BONEWORKS

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 136 Ratings

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  1. marwin123454
    Jan 12, 2020
    10
    just love it just love itjust love itjust love itjust love itjust love itjust love itjust love itjust love itjust love itjust love it
  2. miker00lz
    Jan 6, 2020
    8
    I have never experienced anything like this in all of gaming. The engine is mind-blowing, and I've never REALLY felt like I'm just THERE in the world the same way I have with Boneworks. The physics, and the way you interact with the world, are the stars of the show here.

    As a game, it's only decent. The story is lacking, the puzzles are fairly basic, the enemies are kind of dumb, and    I have never experienced anything like this in all of gaming. The engine is mind-blowing, and I've never REALLY felt like I'm just THERE in the world the same way I have with Boneworks. The physics, and the way you interact with the world, are the stars of the show here.

    As a game, it's only decent. The story is lacking, the puzzles are fairly basic, the enemies are kind of dumb, and there are occasional glitches, but it's just SO MUCH FUN TO PLAY that I don't care. It will take you to another world and really convince you that you're there because the way in which you interact with it is so natural.

    This is a real breakthrough in VR game engines, and I'm excited to see what Stress Level Zero does with it next. Just don't play this if you're new to VR or get sick from it easily. Nothing makes me VR sick, but I can see how it could make some people puke.    … Expand
  3. petrovich_zfx
    Feb 5, 2020
    9
    This is a very Unique experience. It is the game, that can be possible only in VR. Realisic phisics is not a game feature here, it is the game so to say. You experiment with it, trck it and have a good fun with it. Game has a great atmosphere, interesting lore and pretty good OST. The only drag here is the story. It is there, but it develops so slow and it is really a shame, cause it couldThis is a very Unique experience. It is the game, that can be possible only in VR. Realisic phisics is not a game feature here, it is the game so to say. You experiment with it, trck it and have a good fun with it. Game has a great atmosphere, interesting lore and pretty good OST. The only drag here is the story. It is there, but it develops so slow and it is really a shame, cause it could be something very unusual. But we have what we have. A potential killer of HL: Alyx. Alyx would be very hard to stand its ground, when something like boneworks is around.… Expand
  4. ZELOT7763
    Jan 16, 2020
    9
    This is overall a good game! Physics are great and the story was good! The ending kind of leaves an opening for a sequal. Overall, I would recommend if you have your VR legs!
  5. Rager100
    Jan 30, 2020
    8
    the game is good but it has some minor issues. Therese not too much you can mess up in a game like bone works but when it comes to level design they definitely could have used some more time. The version i played the game in didn't have in level checkpoints so you would have to redo a large portion of the game if you stopped playing mid level or crashes. Good thing is that the devsthe game is good but it has some minor issues. Therese not too much you can mess up in a game like bone works but when it comes to level design they definitely could have used some more time. The version i played the game in didn't have in level checkpoints so you would have to redo a large portion of the game if you stopped playing mid level or crashes. Good thing is that the devs actually care about the game unlike some of the bigger company and have been putting out patches to get rid of some bumps in the game like the checkpoints. The game could also be more direct when it comes to story and game mechanics. The games earlier puzzles were real difficult at first but eventually you figure out that they work generally the same throughout the game. There are also some problems with the puzzles where something like an object or npc will get stuck in the wrong position and you can reset it so you'll either cheat or restart the level so you can get past the puzzle. The game also doesn't have much replay value with the main reason for going back through the game would be to get weapons for the arena were you can fight waves of enemy for fun and achievements which requires more mags and going through entire game sections again. As you can tell people really dont want to do this and have found ways to cheat and get infinite mags so you can unlock the gmod type guns and fly around the map for all the weapons. Its a nice game but over time they could add some type of dungeon mode to keep the game going for a while but until then im probably going to just wait until more stuff is added. Im positive that they'll add more modes because of the extra slots on the mode installer progression system thingy so who knows. game will kill time for 8 hours if your a master of puzzles and the arenas a good place to have fun but if your looking for some addicting game to play for a good while i would look at some other vr games.… Expand
  6. PhilPotter
    Feb 19, 2020
    10
    I have 70 Hours currently and I have to say Boneworks has done everything that everyone has been doing wrong. The full body with accurate tracking makes you feel like you are in the game. Whilest everyone ignores the physics and just talks about how this has a bad story whilest you have to have played the other games to understand the story. The combat felt good and satisfying tho theI have 70 Hours currently and I have to say Boneworks has done everything that everyone has been doing wrong. The full body with accurate tracking makes you feel like you are in the game. Whilest everyone ignores the physics and just talks about how this has a bad story whilest you have to have played the other games to understand the story. The combat felt good and satisfying tho the only enemy that was a bit hard to beat was the Zombie wich throws meta corruptions and the Omnimen. The only thing that hasnt been so great is that when you hold a enemy that it/he moves around alot and makes it very non fitting on how this game works. Relative from this I would say this is a 9/10! As most bugs are fixed and a Save Checkpoint system has been added the game is the Half Life of VR and has to get more attention from the real media critics who dont just base a game on if you get sick or not.… Expand
  7. BillGR17
    Apr 11, 2020
    8
    Its a very good vr game BUT i cant recommend it as a first game tho you will not have a good time and you will most likely be motion sick (i was and i have never had experienced motion sickness before...)
    So if you have played vr games go get this asap you will have fun on the story mode and when u done with the story you can either go play in the arena mode or have fun in sandbox plus    Its a very good vr game BUT i cant recommend it as a first game tho you will not have a good time and you will most likely be motion sick (i was and i have never had experienced motion sickness before...)
    So if you have played vr games go get this asap you will have fun on the story mode and when u done with the story you can either go play in the arena mode or have fun in sandbox plus there are a ton of stuff for you to unlock so you can always select the level u want to play and collect the hidden stuff :)    … Expand
  8. Shirokuro
    Feb 24, 2020
    8
    One of the best games for VR currently but I got to take some points off for a few reasons.

    Firstly, melee combat is kind of wonky at times. Like trying to punch someone underwater. You try your hardest to hit fast but end up doing almost no damage. Secondly, the lack of different enemy types. There's pretty much just the 'zombies', holographic gunners and spider headsets. Last    One of the best games for VR currently but I got to take some points off for a few reasons.

    Firstly, melee combat is kind of wonky at times. Like trying to punch someone underwater. You try your hardest to hit fast but end up doing almost no damage.

    Secondly, the lack of different enemy types. There's pretty much just the 'zombies', holographic gunners and spider headsets.

    Last but not least, the variety of firearms. There's just pistols and few different types of machine guns.

    Other than that, this game is amazing. If you don't get motion sick easily, I highly recommend it. From what I've seen, updates are coming and they can perhaps fix all the issues I have with the game.    … Expand
  9. 4Donuts
    Jan 8, 2020
    10
    The game is amazing, let's just start this off with if you have a VR this is a must buy as it is the best VR game out rn. If the 74 rating is drawing you away let me tell you, don't let it. All critics are losing their credibility as they are giving the best VR game released right now the same score as mass effect andromeda. What the **** I see some reviews saying the campaign is shortThe game is amazing, let's just start this off with if you have a VR this is a must buy as it is the best VR game out rn. If the 74 rating is drawing you away let me tell you, don't let it. All critics are losing their credibility as they are giving the best VR game released right now the same score as mass effect andromeda. What the **** I see some reviews saying the campaign is short and let me ask you all did you even ****ing play the game. This is the longest vr campaign out right now. You can get every vr game on steam play them all and boneworks would still have the longest campaign. The enemies are AI are some of vr's best as they react to almost anything you do to them. Pushing a sword in ones chest? They will reach for the sword as you keep pushing it in. The enemies are so unique and smart you can even use a crablet as a weapon by shoving it on to a guys head. The controls and physics are vr's best as you can interact and grab, move, use as a weapon and climb just about anything. I never got motion sick a bit while playing so that's really not a problem, just get more used to VR before playing. there is even so much to do after beating the campaign it's one of the longest VR games out. after beating the game you can do a melee only run, beat arena, mess around in sandbox, get all the ammo, just unlock the dev gun and mess around in story mode. everyone saying the game is short has never been more wrong in their life, if a review says the game is short you really should just ignore it as you could play this game forever because mods for it are already coming out, and the devs have a 24 page list of new content they want to add in new updates. And the game is 30 dollars, quite small compared to most vr games. The fact that the critic's reviews are about a paragraph or sentence long tells you to not listen to them. Just ignore the people that get paid to give call of duty a 9 or 10 every year and take this game as a 10/10. TL;DL Endless content and cheap compared to most VR games. A must buy for every vr owner.… Expand
  10. RavenFB
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    Excellent vr game. The physics is really exceptional, the gunfight s are really satisfying.
  11. GodzillaWalking
    Jun 13, 2020
    10
    This game is by far the best vr game out now. The game warns that you need to at least have your vr legs so motion sickness is not a valid excuse for you to give the game a lower score. The campaign is great and while it isn't perfect it definitely isn't forgettable. The enemies are really good and they make the combat satisfying. If you're a creative person than sandbox mode can be hoursThis game is by far the best vr game out now. The game warns that you need to at least have your vr legs so motion sickness is not a valid excuse for you to give the game a lower score. The campaign is great and while it isn't perfect it definitely isn't forgettable. The enemies are really good and they make the combat satisfying. If you're a creative person than sandbox mode can be hours of fun. I would easily recommend this game to any vr player… Expand
  12. Birbleaf
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    great game, I like the plot and it has great replayability, I like the life-like physics and that certain objects are heavier than others
  13. Sterben5229
    Aug 10, 2020
    8
    This is the most realistic VR game in terms of body presence and freedom of interaction. The story is well written but requires lots of digging (similar to FNAF). There could be more content for the price but they update the game every few months and there is quite a budding mod scene.
  14. grove2121
    May 9, 2020
    10
    The best VR experience out there. There's nothing as good and as innovative as boneworks for now.
  15. bulbasaur234
    Jun 19, 2020
    9
    I really enjoyed the game. The VR puzzle game is one of the best VR games on the market and its a must buy.
  16. LegatusAugustus
    Nov 30, 2021
    10
    Incredible. Just incredible. The most sophisticated VR game ever, every other game feels dull now tho :(
  17. doge_vova
    Jun 4, 2020
    10
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  18. KampCikat
    Jun 29, 2020
    9
    Based of the newest version of the game, i think its a master piece of VR gaming.
    Not just the revolutionary game physics for VR makes the game so good, it is the overall Half Life style that makes the game so good.
    Even after playing the main story you have the option to collect all items for the sandbox to mess around a bit, or play against enemys in the arena or just play the call of    Based of the newest version of the game, i think its a master piece of VR gaming.
    Not just the revolutionary game physics for VR makes the game so good, it is the overall Half Life style that makes the game so good.
    Even after playing the main story you have the option to collect all items for the sandbox to mess around a bit, or play against enemys in the arena or just play the call of duty styled "Zombie Mode".
    This is the best VR game I have played.
    But i have to admit that the story could be more clearer without reading all text on the walls.
    If you have a VR headset this game is a must play for you, and if not i would not consider buying a VR headset just for this game, but if you want to continuously play other VR games it would be a geat deal.
    Also if you play with HTC VIVE controllers holding items in game is so painful because you have to HOLD the grip or trigger button to hold an objekt.    … Expand
  19. Probroccoli
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This game is the best VR game I have ever played. The immersion and physics are the best I've ever seen. This is the best VR game for any experienced players, since people new to VR may experience motion sickness. Besides that, it is still my personal favorite game.
  20. oppsidaysi79
    Aug 10, 2020
    10
    at first i was not sure of this game,but it turned out to be a fun game.i loved that you could climb on almost everything in this game,its a challenge. its awesome that you can interact with every object in this world. overall this is one of my favorite vr games.
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    Jan 1, 2022
    10
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  22. MeowMix1209
    Dec 20, 2019
    7
    Boneworks is an intriguing game centered around the premise of 'physics'. It really goes to display what a full featured 'physics sandbox' could playout in VR. Unfortunately, while the physics can be viewed as a key feature, it is also a very big weak point (you'll encounter many physics bugs).
    Overall, it feels like an expanded 'tech demo' with narrative progressed using 2D video. Still    Boneworks is an intriguing game centered around the premise of 'physics'. It really goes to display what a full featured 'physics sandbox' could playout in VR. Unfortunately, while the physics can be viewed as a key feature, it is also a very big weak point (you'll encounter many physics bugs).
    Overall, it feels like an expanded 'tech demo' with narrative progressed using 2D video. Still a fun game, but far from the 'Killer App' we've been waiting for.

    Quick Impressions:
    -After completing the main campaign, the game is about a ---7/10--- when compared to other VR games releasing in 2019 (Stormland, Asgard's Wrath). To those giving Boneworks a 10, what will you give Half Life:Alyx when it releases ? A 10 suggests Boneworks is 'just as good', which is disingenuous.
    - Inverse Kinematics (IK) body: Boneworks takes a minimalist approach to IK. While more established games like Asgard's Wrath and Stormland use onboot arm-length and height calibration, Boneworks only uses height calibration. With Boneworks only using height calibration, it not surprisingly leads to more glitches with the users ingame upper extremities (example, guns chamber has collisions with your arm).
    -I will say BW reeks of Half Life and Portal influence.I am very disappointed the story narrative is told using 2D video, I'm surprised not many have mentioned this (I mean come on this is VR!)
    -Gunplay is pretty good. The most satisfying part of the game for me. They really nailed the gun mechanics.
    -Music is pretty good, I find myself spontaneously grooving down to some of the songs (I've read some say the music is better than the game)
    -The 'OMG BW = JESUS/Killer app' hype is just that, hype. Although, it's still a fun game and I would recommend it. That said, I thought the RoadToVR review was pretty good (6/10) and if anything BW makes me more hyped for HL:Alyx (especially since HL should have a much deeper and meaningful story behind it)    … Expand
  23. lordnoak
    Dec 11, 2019
    8
    The story is not really explained at the intro to the game. I would have liked some clue as to what my goal in the game is other than a cryptic intro video. The physics and actually being in a body in VR is just incredibly well done. The movement and environment interaction is how all first person VR games should be. It is very easy to learn and comfortable.
  24. fitzy-1982
    Dec 18, 2019
    10
    Amazing! The physicality of the world adds so much to the sense of presence. It anchors you to the world in a way I have not experienced before. Alongside my Pimax 5k+ on large (170 degree) FOV, it was hard to 0nit believe I was in a new playgym. Make sure you are running at 90hz constant with no reprojd tion or the physics will break!
  25. Ugamer80
    Dec 16, 2019
    10
    This game is incredible. We have yet to see a VR game with this level of interaction, and it does so almost flawlessly. As the devs have said, this is just the beginning and I cannot wait to see what they come up with next. If you are not prone to motion sickness, get this game. If you are prone to motion sickness, get this game (it can help you train your "VR legs"). If you have a VRThis game is incredible. We have yet to see a VR game with this level of interaction, and it does so almost flawlessly. As the devs have said, this is just the beginning and I cannot wait to see what they come up with next. If you are not prone to motion sickness, get this game. If you are prone to motion sickness, get this game (it can help you train your "VR legs"). If you have a VR headset, get this game.… Expand
  26. thermalflight
    Dec 10, 2019
    10
    This is the future of gaming.
    The physics is so realistic that you will forget that is not real.
    The feeling of using hands in virtual reality is something awesome, every gamer must try this to understand. Don't look at videos because is something to live not to watch.
    You will be sucked in this reality.
  27. dndkeil
    Dec 11, 2019
    10
    Best Immersion i ever had in VR after RE7. This is brilliant how flued interactions in this game works, flow is amazing this is the best game to prove VR brilliancy as media.
  28. xDBluCZxD
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Best of the best VR games :DDDD love this game so much, soundtrack is amazing, gameplay, story, action, everything!!! This is VR masterpiece!!!!
  29. Aceus
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    To preface, if you do not have your VR legs (you get nauseous quickly, cannot gauge your room in VR or just can't use locomotion.) do not play this game. It is made clear that this game is not for you.

    Boneworks is the best VR title I have played. First let's start with the good things about this game: -Physics Engine The Physics Engine in this game is a first in VR and will be    To preface, if you do not have your VR legs (you get nauseous quickly, cannot gauge your room in VR or just can't use locomotion.) do not play this game. It is made clear that this game is not for you.

    Boneworks is the best VR title I have played.

    First let's start with the good things about this game:

    -Physics Engine
    The Physics Engine in this game is a first in VR and will be unrivaled for quite some time. Like most games when you see a problem that needs to be solved, you come up with a solution. A first for VR, whatever solution you have is correct and can be done.

    -Weapons
    The weapons in this game are on par with H3. They feel real and they feel good. The rifles especially feel good because of the weight they have compared to other weapons like pistols. The melee weapons are also enjoyable to use. My favorite has to be the half sword!

    -Character Body
    This is definitely a controversial thing to include but it really does feel right. Too many VR games just feature hands as your method of control. Comparing that to Boneworks, the full body really brings presence and immersion into the gameworld. You ask yourself, how can I use my arms and legs to solve this level.

    Just one bad thing:

    -Story
    The plot of the game was a bit lacking leaving the player confused about their part in it. Although lacking, I am positive they will bring some kind of expansion to it in later updates.

    All in all, for about 15 hours of Story Content (If you want to get the developer gadgets) and endless time spent sandboxing the beautifully crafted levels, Boneworks is a MUST buy for Headset Owners (As long as you have your VR Legs) especially considering its price tag of $30.    … Expand
  30. Hutchi
    Dec 11, 2019
    10
    Best VR game to date, it is like someone went two years ahead and bring the game to us.
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72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Game Rant
    Jan 7, 2020
    60
    Despite its frustrations and some half-measure design, Boneworks is still a game that is easy to recommend for VR fans. There's a lot about its immersion that other VR games could learn from, and hopefully build an overall better game around.
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  2. Jeuxvideo.com
    Dec 20, 2019
    75
    With a really impressive engine that shines from physic awareness and realism, Boneworks brings a nice VR experience but fails to deliver a complete and bug-free game.
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  3. 4P.de
    Dec 19, 2019
    70
    Quotation forthcoming.
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