Operation Warcade Review (PlayStation VR)
Operation Warcade Review, Relive the experience of playing the classic war arcade in a totally amazing way, thanks to virtual reality and the innovative immersion system that will make it possible for you to travel inside the video game. Operation Warcade is a shooter specifically designed for virtual reality, inspired by the late ’80s classic war arcade that now uses the latest technology to convert it into a unique experience.
Operation Warcade Review Pros:
- Nice graphics.
- Move support (Uses two controllers)
- Can play with a controller.
- A love letter to Operation Wolf.
- Arcade shooter gameplay.
- Online leaderboard support.
- Arcade atmosphere.
- 2.05GB Download size.
- Platinum trophy.
- You have two hands- The default is one hand uses a gun and the second one has a grenade.
- Stars- Do missions in levels to earn them and they unlock bonuses like laser sights or more ammo and open up new levels.
- Can replay levels.
- Such an exhilarating experience.
- Immersion points- On the map, you shoot these to then be transported to a new part of the level. This could be flying a plane and parachuting out or going down on the floor and doing some CQC, Jumping on a boat and using a rail gun, or many others. These are optional.
- Continue at a game over.
- Can lean into the game!
- Weapons- From guns to bows to knives and that is before you even begin to look at mounted weapons.
- Awesome sound effects and narrator shout-outs.
- Six locations with six scenarios.
- Tons of replayability.
- Difficult.
- Very easy to pick up and play.
- When selecting the game you are in an arcade and you can look around.
Operation Warcade Review Cons:
- Bit of black screen waiting between immersion points.
- Can be hard to see some enemies.
- No real tutorial.
- No local MP.
- No multiplayer at all.
- Grenades seem a bit off.
- Any tracking issues will ruin it.
- Bit of locomotion issues especially when in vehicles.
- Pop-up issues.
- Cant always shoot everyone thanks to invisible walls.
- Difficulty spikes.
- Enemies just pop in.
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Operation Warcade
Developer: Ivanovich Games
Publisher: Ivanovich Games
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The Numbers:
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Graphics - 8/108/10
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Sound - 8/108/10
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Accessability - 9/109/10
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Length - 8/108/10
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Fun Factor - 9/109/10
Summary
I loved Operation Wolf back in the day but it needed something more, For years I wondered what that would be. Turns out it’s the ability to teleport into the game! It just completely changes the game. Jumping into a plane and parachuting out and shooting enemies as you fall is next level as well as shooting off the back of the boat. Just leaning into the screen had me grinning like a Cheshire cat. I am constantly surprised at how much fun the game is and is one of the few examples of me forgetting I was in VR and that hardly ever happens. In short, We have a solid arcade shooter that knows how to innovate!
Operation Warcade offers a visually appealing experience with its impressive graphics and immersive arcade atmosphere. The game supports both Move controllers and traditional gamepads, providing flexibility in how players choose to engage with the gameplay. As a tribute to the classic Operation Wolf, it delivers nostalgic arcade shooter gameplay, complete with online leaderboards to compete with others. The game’s download size is a manageable 2.05GB, and it even offers a Platinum trophy for dedicated players.
One of the standout features is the dual-hand setup, where one hand wields a gun and the other a grenade, enhancing the immersive experience. Players can earn stars by completing missions, which unlock bonuses like laser sights and additional ammo, as well as new levels. The game’s replayability is bolstered by the ability to replay levels and the exhilarating experience it provides. Immersion points scattered throughout the map transport players to different parts of the level, offering varied experiences such as flying a plane, engaging in close-quarters combat, or using a rail gun on a boat. These immersion points are optional but add significant depth to the gameplay.
Operation Warcade also features a wide array of weapons, from guns and bows to knives and mounted weapons, complemented by awesome sound effects and engaging narrator shout-outs. The game spans six locations, each with six scenarios, ensuring plenty of content to explore. Despite its difficulty, the game is easy to pick up and play, and players can continue from where they left off after a game over. The ability to lean into the game further enhances the immersive experience.
However, the game is not without its flaws. There are occasional black screen waits between immersion points, and some enemies can be hard to see. The lack of a tutorial can make the initial learning curve steep, and the absence of local or online multiplayer modes limits the social aspect of the game. Grenades can feel a bit off, and any tracking issues can significantly disrupt the gameplay. There are also locomotion issues, especially when in vehicles, and pop-up issues where enemies just appear out of nowhere. Invisible walls can prevent players from shooting certain enemies, and difficulty spikes can be frustrating.
In summary, Operation Warcade is a visually stunning and immersive arcade shooter that pays homage to classic games while offering modern features like online leaderboards and a variety of weapons and scenarios. Its replayability and exhilarating gameplay are major strengths, but it is marred by some technical issues and the lack of multiplayer options. Despite these drawbacks, it remains an easy-to-pick-up game that provides a nostalgic and engaging experience for arcade shooter fans.
