Vampire Survivors

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 219 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 36 out of 219
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  1. redheverest
    Sep 8, 2023
    9
    100+ часов в стиме в маленькой простой игре, за пару баксов, кто-то знает рецепт успеха получше?
  2. giannis2001
    Aug 24, 2023
    8
    Very simple game, but can be very addicting because of the variety of builds and characters. Highly recommend it if you are a fan of the genre.
  3. apokalipto
    Aug 18, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  4. So-Leng
    Aug 16, 2023
    8
    Do not play if you enjoy sleeping.

    The only thing holding this game back however is the late game Steam Deck performance. VS is advertised as Verified, but I'd argue it's borderline unplayable once you get to the 20 minute mark in your run. There are so many assets on screen that before you know it you'll be holding a handheld microwave and slapping skeletons at 2fps. Due to the already    Do not play if you enjoy sleeping.

    The only thing holding this game back however is the late game Steam Deck performance. VS is advertised as Verified, but I'd argue it's borderline unplayable once you get to the 20 minute mark in your run. There are so many assets on screen that before you know it you'll be holding a handheld microwave and slapping skeletons at 2fps. Due to the already extremely simple graphics and chaotic nature of the game, I doubt that the performance is ever going to see a change.

    On PC though it's of course a different story, and probably the best gaming value for money in recent memory.    … Expand
  5. Krutonite
    Aug 15, 2023
    8
    Absolute quality little game!
    If you need to sink 20-40 minutes before you gotta do something, this is a nice, easy and fun way of doing so. Very satisfying to the lizard brain. They guy making it keeps updating it with new bits and it's not cancered with in-game transactions and battle passes and whatever other capitalist man-made horrors beyond our comprehension that we must normally    Absolute quality little game!
    If you need to sink 20-40 minutes before you gotta do something, this is a nice, easy and fun way of doing so. Very satisfying to the lizard brain. They guy making it keeps updating it with new bits and it's not cancered with in-game transactions and battle passes and whatever other capitalist man-made horrors beyond our comprehension that we must normally endure these days.    … Expand
  6. Mune
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    A simple game definitely worth its price, you can spend hundreds of hours in it and still have fun
  7. klementineQt
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Took nothing but existing mechanics, combined them in an exact way not seen before, and created an entire genre out of it, all while being ridiculously simple, but incredibly engrossing.

    It's the addiction of mobile games, without the harmful monetization and lack of depth. The pricing of the game and the DLCs is also severely below what they're worth. This is one of the most humble    Took nothing but existing mechanics, combined them in an exact way not seen before, and created an entire genre out of it, all while being ridiculously simple, but incredibly engrossing.

    It's the addiction of mobile games, without the harmful monetization and lack of depth.

    The pricing of the game and the DLCs is also severely below what they're worth. This is one of the most humble showings in gaming.    … Expand
  8. Eyean
    Aug 5, 2023
    8
    This game is like gambling but without the part where you sell your house and end up homeless. The core gameplay is simple but very addicting, and is filled with much more content then you would think 5 dollars could get you.
  9. Sanguis_Baronem
    Jul 28, 2023
    7
    It's an addictive game with a simple formula, lots of things to try and tons of different items.
  10. fernbrake
    Jul 24, 2023
    9
    Vampire Survivors is a highly addictive and entertaining bullet hell game that is perfect for gamers who are seeking a fresh challenge. The game's mechanics are straightforward and easily comprehensible, dropping players straight into the action. The maps and monsters are well-balanced, and the various power-ups ensure players remain engaged, providing a genuinely challenging gamingVampire Survivors is a highly addictive and entertaining bullet hell game that is perfect for gamers who are seeking a fresh challenge. The game's mechanics are straightforward and easily comprehensible, dropping players straight into the action. The maps and monsters are well-balanced, and the various power-ups ensure players remain engaged, providing a genuinely challenging gaming experience.

    This game is the embodiment of excess with its monstrous creatures and maps that are sure to delight gamers who enjoy this type of aesthetic. Every upgrade and weapon unlock feels like a significant accomplishment, adding to the sense of satisfaction as you progress through the game.

    The game's simplicity and addictiveness are what make it stand out, making it an ideal option for those who want a game that is easy to start playing but difficult to stop. In summary, Vampire Survivors is an outstanding game for players seeking a unique and captivating bullet hell experience.    … Expand
  11. skdcraw
    Jul 4, 2023
    8
    They were calling this game one of the best of '22 and I never got a chance to try it. The title was a bit, it seemed simple. But when I went to my friend's house and he told me that it was a very fun game and that I should try it, I did. And I experienced that it really is as fun and as addictive as they say it is. So what makes this game so fun? What is the genre of this game?

    Believe    They were calling this game one of the best of '22 and I never got a chance to try it. The title was a bit, it seemed simple. But when I went to my friend's house and he told me that it was a very fun game and that I should try it, I did. And I experienced that it really is as fun and as addictive as they say it is. So what makes this game so fun? What is the genre of this game?

    Believe me, I don't know anything, all I know is that I should play it. Vampire Survivors is actually a very simple game. It's a game where you just walk and make choices. There are basically two mechanics. The game asks you to solve these mechanics for a long time. As you discover new weapons, passive items, you try new things. Either you're always making progress or you're discovering things. The reward cycle is awesome. Just when you think you've completed the game, it suddenly gets deeper. Even though the game seems very simple, it actually includes a story mode where you can make progress. And they spent a lot more time on this story mode than I thought they would. I expected a lot less from a game that is played with two buttons for distraction. Moreover, the game has done a great job of setting up the infinite loop (the ability to play and get something out of the game even after it's over) that games like this tend to try to do. There are so many systems in the game that I can't mention in order to avoid spoilers.

    The game also doesn't ask too much from you. Yes, it can take a long time, it can be addictive, but it requires enough brain activity that you can play even while watching a TV series, I think you can have a lot of fun playing this game on public transportation instead of those hyper-casual games that are copies of each other. Even if you don't make progress in the game, you can buy another weapon, you can try something new, you can play in a place you've never played before. And it's not that cryptic because it shows what you can do from the game menu.

    This game wanted to be a very simple game. It managed to get a little bit deeper in the gameplay without breaking its simplicity, without tiring you out, and it probably surprised people other than me. I definitely think it's a game that can keep you entertained for even longer than it promises. You can put it between heavy games and rest your head for a while. But if there's one thing this game does very well, it's to keep you playing. Of course there will be those who don't like it, but it's definitely a great game that I think everyone should give a chance, that exceeded my expectations a lot and that I think is one of the best games on mobile as of the time I'm writing this.    … Expand
  12. Tintler
    Jun 24, 2023
    5
    Bağımlılık yaptığı doğrudur evet, fakat bir süre sonra sıkılmaya başladım. Oyunun bir genre başlattığını düşünüyorum. Bu oyunun ardından bir çok klonu türedi bu açıdan başarılı bir oyun olduğunu düşünüyorum.
  13. Young_Fawn
    Jun 21, 2023
    9
    Hours of Endless Fun

    Initially when watching videos of Vampire Survivors, I didn't really understand what the appeal was. For me it wasn't a game I enjoyed watching other people play and I think because of this, I wasn't wholly interested. Although I did buy it when it was still in Early Access for a later date, but also simply due to the fact 50% of my friends list was playing it.    Hours of Endless Fun

    Initially when watching videos of Vampire Survivors, I didn't really understand what the appeal was. For me it wasn't a game I enjoyed watching other people play and I think because of this, I wasn't wholly interested. Although I did buy it when it was still in Early Access for a later date, but also simply due to the fact 50% of my friends list was playing it.

    After being convinced by a friend, I finally gave it a try and I fell in love with it. The game is rather simple in terms of game play, pick a character, pick up items, evolve the items with other items and survive as long as you can.

    There are many stages, bonus stages and a large abundance of weapons and characters, so much so that there thousands of combinations you can go for. Plus with the Randomazzo cards, it just adds more elements to the game.

    For me the fun part was just trying to survive the 30 minutes and unlocking new characters. As quite the completionist, getting all the characters and weapons was just so entertaining to accomplish.

    I felt as if I couldn't stop playing the game until I'd 140/140'd the achievements.

    I do however have one gripe with the game and it might not be totally valid but I'd like to share anyway.
    Eventually, in most Vampire Survivors runs, especially when you know what you're doing, you just hit what I would call "Critical Mass" where you are effectively an untouchable god. To unlock certain characters and items you need to survive for 30 minutes for certain things. However once you know how to play the game and how to build, it's possible to reach "Critical Mass" in as short as twelve to fifteen minutes. Which at that point, you're literally just standing there, waiting for the clock to tick down. When you need to do this multiple times, it can feel a bit boring.

    Apart from that, the game is great. I like to go by the rule of £1 or $1 an hour, depending on your region, I paid about £4 for this and have nearly 40 hours in it. Truly unbelievable amounts of fun and an incredible game that everyone should at least try once, especially at this insane price point.

    9/10 I look forward to new updates and losing my life to it again soon.    … Expand
  14. tangerine_dream
    Jun 14, 2023
    9
    Best cup of coffee priced game I've ever played. It's so addictive and rewarding so you have to see & play it yourself, it's one of these "just one more round" games. Learning curve is also good, more you learn about the heroes, weapons, passives etc. more interesting it gets. And you can play it on handheld or even on phone (for free!). Highly recommend it.
  15. CRimacDCE4
    Jun 13, 2023
    9
    Incredibly cheap game for the content within. I've unlocked everything in the base game as well as the DLC's, and it's been a ride. A ride in which I played it every single day until it was completed. I even got all the achievements I loved it so much. I'm not really into 2D games, let alone ones with this type of graphic style, but the design of the game is superb. Either this solo devIncredibly cheap game for the content within. I've unlocked everything in the base game as well as the DLC's, and it's been a ride. A ride in which I played it every single day until it was completed. I even got all the achievements I loved it so much. I'm not really into 2D games, let alone ones with this type of graphic style, but the design of the game is superb. Either this solo dev (when it was first developed) really understood what the general gaming populace would like, or they simply struck gold making a game they wanted to play and found fun. A seemingly simple, instant-satisfaction game. The game becomes more complex the more you play, as there's more upgrades to unlock, little secrets you'll want to find, more characters with different stats, etc. The fact this game has been kept at the $4.99 price tag shows that the developer actually cares about making it as accessible as possible, and this is absolutely further proved by their future action of placing it on mobile for FREE. Of course, this game does not have 1000 hours of content, and once everything's done, it becomes rather boring. However, there's MANY $60-$70 games right now, that were developed with some of the best talents in game design, and they pale in comparison to this game on replayability or content!… Expand
  16. keshudioo
    May 26, 2023
    8
    What a simple but addictive game! Good maps, good weapons and abilities, cool combinations. Little bit short as of now still.
  17. nietzfk
    May 20, 2023
    9
    I'm salivating from my mouth. New games always crash. They are very slow and boring. If you like vampires and retro vibes, it's hard not to have fun.
  18. ZackH25
    Apr 1, 2023
    8
    Great game, has a very addictive combat loop. Lots of items and wide variety of enemies to fight. Garlic is so satisfying to use every run as well.
    The base game could do with more levels.
  19. fabiolongo
    Mar 23, 2023
    9
    Игра крутая, зависнуть в ней можно на многие часы. Сам геймплей не замысловатый, по сути надо нажимать только wasd. Но вся соль именно в выборе абилок, которых можно нереально круто закомбинировать между собой. От этого игра становиться реиграбельной - раз за разом хочется проверять разные комбинации способностей и талантов.
    Экшн никогда не угасает из-за постоянно прибывающих врагов, что    Игра крутая, зависнуть в ней можно на многие часы. Сам геймплей не замысловатый, по сути надо нажимать только wasd. Но вся соль именно в выборе абилок, которых можно нереально круто закомбинировать между собой. От этого игра становиться реиграбельной - раз за разом хочется проверять разные комбинации способностей и талантов.
    Экшн никогда не угасает из-за постоянно прибывающих врагов, что подкрепляется драйвовой музыкой.
    Хочу отметить ряд недоработок: 1) почему талант на магнит притягивает хилки и временные усиления? Зачастую хочется оставить их на потом, когда от них пользы будет больше. Но в итоге нет возможности это контролировать. 2) Когда набираешь оружие, которое стреляет очередью снарядов, берёшь дубликатор+прокачан талант на доп снаряд, то звук стрельбы полностью перекрывает всю музыку, настолько, что начинает болеть голова. 3) на поздних этапах игры, когда на экране начинает происходить месиво, то просто можешь не заметить босса и войти в его модельку. Лучше сделать так, чтобы снаряды визуально проходили не над моделькой боссов, а под ними.    … Expand
  20. Zero_89
    Mar 22, 2023
    8
    One of the most addictive games I've ever played and probably the best game I've played last year considering, it's not perfect, but I'll dare you to find a better price to entertainment experience
  21. Golgo
    Mar 20, 2023
    0
    Avoid this crap even for the low price! Constant screen freeze that make lost all progress. Game wont let me reach 100k kills and freeze all the time before reaching it. Incompetent devs, **** game. The cheap is always too expansive.
  22. Raidenk
    Mar 16, 2023
    9
    Vampire Survivors is incredible, but don't trust me: try it. Really. From the outside, it is a raw and old-fashioned rogue-lite with some fun Italian pranks. From the inside, it is an addictive and entertaining experience which wonderfully adapts to your play style. The incredible and always expanding possibilities of weapon/upgrade combos, together with the exploration of the secrets ofVampire Survivors is incredible, but don't trust me: try it. Really. From the outside, it is a raw and old-fashioned rogue-lite with some fun Italian pranks. From the inside, it is an addictive and entertaining experience which wonderfully adapts to your play style. The incredible and always expanding possibilities of weapon/upgrade combos, together with the exploration of the secrets of the levels and the roster of characters, make enough room for experimentation and desire for exploration. TRY IT, WHY ARE YOU STILL READING THIS… Expand
  23. Ave-Nar
    Mar 16, 2023
    8
    A surprisingly addictive bullet hell game where you are the source of bullets. It is really enjoyable to try out different strategies and to get more and more content as you progress in the game.
  24. jocariba
    Mar 2, 2023
    9
    Un juego totalmente arcade, muy divertido y bastante duradero, mucho contenido, muchas sorpresas y en general muy adictivo
  25. drlowdon
    Feb 10, 2023
    8
    Vampire Survivors is an action roguelike that challenges players to survive against waves of enemies for thirty minutes. The only action the player can perform is to move around the screen with the player character firing any collected weapons automatically. Collecting orbs from defeated enemies allows the player to unlock new weapons or upgrade the ones you already have.

    With it’s    Vampire Survivors is an action roguelike that challenges players to survive against waves of enemies for thirty minutes. The only action the player can perform is to move around the screen with the player character firing any collected weapons automatically. Collecting orbs from defeated enemies allows the player to unlock new weapons or upgrade the ones you already have.

    With it’s basic graphics and relatively straightforward gameplay, this is a game that may seem a little light at first, but the variety of weapon combinations and desire to survive that little big longer each time makes for an extremely addictive title.    … Expand
  26. S3NSUALSL0TH
    Feb 4, 2023
    10
    I grab garlic I run right, I get dopamine. The fact this game is so cheap is insane, the dev deserves more.
  27. Troll84
    Feb 4, 2023
    0
    The game is absolute garbage. Constantly black screen issue everytime. No actual fixes to resolve this issue and the Dev is a d*ck. Even the community are bigger simps and supporters like freaken leeches on a rhinos butt!!! Not worth my $5 when i can actually spend it on food instead!!! LMAO
  28. bar0yka
    Feb 2, 2023
    7
    6.5 iyi zaman geçirtiyor ama bi saatten sonra full grind bana hitap etmiyor.
  29. saplign
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    i like this game‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎
  30. aligunes
    Jan 30, 2023
    6
    A game to play while watching a movie or doing something else. Graphically, don't expect anything. Weapon and character variety is good enough.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. KeenGamer
    Jan 30, 2024
    78
    Vampire Survivors is a very content-rich game for its genre, with tons of unlockable characters, stages, items, and more. It can be a fun time if you just want around 10-30 minutes of casual gameplay. The game mostly plays itself with the player's only real input being moving around and selecting items and upgrades, so it might not appeal much to somebody looking for more in-depth gameplay. If you're looking to get into the horde-survival genre that's been getting popular lately, this game is a good place to start.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 24, 2024
    80
    You'll be easily drawn in by the incredibly addictive gameplay and rules, which may not be revolutionary or surprising, but they are meticulously thought out. The meat here is the fun gameplay in the style of one more try. Lovers of the rogue-like genre or simple but precisely polished short games will not be disappointed. [Issue#325]
  3. Games.cz
    Jan 19, 2023
    100
    So addictive. So fun. It seems simple but underneath is an unbelievably complex and robust roguelike odyssey. A true piece of indie jewelry.
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