, monsters and other vampires of the land.

Mechanics

V Rising makes use of the top-down perspective. The game features a vast and open world. It contains dark forests, settlements of various sizes and massive underground cave systems. Since we play as a vampire, we can only freely explore at night; during the day we must hide from sunlight and stay in the shadows.

Throughout the game we hunt people to harvest their blood, plunder villagers, kill bandits, face enemy soldiers, monsters and even other vampires. Combat is dynamic, requiring agility and good reflexes, attacking and dodging at the right times. We can dispatch our foes wielding melee and ranged weapons, as well as combat skills and spells.

As we progress through the game we develop our character, acquire more powerful abilities and gear; equipment can be crafted, found or looted off enemies. We'll also acquire resources used to expand our fortress. The castle serves as our base, where we can store our loot and rally our troops. It must therefore be both aesthetically appealing and practical.

To recruit soldiers we must first turn humans into vampire spawn. Our army will come in handy when raiding other players' strongholds and defending our own. There's also nothing stopping us from allying with other players and facing dangers together.